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Health Information Management (HIM) Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS)

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The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree provides a pathway for graduates of associate degree programs in health care fields to attain a baccalaureate level education in the dynamic Health Information Management (HIM) field. The specialized field of Health Informatics and Information Management is an exciting career choice. Health information professionals are in high demand as the health sector continues to expand.

The HIM Applied Baccalaureate degree is offered completely online. This provides convenience and flexibility for students balancing work and family commitments, while providing an excellent, affordable education.

BAS Information Sessions

Date	Time: Day	Time: Evening	Location
Jan 15	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Jan 29	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Feb 12	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Feb 26	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Mar 11	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Mar 25	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Apr 15	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265
Apr 29	1pm - 2pm	6pm - 7pm	Bldg 13, Room 265

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The Admission Virtual Information Session is part of the BAS admission process.

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Application Factors

TCC receives more applicants to the BAS program than there are available positions. Please review the factors we consider when accepting applications.

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Prerequisites

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HIM BAS Program

TCC's HIM BAS degree program prepares students for successful employment. Here's a snapshot of what the program entails.

Degree Requirements

Costs

Outcomes

HIM BAS Program Classes

Bachelor of Applied Science Requirements

Associate Degree Requirements 90 credits +
Bachelor Degree Requirements = Total 180 credits

Prerequisites (90-100 credits)

Associate Degree in a health-related field,

Associate Degree in a business-related field,

At least 90 college-level credits

Lower Division Distribution Requirements

ENGL&101 - English Composition
BIO&175 - Human Anatomy & Physiology
HIT 160 – Pathophysiology/Pharmacology
MATH&146 OR MATH 136 - Introduction to Statistics

Lower Division Non-Distribution Requirements

The following lower division non-distribution courses must completed with an earned grade of C or higher prior to taking 300 level HIM courses.

Medical Terminology
Excel 203 OR 2016 or 2019 MOS Core Level Certification
(Recommended for students beginning in fall 2020. Required for students beginning in fall 2021.)

General Education Electives
(at least 15 credits – must include the following)

The following general education electives must be completed with an earned grade of C or higher. They may be taken prior to, or concurrently with the HIM curriculum.

Computer Concepts
IT 246 - Database Implementation
Medical Coding
Medical Terminology

Preferred Course Work

Students who have not completed coursework in the following areas may take individual study concurrently to meet these requirements. (arrangements made through HIM Advisor)

Independent Study (0-6 credits)

Healthcare Systems
The Medical Record
Healthcare Data
Health Statistics and Research
Terminologies, Nomenclatures and Payment Methodologies
Medical Coding

Upper Level General Education Distribution Requirements

The following general education distribution courses must be completed with an earned grade of C or higher.

These courses are scheduled as part of the core curriculum after successful completion of lower division course requirements.

ENGL 301 – Professional Writing and Communication in Healthcare
PHIL 320 – Ethical Decision Making
PSYC 301 – Fundamentals of Research for Healthcare

Choose one preferred Humanities and one preferred Social Science class from the list below.

Two general education distribution electives must be completed with an earned grade of C or higher. They may be taken prior to, or concurrently with the HIM curriculum.

Humanities (CMST 320 or PHIL 320 recommended)

CMST&101 – Introduction to Communication
CMST 110 – Multicultural Communication
CMST&210 – Interpersonal Communication
CMST&220 – Public Speaking
CMST 320 – Professional and Organizational Communication
PHIL&101 – Introduction to Philosophy

Social Science (PSYC 360 recommended)

PSYC&100 – General Psychology
PSYC&180 – Human Sexuality
PSYC&220 – Abnormal Psychology
PSYC 360 – Health Psychology
SOC&101 – Introduction to Sociology
SOC&201 – Social Problems
SOC 262 – Race and Ethnic Relations

HIM BAS Upper Division Core

The following upper division core curriculum must be completed with an earned grade of C or higher.

HIM 301 – Foundations in Health Information
LS 301 – Research Skills for Healthcare
HIM 310 – Data Governance
HIM 320 – Healthcare Privacy, Confidentiality, and Security
HIM 330 – Revenue Cycle Management
HIM 340 – Data Quality Management and Performance Improvement
HIM 350 – System Analysis and Design
HIM 410 – Healthcare Compliance
HIM 420 – Human Resources Management and Leadership
HIM 430 – Data Analytics
HIM 440 – Organizational Management in Healthcare
HIM 450 – Professional Practice Experience
HIM 455 - Capstone

What is the cost of the program?

Approximately $15,917.50 - $16,147.50

The following cost estimate is based on a full time student who needs to complete 90 Credits (60 upper division HIM credits + 30 lower division general education). 15 quarterly credits x 6 quarters

Students are encouraged to review the official Tuition Rate/Student Approved Mandatory Fees information posted by Tacoma Community College. The following table reflects approximate tuition rates for a full-time resident student.

Breakdown of Costs
	Tuition/Fees	$2104.75 x 6 = $12,628.50
	Student approved mandatory fees	$187.50 x 6 = $1125.00
	Books and Miscellaneous*	$2164.00 to $2394.00
	TOTAL	$15,917.50 - $16,147.50

BOOKS AND MISCELLANEOUS COSTS *
	Books and supplies ($300 per quarter)	$1800.00
	Student membership in AHIMA (for non-RHITs) OR Professional membership in AHIMA (for RHITs)	$70.00 ($35.00/yr) or $300.00 ($150.00/yr)
	RHIA Credential Examination fee	$229.00
	Certified Background Check	$65.00
	TOTAL	$2164.00 to $2394.00

*all costs are approximate

Students are responsible for miscellaneous registration fees, purchasing any required textbooks, and are required to hold an active membership to the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Check out the Types of Aid available for you at TCC. BAS students qualify for all aid types.

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Upon successful completion of the Health Information Management Bachelor of Applied Science program, students will be able to:

Evaluate and implement policies and procedures surrounding Information Governance, to include classification systems, health record content and documentation, data governance, data management, and secondary data sources. (*ELC 1)(COK, COM,CRT, IIT, RES)
Assess, implement, and improve systems to ensure the protection of health information, to include health law, data privacy, confidentiality and security, and the release of information. (*ELC 2)(COK, COM,CRT, IIT, RES)
Analyze and Interpret data and implement technology used in informatics, to include health information technologies, information management strategic planning, analytics and decision support, health care statistics, research methods, consumer informatics, health information exchange, and information integrity and data quality. (*ELC 3)(COK, COM, CRT, IIT, RES)
Apply the principals of revenue management and implement processes for management and reporting of the revenue cycle. (*ELC 4)(COK, COM, CRT, IIT, RES)
Interpret policies and construct procedures for compliance of healthcare regulatory requirements, to include medical coding, fraud surveillance, and clinical documentation improvement. (*ELC 5)(COK,COM, CRT, IIT, RES)
Evaluate leadership models, theories, and skills required for successful leadership to include the areas of change management, work design and process improvement, human resource management, training and development, strategic and organizational management, financial management, project management, vendor/contract management, enterprise information management, all of which comply with the ethical standards of practice. (*ELC 6)(COK, COM, CRT, IIT, LWC, RES)

The symbol *ELC in the program learning outcomes above parallels to the corresponding AHIMA Entry Level Competency

All Program Level Outcomes also align with TCC’s Degree Learning Outcomes. TCC has six measurable outcomes that all degree recipients are expected to meet.

Core of Knowledge (COK): Demonstrate a basic knowledge of each of the distribution areas (Written Communication, Humanities, Quantitative Skills, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences; or, as applicable, specific professional/technical programs), integrate knowledge across disciplines, and apply this knowledge to academic, occupational, civic and personal endeavors.
Communication (COM): Listen, speak, read, and write effectively and use nonverbal and technological means to make connections between self and others.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving (CRT): Compare, analyze, and evaluate information and ideas, and use sound thinking skills to solve problems.
Information & Information Technology (IIT): Locate, evaluate, retrieve, and ethically use relevant and current information of appropriate authority for both academic and personal applications.
Living & Working Cooperatively/Valuing Differences (LWC): Respectfully acknowledge diverse points of view, and draw upon the knowledge and experience of others to collaborate in a multicultural and complex world.
Responsibility & Ethics (RES): Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes responsible and ethical behavior toward individuals, the community, and the environment.

Schedule of Classes 2020/21

Please note that your schedule will depend on your educational background and how many general education courses you need to be complete.

Year One FALL QTR (12 credits)

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
ENGL 301	Professional Writing and Communications in Healthcare	5
HIM 301	Foundations in Health Information	5
LS 301	Research Skills for Healthcare	2
Year One WINTER QTR (13 credits)
PSYC 301	Fundamentals of Research for Healthcare	5
HIM 310	Data Governance	5
HIM 320	Healthcare Privacy, Confidentiality, and Security	3
Year One SPRING QTR (15 credits)
HIM 330	Revenue Cycle Management	5
HIM 340	Data Quality Management and Performance Improvement	5
HIM 350	System Analysis and Design	5
Year One SUMMER QTR (optional)
Elective or distribution requirement	Recommended: PSYC 360 – Health Psychology	5
Elective or distribution requirement

Year Two FALL QTR (10 credits)

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
PHIL 320	Ethical Decision Making	5
HIM 410	Healthcare Compliance	5
Elective or distribution requirement
Year Two WINTER QTR (10 credits)
HIM 420	Human Resource Management and Leadership	5
HIM 430	Data Analytics	5
Elective or distribution requirement
Year Two SPRING QTR (10 credits)
HIM 440	Organizational Management in Healthcare	5
HIM 450	Professional Practice Experience	3
HIM 455	Capstone	2

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Accreditation Status

The Baccalaureate Degree Health Information Management Program is in Candidacy Status, pending accreditation review by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).

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