Diploma (Health Information Management)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$12,504/Yr
CA$12,504 /Yr
- St. Lawrence College offers a Diploma in Health Information Management of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- This program prepares graduates to work in many different health settings, using the latest in information technology to contribute to quality patient care.
- In this program, students have to study biomedical sciences, health information sciences, electronic record systems, statistical analysis, and health law.
- Students will develop teamwork and presentation skills.
- This program is recognized by the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA).
- Students from the health sciences programs on placement are covered by Workplace Safety and Insurance Board(WSIB) coverage in the event of an incident.
- The HIM program offers students up to 332 hours of practicum experience throughout the year.
- Graduates will be eligible to write the national certification examination administered by CHIMA and will be entitled to use the credentials CHIM to denote their professional designation.
- Jop opportunities for students to work in hospitals, family health networks, health research agencies, legal firms, government agencies, and other varied community health services.
- The average salary of the program goes up to 36,000 USD.
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Important Dates
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$12504 (CAD 12504) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room And Board | CA$5617 (CAD 5617) |
| Meal | CA$1275 (CAD 1275) |
| Books and Supplies | CA$600 (CAD 600) |
| Other Fees | CA$562 (CAD 562) |
| Total Cost | CA$8054 (CAD 8054) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with the majority of Grade 11 and 12 courses at the C, U, or M level including the following prerequisites:
- Grade 12 English at the C or U level
- Grade 11 Math at the C, U, or M level
- Grade 11 or 12 Biology at the C or U level.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The students must have completed 10th and intermediate i.e 12th grade which has the minimum with 60% marks.
- The minimum qualification required to attend this program is a higher secondary school certificate.
- Copies of original documents should be attested by the educational institution.
- School Record of Diploma/Degree certificate Mark sheets for each year of study is required.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Official Transcript: Submit copies of an official transcript from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
- Official Degree Certificate: It provides proof of degree completion and must be an original copy issued by the institution with an official stamp or seal.
- Personal Statement: This is a short statement (approximately one page) that details the reason for pursuing graduate studies with this department and their research interests.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Criminal Background Check: Applicants are advised that Criminal Background Checks (CBC) and Vulnerable Sector Checks conducted by the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC).
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Health information manager
- Medical coder
- Data analyst
- Outpatient coding compliance auditor
- Clinical documentation specialist
- Clinical systems manager
- Medical research analyst
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentCA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based |
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