Health Record and Information Technology

The Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology prepares students to manage, process, store, and protect health information in modern healthcare settings. As healthcare facilities increasingly rely on accurate data for patient care and decision-making, health information professionals play a vital role in ensuring efficient healthcare delivery.

The programme provides knowledge and practical skills in medical records management, health information systems, health statistics, disease classification and coding, healthcare administration, and information technology applications. Students learn how to collect, organize, maintain, retrieve, and safeguard patient records while adhering to professional, ethical, and legal standards.

Training includes the use of electronic health records, database systems, and health management information systems commonly used in healthcare institutions. Students also develop skills in communication, data analysis, reporting, and healthcare quality management.

Practical field training in hospitals and healthcare facilities enables students to apply their knowledge in real-world environments and gain professional experience in health information management.

Graduates can pursue careers as Health Records Officers, Medical Records Technicians, Health Information Officers, Health Data Clerks, and Health Information Systems Assistants in hospitals, health centers, government agencies, insurance companies, and research organizations. The programme also provides a strong foundation for further studies in health informatics, health information management, public health, and healthcare administration.