AAS - Electronic Health Record Support Specialist

 This program is designed to prepare computer support specialists to work in the healthcare industry. The major core classes provide students with the skills necessary to provide technical support for the implementation and maintenance of electronic health records. The emphasis area classes focus on regulations, procedures and legal principles unique to the healthcare industry.

Associate's - Health Information Technology

NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) is an excellent career choice if you see yourself working in the in-demand health care field, but not necessarily directly with patients. As a graduate of this program, it will be your job to assemble patients' health information, making sure that patients' initial medical charts are complete, that all forms are completed and properly identified and authenticated, and that all necessary information is input into the computer. Ultimately, the goal is to help consumers gather all of their health information in one place so they can thoroughly understand it and share it securely with their health care providers so they get the care that best fits their individual needs. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

Bachelor's - Health Care Management

The health care management bachelor's degree program is designed to provide working professionals with the necessary skills to become effective managers and leaders in the fast growing health care industry. The admission requirements for this program include a balance of previous education and work experience to assure the student's success in this area of study. Graduates can expect to find career opportunities in management positions within the diverse health care field or within their own area of clinical/professional expertise.

Diploma - Health Care Coding

NAU's Health Care Coding Diploma is an excellent career choice if you see yourself working in the in-demand health care field, but not necessarily directly with patients. As a graduate of this program, it will be your job to assemble patients' health information, making sure that patients' initial medical charts are complete, that all forms are completed and properly identified and authenticated, and that all necessary information is input into the computer. Ultimately, the goal is to help consumers gather all of their health information in one place so they can thoroughly understand it and share it securely with their health care providers so they get the care that best fits their individual needs. Upon completion of this program, you will have the opportunity to become a key member of the health care team in a hospital or other medical setting. Should you decide to further your education, this program will transfer seamlessly into NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology.

Medical Staff Services Management - Associate's

The medical staff services management (MSSM) degree is designed to prepare graduates to work in a hospital or health care facility as a credentialing expert. A certified MSSM is qualified to become an integral part of health care administration, responsible for the following:

• Managing compliance
• Adherence to government bylaws
• Credentialing of staff
• Operations management (staffing, budgets, database administration)
• Continuing education
• Upholding organizational policies, procedures and regulations

The coursework for the MSSM program helps prepare you for the Certified Professional in Medical Services Management or the Certified Professional Credentialing Specialist examinations which are recognized as the standard in the medical services profession and are a symbol of excellence within the industry. Earning these credentials signifies that an individual has demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in today's complex medical credentialing environment.

Veterinary Assistant - Diploma

Veterinary assistants are becoming more important as valued members of the veterinary health care team in today's modern practices. This is a one-year program that prepares students to support veterinary technicians and veterinarians in a veterinary practice. Duties performed by veterinary assistants include animal restraint, preparing animals for surgery, care of surgical instruments and other equipment, care and feeding of in-patients, processing radiographs and front office procedures. Veterinary assistants are not trained to give injections, take blood samples, perform laboratory procedures, administer anesthetics, monitor patients during anesthesia or assist in surgery.

Veterinary Technology - Associate's

This is an 8-quarter program with the last quarter consisting of an externship during which the student will work with a veterinarian in a veterinary office. The veterinary technology program is accredited by the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA), a division of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Students in this program are trained to assist veterinarians in all aspects of a veterinary practice including patient care, medication administration, surgical preparation, equipment maintenance, radiological procedures, laboratory procedures, public relations and office procedures. Veterinary technicians do not diagnose, prescribe medications or perform surgery. Upon graduation, the veterinary technician is qualified to take the National Veterinary Technician Exam and/or any other state exam required for registration, certification or licensure in that state.