This specialized IT pathway prepares students for careers managing health information systems throughout Georgia's healthcare organizations. Students develop skills in electronic health records (EHR), health databases, cybersecurity, and health IT operations. The program combines healthcare knowledge with technology expertise. Georgia's healthcare IT needs create demand for skilled professionals. The pathway prepares graduates for health IT support positions with advancement through certifications.
Curriculum covers health IT fundamentals, EHR systems, database management, cybersecurity in healthcare, and health information standards. Students learn HIPAA compliance and data privacy. The pathway emphasizes security and data accuracy. Students understand healthcare interoperability and data exchange. Field experiences with health IT systems develop practical expertise. Students engage with healthcare IT professionals. The pathway prepares graduates for health IT support or analyst positions with advancement potential.
Georgia's healthcare transformation to digital records creates health IT career opportunities.
Health Information Technology at a Glance
3
Courses
8
Credentials
4
Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Georgia standards require competency in health IT systems, HIPAA compliance, and healthcare data management. Students must understand EHR platforms.
Courses emphasize health IT fundamentals and hands-on system experience. Certifications in health IT and HIPAA are integrated throughout.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| Introduction to Software Technology |
| Health Information Systems |
| Health Information Technology |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Health IT Support Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $46,660 - $74,620
EHR Analyst
Entry LevelSalary range: $49,780 - $92,000
Health IT Specialist
ExperiencedSalary range: $51,900 - $104,780
IT Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $62,400 - $160,030
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Work-based learning with hospitals, health systems, medical practices, and healthcare IT vendors throughout Georgia.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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