Common Course Outline
Course discipline/number/title
HIMC 2830: Health Information Technology Review
Catalog Description
| Credits | 1 |
|---|---|
| Hours/Week | 2 (2 lab) |
| Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) | None |
| Other requirements | College level reading and writing |
| MnTC Goals (if any) | NA |
Course Description
This course is the online capstone study and review for the registered health information technician (RHIT) national examination by AHIMA. This course offers you a study plan, review of all major examination and domain topics, mock pretest and post-test, guidance to good computer test-taking skills, and a discussion board/chat room for discussion of questions with classmates.
Date Last Revised (Month, year)
December, 2025
Outline of Major Content Areas
- Test-taking skills
- Registered Health Information Technician exam application process
- Health Information systems functions
- Data Content, Structure, and Information Governance (Domain 1)
- Access, Disclosure, Privacy, and Security (Domain 2)
- Data Analytics and Use (Domain 3)
- Revenue Cycle Management (Domain 4)
- Compliance (Domain 5)
- Leadership (Domain 6)
Learning Outcomes (General)
The student will be able to:
- Apply good computer test-taking skills and strategies.
- Complete the application process for the RHIT upon graduation.
- Demonstrate application knowledge in a testing environment – the Domains, Subdomains, and tasks for the Registered Health Information Technician.
Learning Outcomes (MnTC)
NA
Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning
Methods may include but are not limited to:
- Textbook assignments
- Discussions
- Assignments
RCTC Core Outcome(s)
This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):
- Critical Thinking
- Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.
Special Information (if any)
None