Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician

The Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician certificate program at College of Southern Maryland is a one-to-two-year certificate offered by this public institution in La Plata, MD. Classified under CIP code 51.0707 in the health information management field, the program provides foundational training in medical record maintenance, coding, health data management, and health information systems used in clinical and administrative settings.

College of Southern Maryland offers a range of health care and technical programs alongside this certificate, including a two-to-four-year Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician certificate, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), and Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies programs. Students completing this shorter certificate at La Plata can expect preparation for roles in medical records departments and health information management offices.