Offered by KAIVE
Program Overview
The Health Records and Information Technology (HRIT) program at KAIVE prepares students to become experts in managing, protecting, and analyzing healthcare information — a vital component of modern healthcare systems.
With hospitals and health institutions increasingly shifting to digital record systems, the demand for skilled Health Records Officers and Health Information Technologists has grown significantly. This program blends medical knowledge, information technology, and data management to produce professionals who can efficiently handle patient data, ensure confidentiality, and support healthcare decision-making.
Through a combination of classroom instruction, computer lab practice, and field training, students gain both the technical and ethical competencies needed to manage medical records and health information systems in compliance with global standards.
Program Objectives
By the end of the HRIT program, students will be able to:
- Create, maintain, and retrieve accurate patient health records.
- Manage both paper-based and electronic health information systems.
- Apply IT tools for medical data storage, retrieval, and analysis.
- Ensure patient data security, confidentiality, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Code and classify medical information using international systems such as ICD.
- Support hospital administration with statistical and health data reporting.
- Communicate effectively within healthcare teams and across departments.
- Contribute to evidence-based decision-making and health system improvement.
Key Learning Areas
The curriculum integrates medical sciences, information technology, and management principles, ensuring a strong balance between healthcare and digital systems.
Core Modules Include:
- Introduction to Health Records Management
- Medical Terminology and Anatomy Basics
- Health Information Systems (HIS)
- Health Data Management and Coding (ICD, CPT)
- Computer Applications in Healthcare
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Systems
- Database Management and Health Informatics
- Statistics and Epidemiology for Health Data
- Health Law, Ethics, and Confidentiality
- Medical Office Administration
- Communication Skills for Health Professionals
- Quality Assurance in Health Information
- Research Methods and Report Writing
Practical Training
Students undertake practical sessions and field attachments in:
- Hospitals and clinics (records departments)
- Health insurance and data management organizations
- Public health institutions and ministries
- Research and statistical agencies
During these internships, students learn how to use health information systems, process medical records, manage digital databases, and produce operational and statistical reports that support healthcare management and policy.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the KAIVE Health Records and Information Technology program can work in a wide range of healthcare and data-driven environments, including:
- Health Records Officer / Clerk
- Health Information Technician / Technologist
- Medical Data Analyst
- Health Informatics Assistant
- Records Manager in Hospitals or Clinics
- Insurance Claims Analyst
- Public Health Data Officer
Employment Sectors:
- Hospitals and private healthcare centers
- Health ministries and government health departments
- Insurance and health financing organizations
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and research institutions
- Health information system vendors and tech firms
Why Study at KAIVE?
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Aligned with modern digital health and data management practices.
- Hands-On IT Training: Extensive use of healthcare data systems and software tools.
- Qualified Instructors: Faculty with expertise in health informatics and records management.
- Career Pathways: Prepares students for roles in health administration, public health data, and informatics.
- Progression Opportunities: Graduates can advance to Diploma or Degree programs in Health Information Management, Health Informatics, or Public Health Administration.
Program Duration
- Duration: 2–3 Years
- Mode: Full-Time
- Assessment: Theory exams, practical IT evaluations, fieldwork reports, and final project.
Eligibility Criteria
- Basic computer literacy and interest in healthcare systems preferred.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Award
Upon successful completion, students are awarded a Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology (HRIT) from KAIVE, qualifying them to work in medical records, data management, and health information systems across both public and private healthcare sectors.