Education · 1 of 4
The path
Short, and often possible online.
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High school
Grade 12
Grade 12 English, math and biology.
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Recognized program
2 to 4 years
A 2-year diploma (SAIT (Southern Alberta Institute of Technology), George Brown, RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) in Winnipeg, Nova Scotia Community College) or a degree (Conestoga's Applied Health Information Science, or Toronto Metropolitan University's online Health Administration). Anatomy, disease, coding systems, privacy law, statistics and health data systems, plus two practicums. In Quebec it is the 3 year DEC (Diploma of College Studies, 411.A0).
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Write the national certification exam
After graduation
Run by the CCHIM (Canadian College of Health Information Management). Pass it to use the CHIM (Certified in Health Information Management) credential.
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Get hired and keep certified
Ongoing
Hospitals and health authorities ask for the credential. Continuing education keeps it active.