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The HIM program specific information packet contains detailed information for prospective students including program admission requirements, an estimated cost of the program, the clinical course, and the curriculum. Click here to view the HIM program specific information packet. The Health Sciences (HS) division has an information packet for students interested in any health sciences program. Click here to view the HS division information packet.
Online Classes. The HIM program is available completely online. No campus visit is required.
The prerequisites for the HIM limited-enrollment courses are:
The HIM program does not currently have a waiting list.
Background checks are required for HIM students prior to beginning the professional practice experience (clinical) course. Click here for the college-wide student background check policy and procedure.
A minimum of the following tests/immunizations are required for the HIM program prior to beginning the professional practice experience (clinical) for those students electing to participate in on-site clinicals. (Note: these are currently not required for online clinicals.)
Students in the Health Information Management Program must demonstrate the following minimum abilities:
To receive accommodations under ADA and section 504 of the rehabilitation act you must be a “qualified individual with a disability”. A qualified individual with a disability is someone with a physical or mental condition that substantially limits one or more life activities, who, with or without accommodations can meet the essential requirements for participation in the program. Qualified individuals must produce documentation of their disability and self-identify their need for accommodations to Accessibility Services.
Make the most of your education by starting at Sinclair Community College. Our quality programs and low tuition make it a great place to start even if you intend to further your education beyond an associate degree or certificate. You would be surprised at the money you could save by completing your first two years of study at Sinclair—just take a look at our low tuition and see the savings for yourself. You can also learn more by visiting Sinclair’s Transfer Website.
After you complete your associate of applied science degree in health information management, you may want to further your education and pursue a bachelor degree in health information management. Bachelor opportunities with CAHIIM accredited programs can be found on the CAHIIM website.
Sinclair works directly with many four-year schools in Ohio and beyond to ensure the college credit you earn will transfer easily to those schools. By developing articulation agreements, formal agreements between colleges detailing the recognition of college credit between the schools, you will know you are meeting the requirements needed at the four-year school of your choice. Learn more about articulation and transfer.