Health care costs and the necessity to enhance the management of health care delivery systems have created an explosion in the demand for health care information specialists – people with the knowledge and skills necessary to process, analyze, and distribute health care information in diverse practice environments. By studying health information, students will acquire a versatile yet focused skill set incorporating clinical, information technology, leadership, and management skills. Health information professionals use their knowledge of information technology and records management to form the link between clinicians, administrators, technology designers, and information technology professionals.
UAS Sitka’s Health Information Management program prepares students for a fast-paced, high-paying, in-demand field. A career as a health information professional offers the chance to blend an interest in medicine with the multifaceted information management challenges of tomorrow. UAS Sitka provides an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in health information technology, coding, or privacy and security. Courses taken for earning an occupational endorsement or certificate are applicable to the A.A.S. degree.
Knowledge skills and abilities fundamental to the HIM profession
Critical thinking and communication skills
Demonstrate ethical, professional and legal standards of conduct for the HIM environment
For the time period of August 1, 2019–July 31, 2020, the program had a 100% pass rate for the RHIT examination
100% of graduates surveyed for 2019/2020 reporting year were satisfied or highly satisfied with the overall HIM AAS degree program
Surveys for 2020/2021 will be sent in June 2021
There are 51 students enrolled in the HIM program for 2021
Five students graduated from the HIM program in 2020; this is a rate of 9.8% of our HIM students.
UAS had five students graduate from the AAS-HIM program in 2020 three students have full time jobs in the medical field, two students are continuing their education. The percentage of graduates that have gained employment is 100% (3/3).
The typical HIM student at UAS is part-time and takes longer than 2 years to complete the AAS.
HIM Program Mission Statement
The HIM Program at UAS provides students with knowledge, skills and ability to prepare to enter the HIM profession. The HIM Program at UAS will provide a high quality education in health information management and technologies while encouraging lifelong learning and ethical behavior. The HIM program will meet the standards established by CAHIIM for curriculum competencies at the associate degree level.
All courses are available online so access to a computer and high speed internet is required. Some courses require professional experience or internships at an approved facility.
Applicants should be aware that professional practices are part of HIM courses, and that transportation to various health agencies for these experiences is the responsibility of the student.
HIM students will need a current student membership in the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Health Information Management Program
Our Student Success advisors are on hand to help you find and apply for available scholarships and grants. Please refer to our Financial Support section for an overview of your options.
Available scholarships specific to this area of study include:
To provide an award to assist students who have demonstrated the potential for academic success and who, for financial reasons, might not otherwise have access to post-secondary education.
The award is intended for Southeast Alaska students attending the University of Alaska Southeast Sitka Campus, both in Sitka and by distance delivery through the Sitka Campus.
To provide scholarships for junior or senior high school students enrolled in the Sitka Borough School District to attend one and not more than two courses per semester at the University of Alaska Southeast, Sitka Campus during high school.
Secondary priority is to provide members of the Sitka community with scholarships to attend University of Alaska Southeast Sitka Campus.
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Icicle Seafood Scholarship Fund for Petersburg High School Students
Recipient must be a Petersburg High School dual enrolled student at the University of Alaska Southeast. Minimum GPA of 2.0. Must meet UAS eligibility standards for financial aid.
Contact us through a regional outreach coordinator, in person, by phone (907-747-7717), by email (sitka.ssc@alaska.edu), by fax (800-478-3552), or by mail. Our mailing address is:
Recipient must be enrolled in a Career and Tech education program at the University of Alaska Southeast. Minimum GPA of 2.0. Must meet UAS eligibility standards for financial aid.
Contact us through a regional outreach coordinator, in person, by phone (907-747-7717), by email (sitka.ssc@alaska.edu), by fax (800-478-3552), or by mail. Our mailing address is:
Recipient must be enrolled in Fisheries Technology at the University of Alaska Southeast. Minimum GPA of 2.0. Must meet UAS eligibility standards for financial aid.
Contact us through a regional outreach coordinator, in person, by phone (907-747-7717), by email (sitka.ssc@alaska.edu), by fax (800-478-3552), or by mail. Our mailing address is:
1. Tuition waivers are awarded to those students who are degree or certificate seeking, financial aid eligible and meet all Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements. 2. Tuition waivers can only be applied towards classes that originate from the UAS Sitka Campus. 3. Tuition waivers cover tuition only. Books and fees are not covered. 4. Tuition waivers must be used only for the classes for which they have been awarded. 5. Tuition waivers are awarded for 1-4 credits per semester. Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
1. Tuition waivers are awarded to those students who are degree or certificate seeking, financial aid eligible and meet all Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements. 2. Tuition waivers can only be applied towards classes that originate from the UAS Sitka Campus. 3. Tuition waivers cover tuition only. Books and fees are not covered. 4. Tuition waivers must be used only for the classes for which they have been awarded. 5. Tuition waivers are awarded for 1-4 credits per semester. Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
1. Tuition waivers are awarded to those students who are degree or certificate seeking, financial aid eligible and meet all Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements. 2. Tuition waivers can only be applied towards classes that originate from the UAS Sitka Campus. 3. Tuition waivers cover tuition only. Books and fees are not covered. 4. Tuition waivers must be used only for the classes for which they have been awarded. 5. Tuition waivers are awarded for 1-4 credits per semester. Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
1. Tuition waivers are awarded to those students who are degree or certificate seeking, financial aid eligible and meet all Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements. 2. Tuition waivers can only be applied towards classes that originate from the UAS Sitka Campus. 3. Tuition waivers cover tuition only. Books and fees are not covered. 4. Tuition waivers must be used only for the classes for which they have been awarded. 5. Tuition waivers are awarded for 1-4 credits per semester. Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
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Law Enforcement
DIPAC Ladd Macaulay Scholarship for Fisheries Technology
Applicants who intend to concentrate in fisheries science, natural resource conservation, and related fields will receive particularly close consideration.
Applicants for the hatchery technology scholarships, if not graduates of the high school programs listed below, must have Alaska hatchery work experience or be enrolled or admitted to an accredited hatchery technology program in Southeast Alaska.
Open to all graduates of high schools in Juneau, Haines, Skagway, Hoonah, and Chatham School Districts, and graduating home school students residing in Juneau, Lynn Canal, or northern Chatham Straits area.
The University of Alaska provides over $2 million in scholarships annually. A list of available opportunities and the application process are detailed at the above website.
Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
The University of Alaska provides over $2 million in scholarships annually. A list of available opportunities and the application process are detailed at the above website.
Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
The University of Alaska provides over $2 million in scholarships annually. A list of available opportunities and the application process are detailed at the above website.
Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
The University of Alaska provides over $2 million in scholarships annually. A list of available opportunities and the application process are detailed at the above website.
Contact a Sitka Student Success Advisor for assistance (907) 747-7717 or sitka.ssc@alaska.edu
Three $2500 scholarships are available annually. Those eligible to apply are those who hold a current State of Alaska salmon limited entry permit and paid enhancement tax to NSRAA in the year prior to the application, and their children. NSRAA full-time and seasonal benefited employees and their dependent children and other immediate family members are also eligible to apply.
Application forms may be picked up at (or requested from) the NSRAA office in Sitka. Forms will also be available at the counselor’s office at your local high school.
The application period runs from January 1 through April 15 (or the Monday after the 15th if the 15th falls on a weekend).
The scholarship is not limited to students who intend to study fisheries.
Three $2500 scholarships are available annually. Those eligible to apply are those who hold a current State of Alaska salmon limited entry permit and paid enhancement tax to NSRAA in the year prior to the application, and their children. NSRAA full-time and seasonal benefited employees and their dependent children and other immediate family members are also eligible to apply.
Application forms may be picked up at (or requested from) the NSRAA office in Sitka. Forms will also be available at the counselor’s office at your local high school.
The application period runs from January 1 through April 15 (or the Monday after the 15th if the 15th falls on a weekend).
The scholarship is not limited to students who intend to study fisheries.
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General
HIM Program Changes - Effective Fall 2020
Information on UAS HIM Program Update - Curriculum Changes
