Health Information Management
Why Health Information Management?
Health information professionals are at the center of modern healthcare, ensuring that patient data is accurate, secure, and accessible when it’s needed most. In this program, you will learn how to manage electronic health records, analyze data, and improve healthcare outcomes through information management and technology. You’ll gain the analytical and organizational skills to thrive in this rapidly growing field.
At Mid-State, you’ll complete a CAHIIM-accredited program that prepares you to sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification exam. The program is offered entirely online, combining flexibility with the credibility employers expect from a nationally recognized credential.
Program Facts
Program Outcomes
Graduates leave ready to succeed in their careers. Each year, data from Mid-State's Graduate Survey and statewide reports show consistently high satisfaction and strong starting salaries. Here's a snapshot of what success looks like after graduation.
Career Opportunities
Program Details
Take a closer look at what the program offers and what to expect.
Following is the list of courses within the program. Your course plan may vary, and you'll get a recommended sequence once you're enrolled. See the program information guide below for full course details or talk with your advisor.
Program Information Guide (PDF)
Full-Time Curriculum (62-63 Total Credits)
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) options are available for some courses.
Term 1: (15-16)
Course Number | Course Name | CPL | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
10103106 | Yes | 3 | |
10501101 | Yes | 3 | |
10530123 | No | 3 | |
10530125 | No | 2 | |
10806189 or 10806177 | No or Yes | 3 or 4 | |
10890102 | Yes | 1 |
Term 2: (15 Credits)
Course Number | Course Name | CPL | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
10103124 | Yes | 1 | |
10530144 | No | 3 | |
10530112 | No | 2 | |
10530117 | No | 3 | |
10530197 | No | 3 | |
10801195 or 10801136 | Yes | 3 |
Term 3: (15 Credits)
Course Number | Course Name | CPL | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
10530132 | No | 3 | |
10530160 | No | 3 | |
10804189 | Yes | 3 | |
10801198 or 10801196 | Yes | 3 | |
10809198 or 10809188 | Yes | 3 |
Term 4: (15 Credits)
Course Number | Course Name | CPL | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
10530146 | No | 3 | |
10530147 | No | 3 | |
10530113 | No | 1 | |
10530114 | No | 1 | |
10530115 | No | 3 | |
10530116 | No | 3 | |
10809172 or 10809196 | Introduction to Diversity Studies or Introduction to Sociology | Yes | 3 |
Meet our full-time instructors.
Kari Bjorge, BS, RHIA, CCS
Kari Bjorge holds a BS in health information management from Herzing University as well as RHIA and CCS certifications. With over a decade of experience as a medical coder, Kari has worked in most areas of coding, including inpatient, professional fee, and physician education. To keep her professional skills current, she serves as a volunteer on the Wisconsin Health Information Management Association (WHIMA) board of directors and many WHIMA teams.
“I have a deep passion for health information (HI) and I want to share my passion with our future HI professionals!”
Angela Voight, AAS, BS
Angie Voight is a highly skilled healthcare professional with a diverse educational and professional background. She holds an AAS in biomedical informatics, also known as health information management, from Mid-State Technical College and a BS in career and technical education and training from UW-Stout. With her extensive knowledge and expertise, Angie is a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) and a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with numerous years of experience in medical coding for local hospitals. Angie prioritizes her continuing education credits to help students stay updated with the latest developments and trends in the field. She understands that the healthcare industry is constantly evolving, and it is crucial for professionals to keep themselves informed and knowledgeable. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as an educator and is committed to helping her students.
“I love teaching because of the satisfaction of witnessing students have those ‘aha’ moments.”
Employers will expect graduates of this program to be able to:
- Demonstrate professional behaviors and ethics
- Apply information technology and analytics in data use.
- Apply coding and reimbursement systems.
- Supervise various components of the health information system.
- Apply data governance principles to ensure the quality of health data.
Alongside your career training, you'll develop key workplace strengths. Explore the additional skills you'll build.
To succeed in this program, you'll need to meet certain technical standards. These are the key skills and abilities needed for the program and future career success—with or without reasonable accommodations. Be sure to review them carefully before you apply.
Explore the resources and next steps below. Your academic advisor will help you know what to complete and when.
Quality You Can Trust
Program accreditation means your program meets high-quality standards recognized by employers and industry leaders. It ensures your education is respected, your credits are more likely to transfer, and your credential holds real value in the job market.
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