Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician

The Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician certificate program at Northwestern College is a two-to-four-year credential at this private for-profit school in Oak Lawn, IL. The program prepares students to manage patient health information and medical records, covering medical coding, data management, privacy regulations, and electronic health record systems.

This program falls within the health information and medical records technology field (CIP 51.0707). Northwestern College also offers related programs including a Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate, a Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer certificate, and a Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse certificate. Students can expect instruction in both technical record-keeping skills and the regulatory frameworks governing health information, providing preparation for roles in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.