If you want a meaningful role in healthcare without providing hands-on patient care, you can complete our Health Information Technology (HIT) program online.
HIT is the behind-the-scenes engine of healthcare, where professionals ensure that health information is accurate, secure, accessible, and meaningful throughout the entire system.
Interested in learning more about the Health Information Technology (HIT) program? Use the form below to submit your questions or express interest.
Please allow 24-48 business hours for a reply.
Prefer to reach out directly? Feel free to contact the program director using the information below.
Ashleigh Walker
Program Director, Health Information Technology
Email: abwalker360@my.pittcc.edu
Phone: 252-493-7649
Ready to enroll in the HIT program?
Taking the next step toward a career in Health Information Technology is an exciting decision.
Begin by completing the general admission application to Pitt Community College.
Be sure to submit:
Once admitted, meet with your assigned academic advisor to review your placement and next steps.
Before entering the HIT program, you must:
After meeting the minimum requirements, contact the HIT Program Director to begin the enrollment process and request your enrollment packet. Please allow 2-3 business days for a response.
All important updates will be sent to your myPittCC email account. Be sure to check it regularly for:
While not required, it is strongly recommended that students complete most—if not all—of their general education courses before starting the HIT program. Doing so can help you stay on track and manage your coursework more effectively.
Students may begin taking HIT classes in either the fall or spring semester. General education classes may be taken in fall, spring, or summer semester
*BIO 163 must be completed with a C or better within the past 10 years from the date of enrollment in HIT Program.
**Students interested in transferring to East Carolina University’s Health Information Management Program should also take MAT 171
| SEMESTER | COURSE | TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| F/Sp/Su | ACA 111 | College Student Success | 1 |
| F/Sp/Su | ENG 111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
| F/Sp | HTI 110 | Intro to Healthcare & HIM | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | MED 121 | Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | BIO 163* | Basic Anatomy & Physiology | 5 |
| Total Credits: 15 | |||
| F/Sp/Su | ENG 112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | MAT 152 | Statistical Methods | 4 |
| F/Sp | HIT 112 | Health Law and Ethics | 3 |
| F/Sp | HIT 114 | Health Data Systems/Standards | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | MED 122 | Medical Terminology II | 3 |
| Total Credits: 16 | |||
| F/Sp/Su | CIS 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | PSY 150 | General Psychology | 3 |
| F/Su | HIT 217 | Quality and Data Analysis | 3 |
| Total Credits: 9 | |||
| SEMESTER | COURSE | TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sp/Su | HIT 218 | Management Principles in HIT | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | HUM 115 or PHI 240 | Critical Thinking or Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| F/Sp | CTS 130 | Spreadsheet | 3 |
| F/Sp/Su | HIT 220 | Electronic Health Records | 2 |
| Total Credits: 11 | |||
| F/Sp | HIT 124 | Professional Practice Exp II | 1 |
| F/Sp | HIT 211 | Diagnosis Coding & Reporting | 3 |
| F/Sp | HIT 213 | Inpt Procedure Coding & Reporting | 2 |
| F/Sp | HIT 226 | Pathophysiology & Pharmacology | 3 |
| Total Credits: 9 | |||
| F/Sp | HIT 214 | OP Procedure Coding/Reporting | 2 |
| F/Sp | HIT 215 | Revenue Cycle Management | 2 |
| F/Sp | HIT 224 | Professional Practice Exp IV | 2 |
| Sp/Su | HIT 225 | Health Care Informatics | 3 |
| F/Sp | HIT 280 | HIM Capstone | 2 |
| Total Credits: 11 | |||
HIT professionals manage and protect patient health information. They make sure medical records are accurate, secure, and available when healthcare providers need them.
By working with healthcare data and technology, HIT professionals support patient care, medical billing, quality improvement, and healthcare decisions while helping organizations meet privacy and regulatory requirements.
Common responsibilities include:
The Health Information Technology (HIT) program is offered entirely online with the exception of the professional practice experiences (PPE – also known as clinical practice), which are made available in the student’s region through a joint effort facilitated by the student and the HIT faculty.
Program highlights:
Students admitted to health sciences programs are required to complete a clinical practicum. Clinical facilities may require criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, professional license checks, and/or proof of US citizenship prior to or during participation in the clinical portion of a program. Any expenses associated with these requirements are the responsibility of the student. Pending the outcome, clinical facilities may deny a student the opportunity to complete the clinical portion of a program. A student who is unable to complete the clinical portion of a program will not be able to graduate. Criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, professional license checks, and/or proof of US citizenship may also be required after graduation by examination boards, state licensing boards, and employment agencies. Pending the outcome, a graduate may be disqualified from examination eligibility, state licensure, and/or employment.
Students admitted to health sciences programs are required to have a physical examination to determine if they are physically and emotionally capable of performing the essential functions of the program and must submit a completed medical form. A record of immunizations, including, but not limited to, an annual Influenza vaccine and the COVID-19 vaccine must be included with the medical form. A medical or religious exemption for vaccines must be approved by the clinical site(s). PCC does not grant vaccine exemptions in lieu of the clinical site(s) and does not guarantee vaccine exemptions will be approved by the clinical site(s).
Programs at PCC that prepare students for professional licensure are designed to prepare a student to apply for applicable licensure in North Carolina. In order to ensure whether the program meets requirements for professional licensure outside North Carolina, PCC recommends the student contact the program director prior to enrolling in the program.
It is the policy of PCC not to discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, handicap, religion, age, or national origin in the recruitment and admission of students; the recruitment, employment, training, and promotion of faculty and staff; and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations. PCC is an equal opportunity institution.
Health Sciences admissions policies are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between PCC and students. PCC reserves the right to change any provisions or requirements at any time. Every effort will be made to minimize the inconvenience such changes create for students.
Medical Coder
Medical Coding Auditor
Medical Records Technician
HIM Analyst
Quality Improvement Specialist
Charge Master Auditor
Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
Cancer/Tumor Registrar
Release of Information Specialist
HIPAA Compliance Officer
Healthcare Data Analyst
Data Quality Manager
Healthcare Consultant
Hospitals
Physician practices
Insurance organizations
Outpatient clinics
Remote/virtual roles
Graduates of the two-year AAS HIT degree at Pitt Community College interested in pursuing their bachelor’s degree in health information management may be eligible to apply to the Health Information Management Bachelor’s degree at ECU in preparation for leadership roles.
PCC has an articulation agreement with ECU, allowing students who complete an AAS degree in HIT at PCC to enter ECU as a junior upon acceptance to the ECU HIM Program. Admission to the Health Information Management Program is competitive. A completed application does not guarantee admission to the program.
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-Based (CCS-P)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)