313455 v.1 Master of Health Information Management
MHIM(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 074563G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
2 Years
Introduction
This Graduate Entry Master (GEM) of health information management enables talented students to obtain a degree that combines the scientific, technical and administrative expertise expected of an entry level health information manager. Successful completion of this degree will ensure graduates obtain the skills to be competent professionals in the field of health information management. In addition, staff have strong links with local, national and international health and information professions, ensuring students have extensive hands-on experience throughout their studies. The health information manager is the bridge between the clinical, management and systems aspects of health and is a fulfilling profession responsible for the collection, storage, analysis and distribution of health care information. The unique competencies of health information managers ensure excellent career opportunities both within Australia and internationally.
Course Entry Requirements
A bachelor degree or equivalent and proof of formal medical terminology training is required.
Specific Requirements
Applicants to this course should hold a certificate or training in medical terminology and academic writing.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is available in both internal and external (online) study modes and is of two years full-time or equivalent part-time study. Where possible, classes will be scheduled in the evening to accommodate students already employed. This course is also available to international offshore students. International onshore students on student visas are not permitted to study this course externally (online).
Intermediate Awards 1
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Classification
Course Organisation
This graduate entry master course will enable talented students to obtain a degree that combines scientific, technical and administrative expertise expected of an entry level health information manager. The health information manager acts as the bridge between clinical, management and systems aspects of health. It is a fulfilling profession responsible for the collection, storage, analysis and distribution of healthcare information. The course offers a number of practical experiences in management and clinical coding to ensure students are comfortable in the extraction of data and management of health information.
Career Opportunities
Excellent career opportunities exist in Australia and internationally.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. In particular students will be required to purchase the NCCC International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems, Australian Modification (ICD-10-AM) and the HIMAA Introductory and Intermediate ICD-10-AM coding textbooks.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 313433 | v.1 | Clinical Classification 282 | 8.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313444 | v.1 | Foundations of Health Information 681 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313446 | v.1 | Health Data and Information Analysis 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313855 | v.1 | Introduction to Health Informatics 683 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 13152 | v.3 | Health Research Methods 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13367 | v.2 | Health Services Quality Development 583 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313447 | v.1 | Professional Practice of Public Health 683 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313448 | v.1 | Casemix and Data Quality 682 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 313435 | v.1 | Clinical Classifications 381 | 8.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313450 | v.1 | Health Information Management 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313451 | v.1 | Indication of Clinical Conditions 681 | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313452 | v.1 | Electronic Health Records 681 | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 13179 | v.3 | Research Project 650 | 8.0 | 50.0 | |
| 311769 | v.1 | Advanced Health Informatics 682 | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313453 | v.1 | Health Information Management 682 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | Y | |||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
