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From the Red Cross to Health IT: Student Says It’s Never Too Late to Advance Your Career

University of Wisconsin health IT student earns an online bachelor's degree in Health Information Management and Technology to advance her career.

What Is Data Governance in Healthcare?

Data governance in healthcare is a framework for managing health data from the moment a patient’s information is first entered in the system until after discharge.

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Is a Health Information Degree Right for You? 7 Popular Paths to HIM and Health IT

Medical coding, HIT associate, nursing bachelor's. Here's how your academic or professional background translates to a health information degree and career.

7 Things You Need to Do to Become a Wellness Coordinator

What are the most important things you can do now to jumpstart your career as a wellness coordinator? Experts share their advice.

HIMT Graduate Q&A: ‘My Capstone Project Was One of the Most Rewarding Experiences!’

Online degrees, capstone projects, coding job searches, favorite courses, RHIA certification. One UW HIMT graduate has advice to share.

How to Write the Perfect Health Information Resume and Cover Letter

Writing a health information resume? Get insider tips on how to craft an HIM or health IT resume that will give you an edge over the competition.

Health and Wellness Degree Helps Grad Land Health Coach Job [Video]

A wellness enthusiast becomes a successful health coach thanks to a degree from UW Health and Wellness Management.

RHIT vs. RHIA Certification: Which Is Right for You?

Thinking about earning a professional HIM credential? It's probably come down to two: RHIT vs. RHIA. What's the difference and which is better for you?

Student Secures Job as an HIM Analyst Working with Oncology EMRs Before Graduation

Find out how a UW HIMT bachelor's degree helped Heather get hired for an oncology EMR analyst position before she finished the program.

Workplace Wellness Trends: Find the Bright Spots

Workplace wellness trends are steering professionals toward more positive approaches to wellness and away from the classic model.

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