HIT 206 - Hit Practicum I

Institution:

Atlanta Technical College

Subject:

Description:

This is a supervised internship in acute care settings. This course wil prepare the student to perform the basic functions and tasks of a health information department. Activities will include application of health information management procedures learned in the classroom and lab. The HIT program director and the health care facility staff will guide the student in accomplishing the objectives set forth in the Professional Practice Experience Handbook. This course is designed to help the student gain entry-level competencies as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Hours: Class/Week 0 P.Lab/Week 12 Credit 4 Prerequisite: All general core classes and HIT 201, HIT 202, HIT 203

Credits:

12.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.atlantatech.edu/

Phone Number:

(404) 225-4400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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