Make an impact at the intersection of healthcare, data and technology.
Health Informatics and Information Technology (HIIT) is where cutting-edge tech meets patient care. Whether it’s managing electronic health records (EHR), improving how medical data is shared, or supporting clinical decisions with real-time data, this field is shaping the future of healthcare. At CCBC, you can be a part of it.
CCBC offers two fully online, CAHIIM-accredited programs to choose from: an associate degree in HIIT or credit certificate in Medical Coding. Each of these programs will get you hands-on experience with healthcare IT systems and build a strong foundation in medical coding, preparing you to earn industry certification and step right into in-demand careers in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies and beyond.
Projected growth in the next 10 years
The HIIT industry has a significantly faster growth than the average for all occupations in the health care field.
RHIT exam pass rate
Upon graduation, you can apply for the national certification exam to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
Median salary
for health information technicians in 2023.
The Health Informatics and Information Technology accreditor of the Community College of Baltimore County is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for the Associate degree in Health Informatics and Information Technology has been reaffirmed through 2031. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at (312) 235-3255; or by email at info@cahiim.org.
Outcomes for 2023-2024 school year:
Our graduates can choose from a variety of work settings across an array of health care environments in roles as health information technicians, clinical documentation specialist, compliance managers, quality assurance officers and health data analysts.
In addition to earning a degree/certificate at CCBC, you’ll also be eligible to earn industry credentials, making you a prime candidate for jobs.
Ready to get started? Take the next step toward earning your degree or certificate.
Program Coordinator, HIIT and Medical Coding
