Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The Health Care Informatics Certificate program is intended to teach students about information system life cycles. Participants will have the chance to learn how to strategize, develop, execute, and assess informatics programs. Additionally, the curriculum is designed to instruct students on the relationship of health care informatics to data management and operational systems. Students will also have the chance to learn about the functional role of professionals in this field. This program is available in a flexible online format.

What Are the Prerequisites?

You may currently be working in nursing or a related medical profession, though this is not necessarily required. Applicants to this certificate program should have already earned a bachelor's degree.

What Are the Course Requirements?

This series of courses requires the completion of ten graduate-level credits. In addition to focused studies in health care informatics, you will have the chance to develop research and writing skills.

• HCS 504: Introduction to Graduate Study in Health Sciences/Nursing
• HCI 500: Concepts of Health Care Informatics
• HCI 510: Systems Life Cycle
• HCI 520: Data Management and Design

Advanced Degrees

Individuals who have completed the Health Informatics Certificate program could go on to pursue a graduate degree. Enrolling in a higher-level degree program could provide you with advanced research skills and additional knowledge and skills in the field. Furthermore, obtaining a master's degree could qualify you for wider employment options.

University of Phoenix offers related master's degrees including:

• Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Informatics
• Master of Health Administration with a concentration in Informatics
• Master of Health Administration