IT 3000
Healthcare IT Technician
A comprehensive training program for those seeking a career in healthcare, with a focus on Information Technology (IT).
Program Overview
Certifications earned
Handling information technology for a healthcare facility requires more than just a knowledge of IT operations. You’ll be expected to deal with regulatory requirements, Electronic Health Records (EHR), organizational behavior, medical business operations, networking and security. Properly securing and managing patient data records and keeping IT systems up to date is an essential service for both private practices and major healthcare facilities.
- Manage and troubleshoot a basic network infrastructure, using common ports and networking protocols
- Install and manage wired and wireless networks, adhering to standards and using modern testing tools
- Assess security risks and identify potential threats to hardware, software, and physical location
- Conduct risk mitigation for systems, hardware and peripherals
- Implement disaster recovery procedures and security contingency plans
What You’ll Learn – IT 3000 Healthcare IT Technician
The Healthcare IT (HIT) field is booming with development in technology and migration from paper files to electronic records. It is one of the fastest-growing fields in IT today, with new jobs and opportunities created constantly.
In our Healthcare IT Certification Training, you’ll get to choose your path for certification through either a Healthcare or a Technical focus. Both paths cover medical office procedures & administration and Healthcare IT certification basics. The healthcare-focused path concentrates on Electronic Health Records and CompTIA A+ certification and prepares you for the CEHRS and A+ exams. Whereas the more technical path is focused on CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.
After completing our program and passing the Healthcare IT certification exams, you’ll be qualified for opportunities like Practice Workflow and Information Specialist, Management Redesign Specialist, Clinician/Practitioner Consultant, Implementation Support Specialist/Manager, PC Technician, Technical/Software Support Specialist, Technology Specialist and more!
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Find your next careerSome MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard. Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs
Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
- eBook: Integrated Electronic Health Records
- Competency Assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and are provided at no additional cost to students. However, students have access to these materials for a limited time frame aligned with their program. Access to these materials outside of this period is not guaranteed, and students may be responsible for costs associated with any extended access.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- Career Services Advisor
Career Outlook
Healthcare IT Technician
Job Opportunities
openings in the US
potential
Tuition Cost
Healthcare IT Technician Training Online
Monthly, weekly and bi-weekly payment plan options are available. These payment plans include a 3.5% fee per transaction. Students who choose to pay in full will not be charged the transaction fee.
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
Healthcare IT Technician Certification Training Program—Frequently Asked Questions
A Healthcare IT Technician provides administrative support to staff in health information management departments. They handle all regulatory requirements, electronic health records (EHR) and medical business operations for a company.
The career outlook for Healthcare IT Technicians is extremely positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 16% over the next 10 years.
Salaries can range from $35,000 to $128,000 annually depending on experience, location and the specific type of company.
To become a Healthcare IT Technician you must have completed an accredited associate degree program, like the one offered by MedCerts, as well as obtain certifications like CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician, Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+. All of these certifications are offered through the MedCerts program.
In the MedCerts online Healthcare IT Technician certification training course you will have the option to choose a path for your certification through either a Healthcare or Technical focus. Both paths cover medical office procedures and administration certification basics.
The healthcare-focused path concentrates on Electronic health records and CompTIA A+ certifications and prepares you for the CEHRS and A+ exams. The technical-focused path concentrates on the CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.
To enroll in the Healthcare IT Technician program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, internet access, course registration and payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $5,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for the CompTIA A+, Network+ and CEHRS exams.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $346 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total duration is 24 weeks if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
The program is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, MedCerts includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The Healthcare IT Technician courses are designed to prepare students to take and pass the certification exams. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The program includes expert-led video-based training, two eBooks (“Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant” and “Integrated Electronic Health Records”), competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authorities, CompTIA and the NHA. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exams.
Disclaimers
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
