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Healthcare Informatics and Information Management

The College of St. Scholastica was the first college in the nation to grant a bachelor's degree in this professional field. Our program has been accredited for over 50 years and is considered one of the premier programs in the nation. Graduates are qualified to take the national registration examination to earn professional recognition as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

A major in Health Information Management provides students with professional knowledge necessary to assume management responsibility for health records and health information systems in a variety of health related settings, including hospitals, clinics, long term care settings, consulting firms, government agencies, insurance companies and software vendors. It is ideal for the person who likes the health care environment but does not want direct patient contact.


For more information about the Health Information Management (HIM) profession, educational pathways, careers, and tips for financing your education, please visit the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) web site as well as HIM Careers, a site maintained by AHIMA.


Healthcare Informatics and Information Management Programs
Offered at St. Scholastica

Whatever your HIIM foundation.....we have a blueprint for you.

Traditional Program

The major in Health Information Management is housed in the Department of Healthcare Informatics and Information Management. This Bachelor of Arts degree provides students with professional knowledge necessary to assume management responsibility for health records and health information systems in a variety of health related settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care settings, consulting firms, government agencies, insurance companies and software vendors.

Undergraduate Distance Learning Program

St. Scholastica offers a distance learning program for students who wish to obtain a bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, with minimal time on campus.

Graduate Program


Health care professionals interested in pursuing a Master of Arts degree in HIM can do so in our on-line graduate program, with minimal time on campus. CSS also offers graduate level certificates

Additional InformationCampus in fall

Meet our Faculty and Staff

Accreditation

Career Opportunities

RHIA Exam eligibilty requirements

Job Openings
New to our web page! Whenever we hear of a job opening we will post it on our website. Check back often and see what's available and where!

HIIM News and Events

Join us at our Alumni reception at the AHIMA Convention in Seattle! For more information click the link to HIIM News and Events. 

ATHENS Project

As the healthcare industry is being transformed by health information technologies of this type, students must be prepared to effectively use these tools in their future healthcare workplaces. Students in the HIIM Program at The College of St. Scholastica have significant levels of hands-on experience using a state-of-the-art electronic medical record system to gain confidence and competence in using this type of information technology as a tool to enhance the quality of their professional practice. For more information about this unique aspect of health professions' education at St. Scholastica, visit the ATHENS project Web site.

For Further Information

If you would like more information about our program or financial aid contact:

Admissions Office
The College of St. Scholastica
1200 Kenwood Avenue
Duluth, Minnesota 55811
(218) 723-6046 or 1-800-447-5444
TTY/TDD (218) 723-6790
e-mail: admissions@css.edu

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The College of St. Scholastica is an equal opportunity educator and employer.