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COURSE DESCRIPTION

HIM 160 — Computer Application in HIM  (5 cr)

Universal terminology associated with computer software and hardware used in the Health Information Management field is introduced in this course. Students will receive a brief overview of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Students will be introduced to the basics of electronic health records (EHRs), general healthcare computer systems, data retrieval, and other EHR system topics. This course is the first in a two-part series to familiarize the student with basic computing skills that are essential in the healthcare setting. (SCC)
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