Record Accuracy. Patient Safety.
Shape the future of patient care from behind the scenes.
Health Information Technology (HIT) professionals are the digital guardians of patient data, managing electronic health records, ensuring privacy compliance, coding medical procedures and analyzing healthcare data that drives clinical decisions and operational efficiency.
Owens’ Pre-Health Information Technology Concentration, AA is an affordable first step toward this dynamic career. If you are service-driven, enjoy problem-solving and thrive on challenge, this concentration is perfect for making a meaningful impact behind the scenes.
This pathway is ideal for applying to Owens’ Health Information Technology, AAS—plus it opens doors to transfer into bachelor’s programs beyond HIT. Regular advising meetings are recommended to ensure your coursework aligns with your goals.
You’ll be prepared to turn your passion for patient care into a career that drives innovation, supports healthcare teams and creates lasting impact in modern healthcare.
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
At Owens, you have a team of dedicated, experienced professionals guiding you. In turn, your faculty will be supported by an Advisory Committee of local professionals.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Associate of Science (AS)
Department
Department of Health Information Technology
Required Credit Hours
62-66
What to Expect
2
Years of concentrated studies—covers all HIT AAS prerequisites
9,710
Professionals in this field across Ohio
$11,400
Program tuition cost
From Science Foundation to Clinical Practice
In your first semester, you’ll enhance your communication and critical thinking skills while exploring the fundamentals of the human body and behavior through anatomy, physiology and psychology. You’ll also build confidence navigating the healthcare environment through an introduction to healthcare careers and medical terminology.
The second semester deepens your scientific knowledge with continued anatomy and physiology coursework, plus a math elective tailored to your career goals—choose from statistics, algebra or quantitative reasoning. You’ll also gain deeper insight into both the science and human aspects of patient care through lifespan psychology, sociology and advanced communication studies.
By the third semester, you’ll broaden your perspective with courses in ethics, microbiology and immunology, and general arts and sciences and communication electives. Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training provides valuable direct patient-care experience and earns you a certification that employers and advanced programs value.
In your final semester, you’ll tailor your degree with electives that align with your interests and career goals. This experience in health information technology builds strong analytical, organizational and technical skills valued across healthcare and other industries.
Career Outcomes
This concentration serves as a foundation for a fast-paced HIT career. While core technical skills—medical coding, data analysis and health information management systems—are taught in Owens’ Health Information Technology, AAS program, this degree provides something equally valuable: comprehensive science prerequisites and healthcare fundamentals that set you apart.
You’ll be perfectly positioned for seamless transition into a bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, preparing for high-demand roles in health data analytics, EHR management and medical coding leadership.
This pathway combines the best of both worlds—extensive healthcare knowledge and cutting-edge technology skills—making you invaluable to healthcare organizations seeking professionals who understand both the clinical and technical sides of modern healthcare.
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In Their Words
“I looked around for careers you could do from home. I can be in the comfort of my own place but still interact with people over email and by phone, and go to conferences. You can go into many different fields with just this one degree.”
Kaitlyn Maxwell, Health Information Technology, ’25
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.
Contact Us
Skytha Fleming
Chair
Healthcare Education Center 132 G
Toledo-area Campus
Phone: (567) 661-7453
Email