Health Informatics Certificate

Overview

A Certificate in Health Informatics focuses on hands-on skills taught by industry leaders using and implementing advanced health information technology. Just 12 credits, this certificate can be completed in as little as 8-12 months.

The industry continues to grow, now with the added demand for technology professionals. The Health Informatics Certificate will prepare you to advance or change careers in this field. The certificate program provides a good pathway for students to enroll in the Master's in Health Informatics program with advanced standing.

Earn a Health Informatics Certificate Online in Less than a Year

The Saint Joseph’s Health Informatics Certificate is offered 100% online. With just 12 credits to completion, you can complete the full program in 8-12 months. If you decide to go on, the certificate is stackable with all credits counting toward the Master’s in Health Informatics.

What Can I do with a Health Informatics Certificate?

Expand your understanding of privacy and security requirements, the role of standards and data exchange, and fundamentals associated with oversight of health information technology systems.

Positions relevant to this certificate include:

Health Informatics Specialist
Clinical Health Data Analyst
Clinical Informatics Manager
Quality Manager

HOW WILL SAINT JOSEPH’S PREPARE ME FOR A CAREER IN HEALTH INFORMATICS?

Saint Joseph’s University’s Health Informatics Certificate is designed to serve both those already working in healthcare as well as those looking to make a change in their career. Learn from an interdisciplinary team of faculty that includes experienced practitioners and thought-leading researchers.

FINDING EMPLOYMENT IN THE CITY OF “MEDS”

The city of Philadelphia is a unique place to pursue a graduate degree in Health Informatics. Philadelphia is known for having a high concentration of hospitals and healthcare companies. Regional employers include Highmark Blue Cross, MainLine Health, Penn Medicine, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and more. By studying Health Informatics at Saint Joseph’s University's School of Health Studies and Education you’ll be connected to our deep network within Philadelphia's healthcare sector.

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At a glance

Length	Average part-time: 2 - 4 semesters, or 6 - 12 months.
Credits	12 credits or 4 courses. Full-time: 9 credits per semester. Part-time: 6 credits or less per semester.
Start Terms	Spring, summer or fall.
Format	Online.
Tuition for 2021-2022	$923 per credit hour. Learn more about our tuition & fees.
Stack this Certificate into a Master's Program	This certificate is stackable with all credits counting toward the M.S. in Health Informatics program.
Potential Career Paths	The health informatics certificate helps prepare graduates for jobs such as: Health informatics specialist Clinical health data analyst Clinical informatics manager Quality manager
Requirements	The average student in the program has 7 years of work experience in the healthcare industry, but related experience is not required.
Admission Information	To learn more about the admission process and required materials, Graduate Admission can provide more information or answer any questions.
Financial Aid	Scholarships, federal and state grants, loans and other types of financial aid may be available to those who qualify. Our Office of Financial Aid can help you understand your options.
Discount Eligibility	Alumni of Saint Joseph's are eligible to receive 10% off the cost of this program through our alumni discount. Completed a year or more of service with a recognized service organization? You may be eligible for our mission discount. Check with your employer to see if they are an Edcor or a Bright Horizons EdAssist member, which may entitle you to a discount on graduate programs. *note - discounts cannot be combined.
Veterans	SJU is a yellow ribbon school that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand the benefits available to you and will support you during your educational career at SJU.

Health Informatics M.S.

A master’s in Health Informatics addresses the intersection of healthcare and information technology. Through this program, you’ll develop the skills needed to analyze health data and improve patient care. Offered online, the Health Informatics M.S. is just 33 credits, at $923 per credit.

Master of Health Administration (M.H.A.)

There is never a time when healthcare professionals are not in demand. The M.H.A. program at Saint Joseph's University offers a core curriculum focusing on population and status assessment, health policy, organization development, operations and information systems, legal principles, leadership and more. The curriculum also offers concentrations in Health Informatics and Organization Development and Leadership (ODL).

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