The Health Care Informatics interprofessional graduate certificate prepares students with specialized knowledge of health information technology systems and processes; analyze and synthesize data related to patient health information to improve outcomes; and advance effective use of healthcare information systems to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Course experiences will foster the examination and application of current health systems information management, analytics processing, and data mining techniques.
Program Overview
The Healthcare Informatics graduate certificate provides interdisciplinary training in the management, analysis, and application of health information systems and data. Students engage in applied coursework focused on health systems information management, data analytics, and data mining techniques. The program emphasizes the integration of technology, data, and clinical knowledge to support evidence-based decision-making and improve health outcomes across care settings.
Why pursue a Healthcare Informatics Graduate Certificate?
Health care is increasingly driven by data, digital systems, and informatics tools that shape how care is delivered and evaluated. This certificate helps you develop the skills needed to effectively navigate and use health information systems, interpret complex health data, and contribute to technology-informed improvements in patient care. It is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to work at the intersection of clinical practice, data, and health technology.
What can you do with a graduate certificate in Healthcare Informatics?
The Healthcare Informatics graduate certificate prepares students with specialized knowledge of health information technology systems and processes; to analyze and synthesize data related to patient health information to improve outcomes; and advance effective use of health care information systems to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Curriculum
Requirements:
A minimum of four graduate courses are required for the certificate.
- N557 – Introduction to Healthcare Informatics (3 credit hours)
- N558 – Healthcare Information Architecture and Security (3 credit hours)
- N508 – Clinical Informatics (3 credit hours)
- INSC584 – Database Management Systems (3 credit hours)
Must be separate and distinct from any concurrent degree requirement.
Year One
Spring Semester
- N557: Introduction to Health Care Informatics (3)
Total of 3 hours
Summer Semester
- N508: Clinical Informatics (3)
Total of 3 hours
Fall Semester
- INSC584: Database Management Systems (3)
Total of 3 hours
Year Two
Spring Semester
- N558: Healthcare Information Architecture and Security (3)
Total of 3 hours
Total of 12 hours
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