Health Information Management (post-baccalaureate Diploma)

The Health Information Management (Post-Baccalaureate Diploma) at Douglas College is a specialized two-year program designed for graduates interested in healthcare data management, medical coding, health information systems and healthcare analytics. Students develop expertise in health data classification, health information systems, healthcare quality improvement, epidemiology, risk management and health information technology. The program includes multiple practicum placements, coding practicums and workplace learning opportunities that prepare graduates for careers in healthcare information management. Graduates are eligible to write the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) national certification examination and pursue professional careers within Canada's healthcare sector.

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution plus prerequisite courses with minimum C+ grade
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS 6.5 Overall (6.0 in each band) OR PTE Academic 56 Overall
  • Special Requirement: Academic Writing, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Excel for Business, Statistics course, Medical Terminology (75% minimum), Computer Literacy, Mandatory Briefing Session, Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Key Facts
  • Application Fee:
  • LOA Deposit:
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $24,830
  • Total Tuition Fee: $49,630
  • Course Duration: 2 Years
  • Credentials: Pg Diploma
  • Intake: September
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Checklist

• Passport

• Bachelor's Degree Certificate

• Bachelor's Degree Transcripts

• 10th Certificate

• 12th Certificate

• IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo Score Report

• Updated Resume/CV

• Statement of Purpose (SOP)

• Proof of Funds

• Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)

• Medical Examination (if required)

• Biometrics

• Study Permit Documents

• Passport Size Photographs

• Medical Terminology Course Certificate

• Criminal Record Check (CRC)

Career Opportunities

• Health Information Management Professional

• Health Information Practitioner

• Coding Specialist

• Health Records Technician Specialist

• HIM Advisor

• Coordinator, Records Management

• Medical Records Clerk

• Medical Records Completion Clerk

• Medical Release of Information Clerk

• Clinical Administrative Database Specialist

• Health Information Analyst

• Healthcare Data Analyst

• Information Management Specialist

• Information Technology Service Specialist

• Data Entry Clerk

• Health Information Systems Coordinator

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