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Programs Offered
- Certificate
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Delivery Options
- On-Campus
- Accelerated
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Credits
- 12 credits
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Timeline
- Two–four semesters
Master Computing Skills for Modern Healthcare Innovation
Professionals in the medical, clinical, and information technology fields are well aware of the increasing demand for health informatics credentials in the data-driven healthcare sector. As technology and data play a crucial role in healthcare, it is essential for professionals to acquire fundamental skills in health informatics to effectively navigate and contribute to this evolving landscape.
The on-campus and online Foundations of Health Informatics certificate program at Michigan Tech presents students and professionals with an excellent chance to enhance their knowledge and skills in this field. This program focuses on key concepts, principles, and practices related to health informatics, covering areas such as programming, data analysis, security and privacy, system analysis, data management, and design.
Each of our health informatics-related certificates can be applied towards the completion of the Michigan Tech MS in Health Informatics.
Who is this Certificate For?
This certificate is for qualified professionals who want to enhance their skill set and can be a foundation to continue toward a graduate degree. It is also valuable for degree-seeking students looking to develop a concentration that gives them an edge in their career path.
What You Need to Know
Students in the graduate certificate in Foundations of Health Informatics will be able to prepare, code, and process data for security and privacy, data analysis, and system analysis. The curriculum integrates building skills in communication and project management while working on data from real-world problems.
Admissions
Students take three required courses and one elective course over four semesters. For elective courses, students will be able to choose one course from two available options. Candidates with work experience in clinical and information technology environments can also apply. See complete admissions requirements.
Accelerated Option
Michigan Tech Bachelor's + 1 Semester = Accelerated Graduate Certificate
Current Michigan Tech undergraduates or recent alumni, get started right away. Our accelerated graduate certificates are a fast, affordable way to add graduate credentials to your bachelor's degree in as little as one semester. Be more marketable in your industry or prepare for your master's degree. Explore accelerated certificate options.
Online Option
Accredited Courses, Convenience
Online learning at Michigan Tech provides greater flexibility and can fit around your busy schedule wherever you are. Upgrade or change your career path.
Credits
This graduate certificate requires a minimum of 12 total credits. Students may apply the credits earned for this certificate toward a graduate degree at Michigan Tech.
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