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Walla Walla Community College

Why Choose WWCC for Health IT??

If you’re trying to decide between a business and healthcare degree, this program gives you the best of both worlds. It can help prepare you for a job in medical admin. You’ll see how electronic medical records work. You’ll learn what goes into filing insurance claims. You’ll dive into medical coding. And you’ll build accounting, business and computer skills that are in-demand in the healthcare industry.

 

Careers in Health IT

Keep the Healthcare System Running

The healthcare industry relies on people with strong business and tech skills. They keep patients’ private info safe and secure. They manage finances and make sure medical bills are paid. They create work schedules and supervise staff. And they make sure hospitals and clinics stay up to date with the latest technology and laws. These are some of the fastest growing jobs in the market — with a great standard of living. And you can feel good about the work you’ll do supporting front-line caregivers.

Certificates & Degrees in Health IT

This program will prepare you to take on admin roles in hospitals, clinics and medical practices. A certificate can give you the skills for many jobs in medical coding, billing and records. Or an associate degree can open up even more options, like managing staff or advising providers about health IT.

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Details

Scholarship Opportunities

At WWCC, we’ll help you find scholarships that may be open to you. Scholarships provide money for school that you don’t have to pay back. They can be used for things like tuition, books, tools and fees. They come from sources like the WWCC Foundation, local businesses and private funds. Some WWCC programs also have scholarships for students working toward a certain certificate or degree. You might qualify based on good grades, financial need or the potential to benefit from school. The bottom line: You have options. We’ll help you explore them at WWCC.

Paying for Your Degree

There are lots of ways to pay for college. We will work with you to find the right mix of support so that you can go after your dreams. Talk with us to learn more about:

  • Financial aid — grants, scholarships and student loans.
  • Workforce Education Services — support for students on workforce training pathways.
  • Warrior Pledge — covers needs not met by other financial aid.
  • Flexible payment plans — low monthly payments with no interest.
  • Work study — work part-time on campus while you earn your degree.
  • Emergency funds — for students who are struggling to make ends meet.

You can go to college. Start exploring your options today.

WWCC By the Numbers

1,953

Students at WWCC

63%

Attend Full Time

52%

Receiving Financial Aid

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