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FACTSHEET
Health Informatics Technology (Co-op) |
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3518
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| Program Contact |
Information Services
416-289-5000, ext. 8256
is@centennialcollege.ca |
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| School: | School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science |
| Program Type: | Post-secondary program |
| Program Length: | 3 years/ 9 semesters |
| Credential: | Ontario College Advanced Diploma |
| Start Date: | Fall, Winter |
| Location | Progress Campus |
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Description |
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This advanced diploma in Health Informatics Technology will incorporate knowledge of both information technology and healthcare systems. The skills acquired by the graduates will enable them to design, develop, modify, and test software for healthcare applications.
As a graduate from this program, you will be able to analyze and model data, develop healthcare databases and apply different computer medical-imaging techniques. You will also use tools, algorithms and health informatics methods for hospitals, schools, health care agencies, and public health departments.
The coursework will emphasize object-oriented software design methodologies, user-oriented interface design, structure of healthcare information systems, telehealth, data security and privacy in health care systems. It will also focus on technologies such as C#, Java, J2EE, Oracle, MS-SQL Server, Unix/ Linux, Microsoft’s .NET, HTML/ XML, Rational/ WebSphere, Data warehousing and Data mining, and BI tools in health care systems and more.
To underscore the applied focus of the curriculum, the program will include two software development projects in the field of health informatics. These real world business applications will require you to utilize all the technical, systems, and business skills gained during your studies. Another option in obtaining hands-on experience is through the program’s optional co-op component. Academically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field. The experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but also provides valuable contacts for future careers.
Accelerated Specialization
The program offers a second entry point, in the fifth semester, for graduates of computer programmer/ analyst diploma programs or for those who have finished a similar education from other institutions.
The Computer Programmer/ Analyst program is a fully CIPS accredited program. The new HIT program is a superset of the former CPA program and will go through the CIPS accreditation process with the first HIT graduates in 2010.
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Benefits |
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Career Outlook
Graduates of this program are prepared for entry-level positions in a variety of environments, including:
- Clinical
- Research
- Educational
Graduates of this program can work as:
- Applications developer
- Health data analyst
- Database developer
- Systems implementation specialist
- Records assistant
- Business/systems analyst
Program Highlights
- The option exists for a one-year paid co-op experience
- Courses are delivered using leading-edge technology geared to industry standards
- The program provides technical electives and project-based learning
- Knowledgeable and approachable faculty members have diverse business experience and academic credentials
- The diploma that is earned is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learning
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Admission Requirements |
Centennial College expects students applying for admission to certificate or diploma programs to present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or be 19 years of age or older. Possession of minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Academic Requirements
- Compulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent
- Math 11M or U, or 12C or U, or skills assessment, or equivalent
Co-op Requirements
- Minimum of 80 per cent of year 1 courses
- Minimum C grade in COMM-170/171
- GPA of 2.5 or greater for COOP-221
Graduation Requirements
- Minimum C grade average required for graduation
Notes
Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results
The qualification requirements and costs for each external accreditation, designation, certification or recognition are set by the granting body and not by Centennial College. In order to qualify for any of those external accreditations, designations, certification or recognition, students and graduates will need to follow the processes and meet the applicable requirements listed on the websites and materials of those external bodies.
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Course Outline |
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