Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Information Technology

About

The Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Information Technology provides students with essential knowledge and skills to manage, analyze, and secure health data in modern healthcare systems. This program covers key topics such as electronic health records (EHR), health informatics, data privacy, and state-of-the art technology in healthcare. The certificate enhances career opportunities in health informatics, data management, and digital health innovation.

Accreditation

For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please refer to Academic Program Accreditations.

Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

• Develop an implementation plan for a healthcare information system that facilitates patient care, safety, and quality improvement.
• Analyze how to meet the legal, ethical, and compliance requirements in a healthcare information system environment.
• Evaluate strategies to mitigate privacy and security risks associated with storage and use of healthcare information.
• Utilize healthcare information systems to organize, analyze, and present data to diverse audiences.

Requirements

Plan Description

The Healthcare Information Technology certificate is designed to provide essential knowledge and skills to manage, analyze, and secure health data in modern healthcare systems. This program covers key topics such as electronic health records (EHR), health informatics, data privacy, and state-of-the art technology in healthcare. The certificate enhances career opportunities in health informatics, data management, and digital health innovation.

Plan Admission Requirements

• Applications available on the UNLV Graduate College website.
• All domestic and international applicants must review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration Requirements.

Graduate College Admission Requirements

• Completed application in the Application Portal and non-refundable application fee.
• Bachelor's Degree – You must hold a four-year baccalaureate from a regionally accredited institution or an approved equivalent.
• Grade Point Average – You must have a minimum overall grade point average of 2.75 (4.00=A) for the bachelor's degree or a minimum 3.00 (4.00=A) for the last two years (60 semester credits).
• All applicants are required to submit an unofficial transcript from each postsecondary institution attended, showing all degrees and coursework, the dates awarded, and grades received. Official transcripts required upon admission.

Plan Requirements

Total Credits Required: 15

Required Courses - Credits: 9

• HCA 641 - Management of Healthcare Information Security
• HCA 720 - Information Systems in Health Services Management
• HCA 750 - Informatics for Healthcare Managers

Elective Courses - Credits: 6

Complete 6 credits from the following list or advisor-approved courses.

• EAB 703 - Biostatistical Methods for the Health Sciences
• EAB 783 - Multivariate Methods for the Health Sciences
• HCA 620 - Healthcare Project and Change Management
• HCA 701 - U.S. Healthcare System: Programs and Policies
• HCA 741 - Data Mining for Healthcare
• HCA 742 - Machine Learning for Healthcare
• HCA 743 - Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare
• HCA 751 - Healthcare Data Analytics

Certificate Completion Requirements

• Completion of Required Courses – Students must successfully complete a set number of courses (15 credits), including 9 credits for required courses and 6 credits for elective courses.
• Minimum GPA Requirement – Students need to maintain a minimum GPA of a 2.0 across all certificate courses to demonstrate competency.
• Students may apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing their degree requirements. All required forms must be submitted to the graduate college via the Grad Rebel Gateway.

Documents/Downloads

• Plans of Study
• Syllabi
• Degree Worksheets
• Careers
• Graduate Handbooks
• Additional Downloads
• Related Links

Contacts

Graduate Coordinator

Erin Rosenberg, M.S., MHA Director of Student Services & Success; HCA Graduate Coordinator

Department of Healthcare Administration and Policy

Students in the Department of Healthcare Administration and Policy gain a comprehensive view of the healthcare delivery system and develop an understanding of health and disease. Our mission is to provide a world-class academic experience to the future generations of healthcare administrators, conduct impactful research, and engage and serve those in the healthcare system.

School of Public Health

The School of Public Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people worldwide. Our departments, programs, and research units work to provide a diverse education, practical training experience, and numerous community involvement opportunities to prepare students to become leaders and professionals in the field of public health.