Career Outcomes

Health informatics and information management professionals are trained in information management technology applications and the operations and workflow of a variety of healthcare organizations. Specialists in this field have a direct and valuable effect on patients without being involved in direct patient care, and can pursue careers in informatics; data analytics; privacy, risk and compliance; revenue cycle management; data quality; and more. Prospective students can explore a variety of possible careers using the American Health Information Management Association's (AHIMA) career map.

Strong job prospects with competitive salaries await graduates, who graduate work-ready through virtual experience with advanced healthcare applications and 400 hours of professional practice experience. New graduates with bachelor’s degrees start with average salaries in the $30,000 to $50,000 range, increasing to a range of $50,000 to $70,000 annually after five years in the field.