HSM Related Careers

Demand for graduates in health care-related fields is skyrocketing, and most of the professionals in these positions don’t have to give injections. Chemeketa Community College offers a one-year certification in Health Information Technology, a two-year associate degree in Health Services Management, and a two-year degree in Medical Transcription. These programs provide training in a variety of areas that support medical professions. These fields provide secure jobs in which individuals are valued more than computers.

Combining small, supportive classes, real-world experience and top-of-the-line instruction, Chemeketa grads stay at the top of hiring lists. Free, postgraduate placement services are available for all students and graduates.

Many Health Service Management classes are accepted at 2-year and 4-year colleges across the state.

Degrees in these fields can lead to careers in the following settings:

• Hospitals
• Doctors' offices
• Long-term care facilities
• Government agencies
• Insurance companies

Health services curriculum includes online and traditional classes in:

• Medical terminology
• Medical law and ethics
• Medical records
• Medical reception
• Computer software for doctors' office
• Health care data
• Health care systems
• Health care management
• Medical insurance
• Medical coding (ICD and CPT)
• Practical experience in a health care setting