PLEASE NOTE:
- This course is powered by Pointful Education and does not follow the typical Lincoln Empowered course structure.
- This course is one semester in length.
- This course includes teacher services. The auto-graded option is not available.
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Michigan Families: CTE courses are not offered with Michigan-certified teachers. Please note that this means you may not earn credits for these courses if completed.
Grade Range: 9-12
Credit Equivalency: 1.0
Semester: 1 Semester
COURSE OVERVIEW
In this course, students will explore the comprehensive world of healthcare information and management. Throughout the modules, students will learn about the history of the healthcare system as well as the current best practices in the field. They will explore the innovative technologies being developed and applied in patient care and patient privacy. Students will become familiar with the specific terminology utilized within the clinical and information technology systems. Students will investigate the complexities of the business of healthcare including data organization and security considerations. Finally, students will identify the ways in which communication and leadership go hand in hand with a thriving career in healthcare information and management systems.
Pointful Education Courses are structured in a consistent, research-based format utilizing multiple pedagogical concepts such as Understanding by Design, Growth Mindset, and Video and Project-based learning. Through the use of these pedagogical concepts, Pointful Education maintains a consistent and engaging course structure that supports student-centered learning.
COURSE OUTLINE BY MODULE
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Module 1: Healthcare
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Module 2: Technology
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Module 3: Clinical Informatics
- Module 4: The Systems Development Life Cycle Part I
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Module 5: The Systems Development Life Cycle Part II
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Module 6: Communication
- Module 7: Management and Leadership Part I
- Module 8: Management and Leadership Part II
COURSE PREVIEW VIDEO
Please follow this link for a course preview video.
CERTIFICATION
This course prepares students for the Certified Associate in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CAHIMS) exam. To learn more, follow this link.
TEACHER SERVICES
All teachers for Pointful Education courses will grade student assessments according to the rubric accompanying each teacher-graded assessment. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The student’s district is responsible for any certifications associated with the course.