HIM-400: Communication & Technologies II at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a three-credit undergraduate course that builds on the knowledge and skills gained in HIM-350: Health Communication & Technologies.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Emerging technologies in health communication: This includes topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) and how they are being used to improve healthcare delivery.
- Health data analytics: This includes topics such as using data to identify trends, improve outcomes, and make better decisions.
- Healthcare social media: This includes topics such as using social media to connect with patients, promote public health campaigns, and build community.
- Healthcare mobile apps: This includes topics such as developing and using mobile apps to improve patient engagement and self-management.
- Ethical and legal considerations in health communication technologies: This includes topics such as privacy, security, and informed consent.
Students in HIM-400 will develop the skills they need to use emerging technologies and data analytics to improve healthcare communication and delivery. They will also learn how to use social media and mobile apps to connect with patients and promote public health.
The course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in health information management (HIM), health communication, healthcare technology, or other fields where knowledge of emerging health communication technologies is essential. It is also a valuable course for students who are considering a career in other health-related fields, such as nursing, medicine, or public health.
