Western Governors University Offers New Online Degree in Health Informatics
Scholarship is also Offered for Qualified Applicants
SALT LAKE CITY -- The world of healthcare information is growing and changing rapidly. Across the nation, healthcare
systems and medical facilities continue to improve information systems according to the industry's newest high-tech
standards and best practices.
Western Governors University now offers a Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics. This online degree combines
healthcare with information technology, giving a graduate the knowledge and skills needed to design, develop, and
operate health information systems.
The online health informatics degree program's core components provide a rigorous knowledge base in IT fundamentals,
IT management and healthcare. Two industry-recognized IT certifications are included as part of this degree program at
no extra cost. They are CompTIA A+ IT Technician and CIW v5 Database Design Specialist.
This online degree is designed for those who may already be in the healthcare profession seeking to develop
health informatics and technology skills or for those who are already in information technology and who are seeking
knowledge of the healthcare field. This program was created to bridge the gap between healthcare and information technology
by building competencies in both areas.
Students who already have knowledge or associate's degrees in either area may be able to accelerate their progress and
can possibly complete their degree in two to three years. Expected time to completion for students with little or no college
experience is four to five years.
Tuition is very affordable at $2,790 per 6-month term or just $5,580 per year. (Tuition will become $2,890 effective 9/1/2008.)
This is less than half of what other reputable online universities typically charge. A scholarship of $2,500, applicable at $500
per term for up to five terms, is available to qualified applicants. Enrollments are open continuously and new cohorts begin each
month.
For more information, go to www.wgu.edu or call 1-888-225-5948.
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