Healthcare Management Technology
Curriculum Description
The Healthcare Management Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment in healthcare business and financial operations. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the application of management principles to the healthcare environment.
The curriculum places emphasis on planning, organizing, directing and controlling tasks related to healthcare organizational objectives including the legal and ethical environment. Emphasis is placed on the development of effective communication, managerial and supervisory skills.
Graduates may find employment in healthcare settings including hospitals, medical offices, clinics, long-term care facilities and insurance companies. Graduates are eligible to sit for various certification exams upon completion of the degree with a combination of a minimum of two years administrative experience. Eligible certifications include, but are not limited to, the Professional Association of Healthcare Office Managers (PAHCOM), the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), the Certified Patient Account Manager (CPAM) and the Certified Manager of Patient Accounts (CMPA) examinations.
The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.
Associate in Applied Science
A25200 REVISED
NC CIP: 51.0705
Day and Online
POS Approved: Fall 2014
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 120 | Prin of Financial Accounting REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry NEW VERSION 2014 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HMT 110 | Intro to Healthcare Mgt REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| OST 141 | Med Terms I-Med Office REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| OST 149 | Medical Legal Issues REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 15 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 121 | Prin of Managerial Accounting | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| BUS 110 | Introduction to Business REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| ENG 114 | Prof Research & Reporting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HMT 211 | Long-Term Care Admin | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| OST 142 | Med Terms II-Med Office | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 15 | 2 | 0 | 16 |
Summer Term
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 153 | Human Resource Management REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers REVISED REQUISITE | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| OST 286 | Professional Development REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total: | 8 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
Fall Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC 225 | Cost Accounting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HMT 210 | Medical Insurance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| HMT 212 | Mgt of Healthcare Org | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Intro Interpersonal Com REVISED REQUISITE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| Public Speaking REVISED REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| OR | |||||
| Oral Communication | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| MAT 152 | Statistical Methods I NEW 2014 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Total: | 15 | 2 | 0 | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Course | Course Title | Class Hours | Lab/Shop Hours | Clinical/WBL Hours | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 260 | Business Communication NEW VERSION 2014 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| CTS 130 | Spreadsheet | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| HMT 220 | Healthcare Financial Mgmt | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| ___ ___ | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | ** | ** | 0 | 3 |
| Select one: | |||||
| Interpersonal Psychology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OR | |||||
| General Psychology REVISED REQUISITE | (3) | (0) | (0) | (3) | |
| Total: | 12 | 2 | 0 | 16 | |
Total Credit Hours: 73
Additional Information
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective — Select one: ART 111, ENG 231, HUM 121, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, or REL 221. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.
**Hours vary depending on course selection.
A25200 REVISED