Health Information Specialist Certificate

Specialize in healthcare information

Health information is the data related to a patient’s medical history, symptoms, diagnoses, procedures, and outcomes. With Dakota State’s program, you’ll qualify for entry-level healthcare positions and correlate the data between patient records and patient outcomes.

Our online or hybrid classes give you optimal experience with electronic health record software. Gain the knowledge and skills to excel in the healthcare informatics field. You will serve a critical role as you register and initiate patient accounts, and input patient admission information within electronic health records and registration systems.

Starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, the Health Information Specialist Certificate will have a new name: Health Informatics Specialist Certificate.

Contribute to patient success

Health information specialists contribute greatly to patient success. They register patients, scan and index documents, and release healthcare information according to policies and regulations, all while protecting patient privacy.