2018 – 2019
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Health Information Technology
Career Cluster:	Health Science

AS	
CIP Number	1351070700	
Program Type	College Credit	
Standard Length	70 credit hours	
CTSO	HOSA: Future Health Professionals	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	29-2071 Medical Records and Health Information Technicians	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml 	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. 

This program is designed to prepare students for employment as Health Information Technicians, Medical Record Technicians  SOC Code 29-2071 (Medical Records and Health Information Technicians), or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations. 

The content includes but is not limited to health information management, ethical and medico-legal aspects, computer information technology for health records, biomedical sciences, including anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology and pathophysiology, health record science, computer applications, word processing, data base management, and spreadsheet, health data content, analysis and structure, statistics and data literacy, coding, clinical classification systems, reimbursement methodologies, quality assessment and performance improvement, health care delivery systems,  indexing, organization and supervision, professional practice experience, and employability skills.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 70 credit hours.
Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

Standards 1-12 comprise the HIT Core:
01.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations.
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
03.0	Explore health informatics and information management as a profession.
04.0	Demonstrate an understanding of health data concepts.
05.0	Describe the functions of a health record.
06.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of Health Information Technology.
07.0	Discuss classification systems, clinical vocabularies and terminologies.
08.0	Explore ethical issues in Health Informatics and Information Management.
09.0	Identify the importance of privacy and health records law in healthcare.
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate health services organization and delivery system regulations. 
11.0	Demonstrate computer knowledge and skills.
12.0	Demonstrate employability skills.

In addition, students will complete the objectives in one of the following specialization tracks:

Standards 13-20 must be completed by students specializing in the Medical Coder/Biller CCC or ATD Track: 

13.0	Describe the anatomy and physiology of the human body.
14.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the application of medical terminology.
15.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of disease process in relationship to the human body, including pharmacology.
16.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the use of ICD and CPT coding systems, both manual and automated.
17.0	Demonstrate proficiency in ICD coding complexities.
18.0	Explain the significance of health information services to the Medical Coder/Biller.
19.0	Demonstrate ethical and legal principles with regard to the use of medical records.
20.0	Demonstrate understanding of medical billing.

Standards 21-31 must be completed by students specializing in the HealthCare Informatics Specialist CCC Track: 

21.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of the various informatics related disciplines.
22.0	Demonstrate ethical and legal principles with regard to the role of the informatics specialist.  
23.0	Utilize valid resources in healthcare informatics to retrieve and analyze relevant information. 
24.0	Manage health data. 
25.0	Manage healthcare statistics, including biomedical research and quality. 
26.0	Utilize appropriate information technology and systems. 
27.0	Apply project management principles and practices to health informatics activities. 
28.0	Participate in the planning, design, selection, implementation, integration, testing, and support for health information systems. 
29.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles related to health record data and work flow management. 
30.0	Demonstrate proficiency in electronic health/medical record systems and work flow management. 
31.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the application and integration of healthcare informatics concepts and skills through practical lab experiences. 

Standards 32-39 must be completed by students specializing in the Medical Record Transcribing/Healthcare Documentation -ATD Track: 

32.0	Use appropriate medical and scientific terminology. 
33.0	Apply concepts of disease, diagnosis and treatment of the human body.
34.0	Apply rules of English grammar and punctuation.
35.0	Utilize medical references.
36.0	Apply healthcare documentation technology.
37.0	Practice safety and security specific of the medical transcriptionist/ healthcare documentation specialist.
38.0	Explain the role of health information services.
39.0	Demonstrate ethical and legal principles with regard to the use of healthcare documentation.

Students must complete at least one of the specialization tracks above and standards 40-43 to obtain the Health Information Technology A.S. degree.

40.0	Coordinate the planning, design, selection, implementation, integration, testing, and support for health information systems.
41.0	Manage Organizational Resources.
42.0	Utilize appropriate health services organization and delivery system regulations.
43.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the abilities, performance and responsibilities required of leadership.

2018 – 2019
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Health Information Technology
CIP Number:	1351070700 
Program Length:	70 credits
SOC Code(s):	29-2071

Refer to Rule 6A-14.030 (4) F.A.C., for the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree.  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations –The student will be able to:	
01.01	Discuss the evolution of healthcare.	
01.02	Demonstrate an understanding of the infrastructure of healthcare in the United States.	
01.03	Discuss regulatory agencies and organizations within the healthcare delivery system	
01.04	Recognize levels of education, credentialing requirements, employment opportunities, workplace environments and career growth potential.	
02.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively–The student will be able to:	
02.01	Develop basic speaking and active listening skills.	
02.02	Develop basic observational skills and related documentation strategies in written and oral form.	
02.03	Identify characteristics of successful and unsuccessful communication including barriers. 	
02.04	Respond to verbal and non-verbal cues. 	
02.05	Compose written communication including emails using correct spelling, grammar, formatting and confidentiality. 	
02.06	Observe professional e-mail practices and etiquette.	
02.07	Use appropriate medical terminology and abbreviations. 	
02.08	Recognize the importance of courtesy and respect for patients and other healthcare workers and maintain good interpersonal relationships. 	
02.09	Recognize the importance of patient/client educations regarding healthcare. 	
02.10	Adapt communication skills to varied levels of understanding and cultural orientation including diverse age, cultural, economic, ethnic and religious groups. 	
02.11	Recognize elements of communication using a sender-receiver model. 	
02.12	Distinguish between and report subjective and objective information. 	
02.13	Report relevant information in order of occurrence. 	
03.0	Explore health information management as a profession–The student will be able to:	
03.01	Discuss the history of health information management.	
03.02	Discuss the professional opportunities within the health information management profession.	
03.03	Demonstrate knowledge of professional associations within HIM.	
04.0	Demonstrate an understanding of health data concepts–The student will be able to:	
04.01	Describe the various uses of health data (primary and secondary).	
04.02	Describe various characteristics of health data quality and standards.	
05.0	Describe the functions of a health record–The student will be able to:	
05.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the various formats of the health record.	
05.02	Explain the various uses of a health record. 	
05.03	Follow medical records policies and procedures for security, including confidentiality. 	
06.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of Health Information Technology–The student will be able to:	
06.01	Discuss how healthcare reform legislation can and does affect the HIT field.	
06.02	Interpret information from Electronic Health Records (EHR) and applications in healthcare	
06.03	Demonstrate an understanding of creation, use, and purpose of the electronic health record.	
07.0	Discuss classification systems, clinical vocabularies and terminologies–The student will be able to:	
07.01	Demonstrate knowledge of administrative terminologies as they relate to HIM.	
07.02	Demonstrate knowledge of clinical terminologies as they relate to HIM.	
08.0	Explore ethical issues in Health Information Management–The student will be able to:	
08.01	Describe the code of ethics consistent with healthcare occupations.	
08.02	Recognize ethical issues related to health information technology.	
08.03	Recognize ethical issues related to coding and billing/ healthcare documentation.	
08.04	Demonstrate basic knowledge of accreditation standards and licensure agencies.	
09.0	Identify the importance of privacy and health records law in healthcare–The student will be able to:	
09.01	Explain the importance of maintaining ethical and legal standards in compiling and using paper-based and electronic health/medical records.	
09.02	Identify standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). 	
09.03	Define and explain the composition of the legal patient record.	
09.04	Follow medical records policies and procedures for security, including confidentiality. 	
10.0	Utilize appropriate health services organization and delivery system regulations. – The student will be able to:	
10.01	Demonstrate knowledge of information system policies and procedures required by national health information initiatives on the healthcare delivery system.	
10.02	Demonstrate knowledge of current laws, accreditation, licensure, and certification standards related to health information initiatives from the national, state, local, and facility levels.	
10.03	Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedures to comply with the changing regulations among various payment systems for healthcare services such as Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, etc.	
10.04	Differentiate the roles of various providers and disciplines throughout the continuum of healthcare and respond to their information needs.	
10.05	Describe how to monitor and re-adjust workflow as necessary.	
10.06	Describe the most significant legal and regulatory requirements related to the health information infrastructure.	
10.07	Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedures for access and disclosure of personal health information.	
10.08	Describe procedures for patient-specific data to authorized users.	
10.09	Identify and recommend solutions to privacy issues/problems.	
10.10	Implement appropriate Joint Commission patient safety goals and other applicable regulating/accrediting agency guidelines.	
11.0	Demonstrate computer knowledge and skills–The student will be able to:	
11.01	Demonstrate keyboarding skills.	
11.02	Demonstrate the ability to create, manage, organize and retrieve files.	
11.03	Demonstrate ability to connect to the internet.	
11.04	Demonstrate ability to perform research on the internet by identifying reliable websites.	
11.05	Demonstrate ability to send and receive e-mail.	
11.06	Demonstrate ability to send messages with attached files.	
11.07	Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.	
11.08	Demonstrate the ability to install software programs as downloads or from a computer disk.	
11.09	Demonstrate knowledge of safe computer practices and security procedures including but not limited to encryption, passwords and biometrics.	
12.0	Demonstrate employability skills–The student will be able to:	
12.01	Identify personal traits or attitudes desirable in a member of the healthcare team. 	
12.02	Define basic professional standards of healthcare workers as they apply to hygiene, dress, language, confidentiality and behavior (i.e. courtesy and self-introductions).	
12.03	Identify documents that may be required when applying for a job. 	
12.04	Write an appropriate resume. 	
12.05	Conduct a job search. 	
12.06	Complete a job application form correctly.	
12.07	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques. 	
12.08	Recognize levels of education, credentialing requirements, employment opportunities, workplace environments and career growth potential. 	
12.09	Identify acceptable work habits. 	
12.10	Recognize appropriate affective/professional behavior. 	
12.11	Compare careers within the health science career pathways (diagnostic services, therapeutic services, health informatics, support services or biotechnology research and development). 	
Standards 13-20 must be completed by students specializing in the Medical Coder/Biller CCC or ATD Track:	
13.0	Describe the anatomy and physiology of the human body–The student will be able to:	
13.01	Describe the structure and function of the respiratory system.	
13.02	Describe the structure and function of the circulatory system.	
13.03	Describe the structure and function of the musculoskeletal & connective tissue system.	
13.04	Describe the structure and function of nervous and sensory systems.	
13.05	Describe the structure and function of the reproductive system.	
13.06	Describe the structure and function of the urinary system.	
13.07	Describe the structure and function of the digestive system.	
13.08	Describe the structure and function of the endocrine system.	
14.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the application of medical terminology–The student will be able to:	
14.01	Recognize and identify word parts of medical terminology in daily use.	
14.02	Build, spell and pronounce correctly, appropriate terms from word parts learned and be able to give the meaning of the word.	
14.03	Identify word parts and be able to build, spell and understand new words with those parts.	
14.04	Spell and use medical abbreviations.	
14.05	Recognize and identify terminology of hospital and other clinical forms.	
14.06	Demonstrate use of basic terminology common to medical/surgical practices.	
14.07	Use medical reference materials.	
15.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of disease process in relationship to the human body, including pharmacology–The student will be able to:	
15.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the predisposing factors and direct causes of disease as they relate to the human body.	
15.02	Demonstrate an understanding of the general morphology of organisms and their role in the disease process.	
15.03	Demonstrate an understanding of the pathogenesis of diseases of all the body systems.	
15.04	 Demonstrate an understanding of pharmacological agents, uses, treatments, and utilizing drug reference sources.	
15.05	Identify and use diagnostic test terminology.	
16.0	Demonstrate proficiency in use of ICD and CPT coding systems, both manual and automated–The student will be able to:	
16.01	Outline the development of nomenclatures and classification systems.	
16.02	Identify conventions and guidelines used in coding.	
16.03	Describe the process to annually update coding resources. 	
16.04	Demonstrate the ability to code CPT and HCPCS II Codes with a focus on correct coding and sequencing of CPT codes for Anesthesia; Evaluation & Management (E&M); Surgery; Pathology and Laboratory; Radiology , and Medicine. 	
16.05	Identify when it is appropriate to use HCPCS Level II codes and how to code them correctly.	
16.06	Use case studies and authentic medical records/abstracts to code intermediate and advanced, complex procedure code assignment using CPT (all sections), HCPCS II Codes, and, the current ICD Procedural Coding System	
16.07	Append all appropriate modifiers to both CPT and HCPCS II codes	
16.08	Explain Physician Quality Reporting Initiative (PQRI) and its relationship to CPT Category II codes. 	
16.09	Demonstrate the ability to accurately code and sequence for current ICD Diagnoses and Procedural Coding System Codes by body systems and supplemental chapters/materials. 	
16.10	Identify any discrepancies, incomplete information and/or poor documentation practices in relation to coding while following appropriate departmental policies for correcting errors or improving documentation practices. 	
17.0	Demonstrate proficiency in ICD coding complexities–The student will be able to:	
17.01	Apply advanced ICD coding concepts to diagnostic complexities of complex case studies with an articulation of coding rules and sequencing. 	
17.02	Understand case-mix analysis, severity of illness systems, and coding quality monitors and reporting.	
17.03	Using a variety of simulated patient records (Emergency Department, Ambulatory Surgery, and Inpatient), interpret data and assign diagnostic codes.	
17.04	Describe characteristics of prospective payment systems (DRG, APR-DRG, APC and RUGS groupers) for various types of healthcare settings. 	
17.05	Review the format and conventions of ICD Diagnoses and Procedural Coding System coding systems.	
17.06	Identify the areas of similarities and differences to various classification systems (For example, ICD, DSM-IV, ICD-O).	
17.07	Use and maintain application processes to support other clinical classification systems (DSM IV, ICD-O).	
17.08	Explain how the Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine clinical terminology is utilized in the development of an electronic health record system.	
18.0	Explain the significance of health information services to the Medical Coder/Biller–The student will be able to:	
18.01	Describe origin, history and definition of all medical record types. 	
18.02	Describe the functions of the medical record department, i.e., data collecting, filing, retrieving, coding, indexing, and workflow in all record types. 	
18.03	Explain the classification and functions of health information management personnel and chain of command.	
18.04	State reasons medical records are important in the health care delivery system.	
18.05	Explain different filing systems used in health care institutions.	
18.06	Describe the development of the medical record to include all record types.	
18.07	Explain the importance of the medical record in relation to state and federal agencies, accrediting and licensing agencies.	
18.08	Demonstrate the use of a master patient index (MPI) system.	
19.0	Demonstrate ethical and legal principles with regard to the use of medical records–The student will be able to:	
19.01	Explain the importance of maintaining ethical and legal standards in compiling and using medical records.	
19.02	Discuss the Code of Ethics of the American Health Information Management Association.	
19.03	Explain the scope of practice of the Medical Coder/Biller.	
19.04	Demonstrate ethical coding practices as outlined by AHIMA.	
19.05	Identify HIPAA compliance guidelines and regulations for electronic health information.	
20.0	Demonstrate understanding of medical billing–The student will be able to:	
20.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the revenue cycle management processes.	
20.02	Complete CMS (Centers of Medicare/Medicaid Services) 1500 or comparable claim form.	
20.03	Compare and contrast various reimbursement entities.	
20.04	Identify sources of payment, including patient and third parties.	
20.05	Use medical billing software.	
20.06	Perform electronic claims billing and submission.	
20.07	Interpret explanation of benefits (EOBs) and explanation of Medicare benefits (EOMBs).	
20.08	Analyze claims rejection, correct and resubmit for payment.	
20.09	Explain the relationship of current payment methodologies and systems including but not limited to Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRGs) Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APCs), Resource Based Relative Value Scale (RBRVS), and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Payment System.	
20.10	Identify the various external regulating agencies and their impact on the coding systems.	
20.11	Discuss chargemaster and superbill maintenance. 	
20.12	Understand compliance strategies and reporting as well as regulatory guidelines such as the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI), Local Coverage Determination (LCD), National Coverage Determination (NCD) and the Outpatient Code Editor (OCE).	
Standards 21-31 must be completed by students specializing in the HealthCare Informatics Specialist CCC Track: 
	
21.0	Demonstrate a basic understanding of the various informatics related disciplines. – The student will be able to:	
21.01	Identify key events in the history and development of the informatics discipline, including the present industry environment and future trends.	
21.02	Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of health data standards related to the development of the computerized infrastructure necessary to support the implementation of electronic health/medical records.	
21.03	Explore the role of informatics professionals, specifically in the assessment of training needs and ethical practices to safeguard confidential health information.	
21.04	Explain the scope of practice of the healthcare informatics technician.	
22.0	Demonstrate ethical and legal principles with regard to the role of the informatics specialist  – The student will be able to:	
22.01	Discuss the Code of Ethics of the American Health Information Management Association and other informatics related professional organizations.	
22.02	Explain the scope of practice of the healthcare informatics specialist.	
23.0	Utilize valid resources in healthcare informatics to retrieve and analyze relevant information. – The student will be able to:	
23.01	Demonstrate the ability to identify credible informatics resources relevant to the content, applications, and assignments.	
23.02	Utilize case studies and best practices in informatics projects and course work.	
24.0	Manage health data. –The student will be able to: 	
24.01	Collect and maintain health data (such as data elements, data sets, and databases).	
24.02	Apply policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy of health data.	
24.03	Compare clinical vocabulary systems.  	
24.04	Verify timelines, completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness of data and data sources for patient care, management, billing reports, registries, and/or databases.	
24.05	Maintain healthcare information requirements and health data standards.	
24.06	Collect, analyze and report quality measures. 	
24.07	Maintain and interpret user access logs/audit trails to track history of access to and disclosure of identifiable patient data.	
25.0	Manage healthcare statistics, including biomedical research and quality. –The student will be able to: 	
25.01	Abstract and maintain data for clinical indices/databases/registries.	
25.02	Collect, organize, and present data for quality management, utilization management, risk management, and other related studies.	
25.03	Compute and interpret healthcare statistics.	
25.04	Understand Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes and policies.	
25.05	Use specialized databases to meet specific organization needs such as medical research and disease registries.	
25.06	Abstract and report data for facility wide quality management and performance improvement programs.	
25.07	Analyze clinical data to identify trends that demonstrate quality, safety, and effectiveness of healthcare.	
26.0	Utilize appropriate information technology and systems. – The student will be able to: 	
26.01	Use technology, including hardware and software, to ensure data collection, storage, analysis and reporting of information. 	
26.02	Demonstrate advanced proficiency in using such as spreadsheets and databases in the execution of projects and presentations.	
26.03	Use specialized software in the completion of HIM processes such as record tracking, release of information, coding, grouping, registries, billing, quality improvement, and imaging.	
26.04	Apply policies and procedures to the use of networks, including internet and intranet applications to facilitate the electronic health record (EHR), personal health record (PHR), public health and other administrative applications. 	
26.05	Apply knowledge of data base architecture and design (such as data dictionary, data modeling, data warehousing) to meet departmental needs.	
26.06	Use appropriate electronic or imaging technology for data/record storage.	
26.07	Design, query and generate reports to facilitate information retrieval.	
26.08	Apply retention and destruction policies for health information.	
26.09	Maintain archival and retrieval systems for patient information stored in multiple formats.	
26.10	Coordinate, use, and maintain systems for document imaging and storage. 	
26.11	Apply confidentiality and security measures to protect electronic health information.	
26.12	Protect data integrity and validity using software or hardware technology.	
26.13	Apply departmental and organizational data and information system security policies	
26.14	Use and summarize data compiled from audit trails and data quality monitoring programs.	
27.0	Apply project management principles and practices to health informatics activities. – The student will be able to:	
27.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the definition and general principles of healthcare informatics project management.	
27.02	Demonstrate skills associated with planning, executing, and tracking a healthcare informatics project.	
27.03	Demonstrate abilities related to managing work teams, allocating project resources, and resolving problems associated with a healthcare informatics project.	
28.0	Participate in the planning, design, selection, implementation, integration, testing, and support for health information systems – The student will be able to: 	
28.01	Demonstrate the ability to research best practices and perform a needs assessment to determine the architecture and system specifications needed for selection of an electronic health/medical record system for specific healthcare environments.	
28.02	Evaluate, select, and implement information technologies to manage health data and systems in various healthcare settings, i.e. hospitals, clinics, physician practices.	
28.03	Identify technological and behavioral barriers and potential solutions associated with electronic health/medical record implementation initiatives.	
28.04	Utilize project management skills and tools.	
28.05	Develop S.M.A.R.T. goals for Health Information Technology projects.	
28.06	Identify appropriate input/output devices and hardware configuration.	
28.07	Assess workflow and process assessment as it pertains to information technology. 	
28.08	Describe information systems theory and the system development life cycle.	
28.09	Demonstrate an understanding of strategic planning for implementation of health information systems. 	
28.10	Evaluate security standards including physical, virtual, and network risk areas. 	
28.11	Assist in the development of end-user training sessions, including planning training sessions and development of training material. 	
29.0	Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles related to health record data and work flow management. – The student will be able to:	
29.01	Demonstrate an understanding of the architectural and operational components of an integrated health management information system.	
29.02	Demonstrate knowledge of health/medical record relational database design, management, and data warehousing/mining for decision support.	
29.03	Demonstrate the ability to utilize data flow diagrams and process design and redesign methodologies.	
30.0	Demonstrate proficiency in electronic health/medical record systems and work flow management. – The student will be able to:	
30.01	Recognize best practices. 	
30.02	Explain the purpose of a needs assessment. 	
30.03	Assist in the identification and selection of information technologies to manage health data and systems in various healthcare settings, i.e. hospitals, clinics, physician practices.	
30.04	Identify technological and behavioral barriers associated with electronic health/medical record implementation initiatives.	
30.05	Explore the influence and scope of electronic health/medical record system practices on a global and international scale.	
31.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the application and integration of healthcare informatics concepts and skills through practical lab experiences – The student will be able to:	
31.01	Explore the role and responsibilities of the health informatics specialist as team leader and/or project manager.	
31.02	Apply knowledge and skills related to organization or electronic health/medical record operations, personnel, equipment and resources. 	
31.03	Explore real-world applications of healthcare informatics principles and practices.	
31.04	Demonstrate assimilation of knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level performance as a health informatics specialist.  	
31.05	Demonstrate an understanding of the definition and general principles of healthcare informatics project management.	
31.06	Demonstrate skills associated with planning, executing, and tracking a healthcare informatics project.	
31.07	Demonstrate abilities related to managing work teams, allocating project resources, and resolving problems associated with a healthcare informatics project. 	
Standards 32-39 must be completed by students specializing in the Medical Record Transcribing/Healthcare Documentation -ATD Track	
32.0	Use appropriate medical and scientific terminology–The student will be able to:	
32.01	Spell, define and pronounce medical words and their components.	
32.02	Define and use medical abbreviations. brief forms, acronyms, eponyms, and foreign words and phrases commonly used in healthcare practice.	
32.03	Identify and use the medical terminology related to the structure and function of the human body.	
32.04	Identify, pronounce, spell, and define pharmacological terminology	
32.05	Students will distinguish between or among medical homophones (soundalikes), commonly confused medical terms, and synonyms.	
33.0	Apply concepts of disease, diagnosis and treatment of the human body: 	
33.01	Identify and explain structure and function of the human body in health and in disease.	
33.02	Identify disorders and treatments of the human body.	
33.03	Identify and explain electrodiagnostic, imaging, laboratory, and pathology procedures and their application to diseases and disorders. 	
33.04	Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacology to include indications and contraindications, dosage, methods of administration, interactions and side effects. 	
33.05	Categorize surgical procedures and other interventional diagnostic and treatment modalities by specialty, indications or related diagnoses, technique, and typical findings.	
34.0	Apply rules of English grammar and punctuation–The student will be able to:	
34.01	Recognize and use the principal parts of speech.	
34.02	Recognize and use punctuation marks.	
34.03	Apply rules of numerical expression.	
34.04	Apply rules of capitalization.	
34.05	Define and use abbreviations.	
34.06	Demonstrate ability to spell words in common usage 	
34.07	Evaluate and use reliable resources for research and practice.	
34.08	Apply correct medical style as defined by authorities( i.e. AHDI Book of style, AMA Manual of Style)	
34.09	Edit and proofread healthcare documentation.	
34.10	Recognize and use report formats.	
35.0	Utilize medical references–The student will be able to:	
35.01	Use medical dictionaries and specialty word books.	
35.02	Identify and use trade, generic and chemical drug names utilizing reference sources.	
35.03	Identify and use diagnostic test terminology.	
35.04	Access, use and evaluate the reliability of resources located on the internet	
36.0	Apply  healthcare documentation technology–The student will be able to: 	
36.01	Demonstrate keyboarding skills with an awareness of productivity and accuracy standards and definitions.	
36.02	Demonstrate use of transcription technology 	
36.03	Discuss the use of commonly used dictation delivery and transcription technologies.	
36.04	Students will accurately transcribe and/or edit a required minimum number of reports to include history and physical, consultations, discharge summaries, operative reports and special reports, applying competencies specified in the areas of English Language, Medical Knowledge, Technology, Healthcare Documentation, and Professional Practice. 	
36.05	Students will demonstrate the ability to proofread and correct transcribed healthcare documents, including using critical thinking and editing skills.	
36.06	Students will recognize, evaluate, and call attention to inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in healthcare dictation while transcribing/editing, without altering the meaning of the content.	
36.07	Demonstrate the use of word processing programs, including commands for editing, file organization, and retrieval.	
36.08	Demonstrate knowledge of abbreviation expanders and other productivity-enhancing software.	
36.09	Demonstrate a general knowledge of speech recognition technology (SRT), its basic editing functions, and how it integrates into healthcare documentation.	
36.10	Demonstrate a general knowledge of electronic healthcare records (EHR) including the functions related to dictation/transcription integration and editing, and common terminology used in EHR systems. 	
37.0	Practice safety and security specific  of the medical transcriptionist/ healthcare documentation specialist –The student will be able to:	
37.01	Follow common health information policies and procedures for security specific to the role of the medical transcriptionist/ healthcare documentation specialist. 	
37.02	Demonstrate workstation ergonomics specific to the medical transcriptionist/ healthcare documentation specialist  	
38.0	Explain the role of health information services–The student will be able to:	
38.01	Understand the documentation workflow, will be able to explain the importance of delivering healthcare documentation in a timely manner, and apply this concept.	
38.02	Explain the use of the health record by state and federal regulatory and licensing agencies and accrediting bodies/agencies	
38.03	Students will demonstrate an awareness of the opportunities in medical transcription/ healthcare documentation and related careers and the importance of professional development.	
39.0	Demonstrate ethical and legal principles with regard to the use of healthcare documentation–The student will be able to:	
39.01	Explain the importance of maintaining ethical and legal standards in compiling and using healthcare documentation.	
39.02	Explain the importance of maintaining workstation security and safeguarding protected  health information (PHI) 	
39.03	Explain medical record authentication and its legal implications.	
39.04	Explain the scope of practice of the medical transcriptionist/ healthcare documentation specialist.	
39.05	Discuss the code of ethics of the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI).	
39.06	Discuss the code of ethics of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).	
39.07	Discuss Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations as these regulations apply to healthcare documentation.	
Students must complete at least one of the specialization tracks above and standards 40-43 to obtain the Health Information Technology A.S. degree.	
40.0	 Coordinate the planning, design, selection, implementation, integration, testing, and support for health information systems. – The student will be able to: 	
40.01	Demonstrate the ability to research best practices and perform a needs assessment to determine the architecture and system specifications needed for selection of an electronic health/medical record system for specific healthcare environments.	
40.02	Evaluate, select, and implement information technologies to manage health data and systems in various healthcare settings, i.e. hospitals, clinics, physician practices.	
40.03	Identify technological and behavioral barriers and potential solutions associated with electronic health/medical record implementation initiatives.	
40.04	Utilize project management skills and tools.	
40.05	Develop S.M.A.R.T. goals for Health Information Technology projects.	
40.06	Coordinate appropriate input/output devices and hardware configuration.	
40.07	Design workflow and process assessment as it pertains to information technology. 	
40.08	Describe information systems theory and the system development life cycle.	
40.09	Demonstrate an understanding of strategic planning for implementation of health information systems. 	
40.10	Provide information for strategic planning. 	
40.11	Evaluate security standards including physical, virtual, and network risk areas. 	
40.12	Provide end-user training sessions, including planning training sessions and development of training material. 	
41.0	Manage Organizational Resources. – The student will be able to: 	
41.01	Apply and organize roles and functions of teams and committees.	
41.02	Adapt communication and interpersonal abilities	
41.03	Illustrate team leadership techniques	
41.04	Design training and orientation programs.	
41.05	Facilitate continuing education programs.	
41.06	Comply with local, state and federal labor regulations	
41.07	Identify the components of workflow and process monitors. 	
41.08	Use productivity tools and techniques to monitor, report, and improve processes.	
41.09	Prioritize job functions and productivity criteria and communicate the resulting outcomes for health information functions.	
41.10	Compose and make recommendations for organizational plans, budgets, and proposals.	
41.11	Create and maintain monitors for employee performance, the revenue cycle, and resource allocation	
41.12	Monitor coding and revenue cycle processes.	
41.13	Recommend cost-savings and efficient means of achieving work processes and goals.	
41.14	Contribute to work plans, policies, procedures, and resource requisitions in relation to job functions	
42.0	Utilize appropriate health services organization and delivery system regulations. – The student will be able to:	
42.01	Apply information system policies and procedures required by national health information initiatives on the healthcare delivery system.	
42.02	Apply current laws, accreditation, licensure, and certification standards related to health information initiatives from the national, state, local, and facility levels.	
42.03	Apply policies and procedures to comply with the changing regulations among various payment systems for healthcare services such as Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, etc.	
42.04	Participate in the implementation of legal and regulatory requirements related to the health information infrastructure.	
42.05	Apply policies and procedures for access and disclosure of personal health information.	
42.06	Release patient-specific data to authorized users.	
42.07	Maintain user access logs/systems to track access to and disclosure of identifiable patient data.	
42.08	Conduct privacy and confidentiality training programs.	
42.09	Investigate and recommend solutions to privacy issues/problems.	
42.10	Apply and promote ethical standards of practice.	
43.0	Demonstrate proficiency in the abilities, performance and responsibilities required of leadership. -  The student will be able to: 	
43.01	Summarize health information related leadership roles including information governance. 	
43.02	Apply the fundamentals of team leadership in a variety of healthcare settings. 	
43.03	Organize and facilitate meetings for teams and committees. 	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Special Notes

The following ATD programs have been approved by the Florida State Board of Education for statewide articulation credit into this degree program.  

Medical Coder/Biller-ATD (0351070705/0351070703) – 26 credits 
Medical Record Transcribing-ATD (0351070706/0351070704) – 15 credits

The following industry certifications have been approved by the Florida State Board of Education for statewide articulation credit into this degree program.  

Certified Medical Transcriptionist (AFHDI001) – 3 credits 

The program should meet the program standards and guidelines of the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The program should encompass the AHIMA established knowledge clusters and entry-level competencies for Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT’s). It prepares the student to take the AHIMA national certification examination for Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT).

This program should be taught in accordance with the accreditation standards of: the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), 233 North Michigan Ave., 21st Floor, Chicago, IL 60601-5800 (312/233-1100) www.cahiim.org

Students should be encouraged to join the (AHIMA) American Health Information Management Association and/or (AAPC) American Academy of Professional Coders and participate in the state/local association. 

Outcomes 01-11 are referred to as the Health Information Technology core and do not have to be completed if the students has previously completed the core in another program at any level. The Core should be taken first or concurrently with the first course in the program.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the intercurricular career and technical student organization providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).  This AS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:

Healthcare Informatics Specialist (0351070711) – 18 credit hours
Medical Information Coder/Biller (0351070707) – 34 credit hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml