HS 420: Advanced Health Informatics at Purdue Global University is an online course that provides students with an in-depth understanding of the field of health informatics. The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- The fundamentals of health informatics and its role in the healthcare system
- Electronic health records (EHRs) and other health information technologies
- Data management and analytics in healthcare
- Interoperability and information sharing
- Clinical decision support systems and artificial intelligence in healthcare
- Privacy, security, and ethical considerations in health informatics
Students in HS 420 will learn how to use health informatics tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare delivery. They will also develop the skills they need to evaluate and implement new health information technologies, and to manage health data effectively.
The course is designed for students who are interested in a career in health informatics, as well as for healthcare professionals who want to learn more about how to use technology to improve their practice.
Here are some of the specific topics that are covered in HS 420:
- Introduction to health informatics
- Electronic health records
- Health information exchange
- Personal health records
- Clinical decision support systems
- Artificial intelligence in healthcare
- Telemedicine
- Mobile health
- Public health informatics
- Health informatics research methods
- Ethical considerations in health informatics
HS 420 is a challenging but rewarding course. Students who successfully complete the course will have a deep understanding of the field of health informatics and the skills they need to succeed in this rapidly growing field.
