Health Information Technology

To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. In order to progress in this program, students must earn at least a “C” in all HIT courses, Anatomy and Physiology I and II, and English Comp I.  Competencies must be met at the level stated in the course outline.

*Minimum admission requirements (in addition to general admission requirements) must include one of the following:

• Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT;
• Score a 251 or higher on the ACCUPLACER NG Reading Section and a 251 or above on the ACCUPLACER NG Arithmetic Section
• Complete 12 hours or more with a “C” average or above at an accredited college or university.  Six of these hours must be earned in Occupational Math (CTE 1113) or a higher math equivalent and English Comp I (ENG 1113) with a “C” or better. Developmental coursework does not satisfy this requirement;

AND

• Have a cumulative grade point average GPA) of 2.0 (“C” average on all previous college coursework); and
• Complete Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology I Lab with at least a “C”.  A&P I and A&P I Lab must have been completed prior to admission into the Health Information Technology Program.
• Computer Applications must also have been completed within three years prior to admission into the Health Information Technology Program; and
• Attend an HIT Information Session.  Students will receive notice from the Registrar’s Office about scheduling their Information Session; and
• Observe in a Health Information Management Department and submit a written summary of the visit.

The HIT Admissions Committee will select each year’s class from the pool of applicants who meet minimum admission requirements.  Any application with incomplete records will not be considered for admission.  The admission process is competitive, and completion of minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission.  Priority consideration for admission will be given as follows:

1. In-district students who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework at MCC;
2. Out-of-district students who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework at MCC;
3. Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework elsewhere;
4. Out-of-state students check with the Health Education Advisor for selection details and deadlines.

After program admission and prior to classes beginning, students must provide proof of immunization foMMR.

A drug screening test will be scheduled after classes begin.  A Mantoux Two-Step TB Skin Test will be scheduled after classes begin.   

All students admitted into the program will be required to pay for fingerprinting and background checks which will be performed after admission and prior to clinical laboratories.  These fees will be attached as registration fees.  There are certain convictions that will prevent an individual from being eligible to participate in clinical experiences.  If a student is unable to participate in clinical experiences, he/she will be dismissed from the program.

For additional information, contact the Health Education Advisor.

*Admission requirements are minimum standards and admission to the program is competitive and therefore not guaranteed.