Medical Information Technology
Use your technology skills in a medical office to help support patient care.
Combine People Skills with Science and Medicine
Medical records and health information technicians are in high demand as hospitals, doctors offices and other medical providers have moved to electronic medical records systems. OCTC's Medical Information Technology Program prepares its graduates to organize health information and medical records by ensuring its quality, accuracy, accessibility and security. Medical records and health information technicians use various systems to code and categorize patient information for reimbursement purposes and to maintain patient medical histories. If you are highly organized with an eye for detail, Medical Information Technology could be the field for you. This program offers an associate degree as well as a certificate.
Getting Started
What are my degree, diploma, and certificate options?
- Medical Information Technology - AAS - Medical Administrative Track
- Medical Information Technology - AAS - Medical Coding Track
- Medical Information Technology - AAS - Medical Office Management Track
- Medical Information Technology - AAS - Medical Transcription Track
- Medical Administrative Assistant - Diploma
- Medical Records Specialist - Diploma
- Electronic Health Records Specialist - Certificate
- Hospital Admissions Specialist - Certificate
- Medical Coding - Certificate
- Medical Interpreter - Certificate
- Medical Receptionist - Certificate
- Medical Transcription/Scribe - Certificate
- Medical Transcriptionist - Certificate
- Medical Unit Coordinator - Certificate
ECTC has numerous partnerships with 4-year universities. If you are interested in a transfer pathway in this field, check out our partnering university pathways. Find more information on transferring from ECTC.
How Do I Pay For This?
Worry no more. With the lowest tuition in Kentucky, financial aid options, and a helping hand to guide you through the application process, ECTC has you covered. ECTC will help you reach your goals at a price that won't break the bank.
Where do I start?
Apply for admission to ECTC to receive information from the Admissions Office about submitting your placement test scores (ACT or other exams) and to schedule a meeting with an advisor to register for your classes.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Field Licensure Requirements
Upon completion of the Medical Information Technology (MIT) program, students are strongly encouraged, but not required, to take a national certification exam in their area of expertise (e.g. medical coding, transcription, electronic records, office management, or medical administrative). Most employers do not require national certifications to obtain employment in the field; however, by having these certifications students will increase their job prospects.
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in collaboration with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.
