Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology
Health record technicians organize and manage health information data by ensuring its quality accuracy, accessibility and security in both paper and electronic systems. By use of technology they classify, code and categorize patient information for data bases and registries and maintain patients’ medical and treatment histories.
Accurate treatment histories enable the doctors to diagnose and prescribe the correct medication that will restore the client to their normal productive lives.
Imperial College of Medical and Health Sciences offers training in the field of health record information technology both for diploma and certificate programs with future prospects of Bachelor of Science in health record and information technology.
As digital transformation reshapes healthcare, courses such as Health Records and Medical Engineering provide complementary skill sets for future professionals.
Objectives of the Course
- To equip students with both theoretical and practical knowledge and skills pertaining to clinical practice
- To produce graduates who can apply effectively and efficiently the acquired knowledge, skills and abilities in maintaining and securing patients health records.
- To prepare students for progression to higher level of studies in their fields of specialization
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| Entry Requirement | KCSE MEAN GRADE C PLAIN, ENG/KISW C, BIOLOGY D+, MATHS C-, PHY/CHEM/COMP/AGRI/HOME SCI/ECONOMICS/GEO/BUSINESS C- (MINUS) |
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Examination Body | CDACC |
Academic Advancement
| Duration | 2, 1/2 Years |
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As a certificate level, one can move to diploma then degree, masters up to PHD level.