National American University

With a degree as an Electronic Health Record Support Specialist you will be asked to use your computer skills and apply them to the health industry. It is the basis for storing medical records in the healthcare system today. You will take classes such as legal procedures, regulations and other applicable courses to know the ins and outs of law as it applies to the medical profession and the creation of documents.

Individuals who are interested in a career in the health care field without providing direct patients' care can earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology and become a vital member of a health care team. Students will learn how to assemble patients' charts and ensure complete and accurate information for current and future providers of care to provide the best treatment based on each individuals needs and conditions. The prospect for graduates of this program are expected to stay in high-demand according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition.

Earning an associate degree in Medical Staff Services Management (MSSM) can prepare individuals to become credentialing experts in hospitals or other health care facilities. Certified MSSM professionals are responsible for overseeing staff credentialing, complying and adhering to governmental regulations, continuing education programs, and upholding organizational policies, procedures, and regulations within an organization. Graduates can become an integral part of health care administration in this specialized field.

Earning a bachelor's degree in Health Care Management prepares learners to enter the growing health care industry as effective managers and leaders equipped with the knowledge and skills required in this profession. To assure student's success in this program, admission requirements consider previous education and work experience to tailor an education plan to best complement each students own clinical/professional expertise in their field.

Earning a diploma in Healthcare Coding can prepare individuals to work in the high-demand health care field to gather, identify, and authenticate vital information for patients' diagnoses and treatments securely. Current and future health care providers need to have up-to-date, accurate information to ensure the best possible care for patients' specific needs and conditions. Graduates of the diploma program who would like to further their credential will be well prepared to transfer into the Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology.

The Master of Management with an emphasis in Health Care Administration program is designed to offer graduates the opportunity to expand their management knowledge and skills that are unique to the health care related industries. Courses will cover health care administration and policies, fiscal and regulatory issues in health service, and global issues in health care for professionals. Prospective students should currently hold a bachelor's degree or higher.