Health Informatics is one of the fastest growing areas in the health sector. It plays a key role in collecting, storing, organising and most importantly analysing data to benefit patients and healthcare professionals.
Course details
- Distance
Fee Band (N) £495
Programme Description
Various topics are covered in this course including analysing and reporting on health related data and information and promoting good practice in handling information in health settings. With various optional modules including understanding bilingualism in work, planning and managing a project, statistical analysis of data sets, testing the security of information systems, project management software,quality management of digital products and services and many more.
Level 2 Application of Number is included within the induction of this qualification.
The qualification is currently aligned for the following roles, however this in review and additional modules may be added to include additional pathways for those who wish to progress from Level 3. Currently the four career pathways that would benefit from this qualification include:
ICT Support Technician
Assist in the delivery of ICT support. Including resolving IT support calls, performing installations, configurations, relocation and decommissioning of computer hardware and software; fault-finding and rectifying problems; promoting good practice in the use of hardware and software and IT security.
ICT Test Analyst
Develops testing plans, scripts etc; Systems and Integration Testing (SIT), Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), User Assurance Testing (UAT), Regression Testing and Performance. It might also include: hands-on testing to build application expertise and ensure project deadlines are met.
Information Analyst
Provide analytical support to facilitate clinical decision making, service development and performance management. Facilitating data quality; communicating effectively with stakeholders; providing advice and support which might also involve providing education and training to others.
Senior IT Specialist
Develop, maintain and support relevant systems for Infrastructure Support Operations Centre in own area and in accordance with specifications and operational requirements. The Infrastructure Support Operations Centre team are responsible for providing, monitoring, reporting and gathering data.
After successful completion of this course learners will be able to progress in their career within health informatics one of the fastest growing areas in health.