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Successful completion of the requirements of the associate degree program in Health Professions will prepare the student for entry-level employment as a health information processor by providing the basic knowledge, understanding, and skills required to work in a variety of healthcare settings. Students learn the the skills to process data with accuracy, clarity, and timeliness, code diagnosis and procedures of the medical office and hospital setting by applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct thus, becoming a vital link in the healthcare chain of our society. The Health Professions program provides lifelong skills for marketable performance.

Outcomes
Program graduates will possess the knowledge and skills needed to:

1. Demonstrate written, verbal and medical usage in all areas of communication.
2. Operate computers and support software relative to job performance and use technology in the preparation/submission of data.
3. Devise a large medical vocabulary and understand human anatomy, physiology, diseases, diagnostic indications, drugs, surgical and other procedures using scientific knowledge and mathematical reasoning.
4. Identify, distinguish, and interpret inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in all medical office procedures and make appropriate corrections.
5. Compile, organize and produce information while maintaining confidentiality.
6. Relate ethical and professional standards for all clients regardless of socio-economic conditions, race, age or cultural beliefs.