Health Informatics Technology (Fast-Track) (Online)

How To Apply

Centennial College's Health Informatics Technology (Fast Track) (Online) program offers qualified college or university graduates with a software background direct admission into Year 2 (Semester 3) of the three-year program.

Health Informatics Technology (Fast Track) program combines core software engineering knowledge with expertise in health care information systems. In this advanced technology diploma program's courses, you'll learn to design, develop and maintain the next generation of electronic health record applications and other exciting software products.

Under the umbrella of the School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science, this program will cover:

Object-oriented software design methodologies
User-oriented interface design
The structure of health care information systems
Telehealth
Clinical workflow and IT solutions
Data security
Privacy issues within health care systems
Tools, Algorithms and Methods for Health Care Information Systems
Health Care Data Analytics and Cloud Computing

The coursework in this program will include: C#, Java, Python, Kotlin, SAS, Oracle, MS-SQL Server, Unix/ Linux, .NET Core, HTML5/CSS/JavaScript/Angular/React, mobile application development, data warehousing and predictive analytics, machine learning, and BI tools in health care systems.

To underscore the curriculum's applied focus, the Health Informatics Technology program includes two software development projects. These real-world business applications will require you to utilize all the technical, systems and business skills gained during your studies.

By the end of the program, you'll have the knowledge and skills to design, develop, modify, and test software for health care applications, as well as to analyze and model data, develop health care databases, and support decision-making based on predictive analytics. You'll also be well-prepared to use health informatics methods and software tools in a variety of settings, including hospitals, health care agencies, and public health departments.

Please note: The fully online co-op version of this program may be available for fast-track students with four semesters plus two work terms (program #3638). Fast-track programs are available in an on campus version offered at Progress Campus (program #3528), and co-op (program #3538).

Program Overview

Under the umbrella of the School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science, this program will cover:

Object-oriented software design methodologies
User-oriented interface design
The structure of health care information systems
Telehealth
Clinical workflow and IT solutions
Data security
Privacy issues within health care systems
Tools, Algorithms and Methods for Health Care Information Systems
Health Care Data Analytics and Cloud Computing

Courses

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Career Options and Education Pathways

Program Highlights

The Health Informatics Technology (Fast-Track) courses incorporate cutting-edge technology geared to industry standards.
You learn through a project-based approach.
Knowledgeable and approachable School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science faculty members have diverse business experience and academic credentials.
Graduates from the program may apply for certified membership to either the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS) or their provincial engineering technology association.

Career Outlook

Software developer
Web developer
Database developer
Mobile applications developer
Health care information systems analyst
Systems implementation specialist
Business analyst

Education Pathways

Graduates of this Health Informatics Technology (Fast-track; online) advanced diploma program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved at Centennial for credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are the credentials from partnering institutions that are available for this program.

Please note that each partner has minimum admission requirements to be met in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving partner institution.

Partner Institution	Degree Program
Algoma University	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors
	Honours Bachelor of Computer Science
	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Science in multiple majors
Lakehead University	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor degree in multiple majors
Laurentian University	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors
Nipissing University	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors
Ontario Tech University	Honours Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies
Ottawa, University of	Honours Bachelor of Commerce
Seneca Polytechnic	Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Toronto Metropolitan University	Bachelor of Health Administration degree completion
Wilfrid Laurier University	Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors
Windsor, University of	Bachelor of Computer Science
Windsor, University of	Honours Bachelor of Computer Science in Applied Computing
York University	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor degree in any major
	Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Science in multiple majors
	Honours Bachelor of Computer Science
	Honours Bachelor of Environmental Studies (3- or 4-year)

Please visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/ for more information on articulation agreements.

For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.

Recognitions

The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) recognizes the Software Engineering Technology program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Technologist category.

Accreditation

CIPS/CTAB

The Canadian Information Processing Society and the Canadian Council of Technician and Technologies (CCTT) jointly approved accreditation of this program in 2011. This joint accreditation is the first of its kind in Canada.
The Software Engineering Technology program has met the national technology accreditation requirements established by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) and, as such, has received national accreditation status by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB).

CIPS Official Logo

TAC

This program has met the national educational standards of Canada’s engineering technology and applied science profession, as such, has received national program accreditation by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC).

National Accredited Program logo

Please note: The qualification requirements and costs for each external accreditation, designation, certification or recognition are set by the granting body — not by Centennial College. In order to qualify for any external accreditations, designations, certifications or recognition, students and graduates will need to follow the processes and meet the applicable requirements listed on the websites and in the materials of those external bodies.

Areas of Employment

IT departments in hospitals
Medical software companies
Research
Educational
Health informatics clinics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

College diploma or university degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related discipline
We will consider applicants with a combination of partial diploma or degree and relevant work experience.

Additional Requirements

Transcript and resume review
Centennial English Admission Test (must score 170 or 171 for admission)
English language proficiency

Co-op Option

The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete two co-op work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.

To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the first semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled.

Co-op Requirements

Minimum of 80% of courses completed from semester one
Completion of COMM-160/160 by the end of semester 1 with a C grade (60%) or higher
A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Students who meet the above prerequisites will submit their application for co-op to the Career Services & Cooperative Education Department in semester 1

Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program.

Out of province and out of country co-op applicants – additional requirements for co-op may apply

How to Apply

1. Apply Online

Domestic Students

If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.

If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.

All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $125 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.

International Students

Apply directly to Centennial College here.

2. Submit Documents

Domestic Applicants

Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.

Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.

Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.

International Applicants

Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.

3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission

Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.

You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.

You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.

When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.

4. Pay Fees

Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.

You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.

5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)

Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.

Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April

Your web-registration will not open if:

You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.

Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.

Tuition and Fees

Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2024.

Student	Tuition (2 Semesters)	Ancillary Fees	Total
Canadian	$2,721.00	$475.12	$3,196.12
International	$17,722.00	$1,147.30	$18,869.30

Technology Requirements

This program is part of the BringIT initiative, which mean students taking it will need to be able to consistently access and use a mobile computing device that meets or exceeds the program’s recommended hardware requirements.

Students with Accessibility Needs: If you require accommodations for a documented disability, please consider your adaptive technology needs when you select a device for your program. If you want to access disability services, you can make an appointment with the Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services, by calling 416-289-5000 ext. 3850, or by email at calcs@centennialcollege.ca

Want to know more? Check out Frequently Asked Questions for our BringIT Program.

Students from this program will need to have consistent access to the following:

Minimum Recommended Specifications:

Windows Laptop with:
- Intel Core i7 Processor (6 generation or later) or AMD equivalent processor;
- 512GB SSD Drive;
- USB + HDMI Ports;
- 13 in Screen, FHD resolution;
- Windows 10 Edition OS, X64-based
Recommended:
- Built-in Ethernet Port; Audio/Mic combo;
- A Solid State Drive (SSD);
- 15 inch Touch Screen;
- A laptop with a battery life of 3hrs or better

Please note: MacBooks and Chromebooks are NOT acceptable alternatives. Some subjects may require additional devices such as an external hard drive. In addition to the computer specifications listed above, internet access, a web-cam, microphone and speakers are needed.

Minimum Internet Requirement:

You will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. High-speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) with minimum 50mbps download speed is highly recommended.

ClassAPPs 2.0

Students are invited to use Centennial College’s ClassAPPs 2.0, an all-in-one system that lets you use all of the digital tools you need to complete your college courses from the comfort of your own home, at any time, instead of finding the time to head for a computer lab. Any student can use the ClassAPPs 2.0 system with any modern, HTML5 enabled web browser, like Chrome, Edge or Firefox. Just log in to the service with the same ID and password you use to get into a College PC, and you instantly gain access to cloud-based software, and other learning resources.

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes

Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.

Analyze and define the specifications of a health information system based on user requirements.
Design, implement, test and document health information systems based on specifications and software engineering methodologies.
Develop architectures and provide examples of information systems to support patients, the public, and policy makers and managers of health care services.
Assess software quality and, where necessary, improve software performance through the application of appropriate testing, verification, and evaluation procedures.
Design, model, implement, and maintain a database and electronic health records.
Support the development and maintenance of health information systems through the application of networking concepts.
Analyze, design, and implement integrated solutions that ensure security and privacy issues are addressed.
Use tools for decision support and their application to patient management, acquisition, representation and engineering of medical knowledge.
Work effectively as a member of a health informatics team on the design, implementation and testing of a health information system where no one person has complete knowledge of the entire system.
Interpret, create, and present health and medical coding systems and other information effectively and accurately.
Contribute to the successful completion of the project applying the project management principles in use.

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