Healthcare IT Technician
A comprehensive training program for those seeking a career in healthcare, with a focus on Information Technology (IT).
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This program is NOT available to residents paying-out-of pocket in the following states: ND, NM, NV, OK, PA, RI, SC, TX, WI
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. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region of residence or employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs.
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MedCerts Tuition Advantage
We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.
Monthly Payment Options as low as
$
346
Payment Plans for Every Student
Talk with an Education Consultant to pick the perfect payment plan, from paying in full to installments with interest rates from 0-12%.
Total Tuition
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4,000
Pay in Full
The total tuition can be paid immediately or through a number of grant-funded or monthly payment plan options.
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MyCAA, Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance/COOL and Workforce Grants
MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.
What Does a Healthcare IT Technician Do?
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.
116,850
Entry Level Jobs in the US
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- 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
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
- eBook: Integrated Electronic Health Records
- Competency Assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- Career Services Advisor
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Healthcare IT Technician
Job Opportunities
Entry Level
$21,000 – $40,000
Estimated Salary
Career Potential
$35,000 – $74,000
Estimated Salary
Career Potential
$37,000 – $79,000
Estimated Salary
Disclaimers
- This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: New Mexico, North Dakota, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Wisconsin
- 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.
Healthcare IT Technician—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.
The enrollment requirements include, high School Diploma or GED, web browser with internet connection, course registration and payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $4,000. 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.
MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total duration is 24 weeks.
The course 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, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The course 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.
The MedCerts Healthcare IT Technician certification training program prepares students for industry certifications that are recognized in most states. However, this program is NOT available to residents of the following states: LA, ND, NV, OK, PA, RI and WI.
MedCerts’ programs, including the Healthcare IT Technician certification training program, are designed to meet industry standards and are aligned with the requirements of certification bodies.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
