John Robbins, interim president and chief executive officer of the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care, said that AFMC is pleased to offer Health IT Certification’s online approach to quickly train staff and physician practice personnel in HIT, HIE and EHR.  He also noted that AFMC’s past experience with this program has been positive and effective. “Our staff members who have taken these courses in the past found them to be very beneficial,” Robbins said. “We look forward to working together with Health IT Certification to provide this affordable training opportunity."

Several RECs have indicated a strong interest in taking advantage of the "boots on the ground" readiness of these existing, high quality online courses and the low price point. CPHIT and/or CPEHR certified professional have indicated the extreme relevance of these courses to the RECs' education needs. The fact that they are offered online makes it very attractive for meeting the needs of the RECs in training large numbers of people. The discounted price offers RECs an opportunity to cost effectively deliver this nationally recognized training program to their local communities online at a very cost effective price point.

More than 2,000 individuals have taken advantage of HITC training since 2005. About 15 percent of the attendees have been physicians. More than half of quality improvement organizations have sent staff to this training under the DOQ-IT program and in anticipation of ramping up for REC work.

IN-HOUSE PROGRAMS

In-house programs on-site are also available. For additional information on Health IT Certification and this special program, refer to www.healthitcertification.com or contact Monica B. Cunningham, Vice President of Marketing at mcunningham@healthitcertification.com.

For general registration information about Health IT Certification: Call toll-free (888) 599-4583, send e-mail to registration@HealthITCertification.com, or visit the Health IT Certification website at www.healthitcertification.com/regonsite.html.

BECOME A HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL:

Today's EHR, HIE and HIT applications are focused on the core business of health care: providing information and decision support for clinicians at the point of care. Such clinical transformation requires new knowledge and skills for all stakeholders. Whether you are a practice administrator, information technology steering committee member, information systems analyst, or clinician evaluating electronic prescribing systems, clinical messaging, electronic health records, or any of the myriad of other options - making the right decisions can be a daunting task. The government estimates that there is a need for 50,000 additional healthcare IT personnel to staff these initiatives.

Health IT Certification provides professional training and certification for those responsible for planning, selecting, implementing, and managing Electronic Health Records (EHR), Health Information Exchange (HIE), and other Health Information Technology (HIT). Professional certification will enhance your career opportunities in the fast growing field of healthcare technology. More than 700 individuals have achieved CPEHR, CPHIT and/or CPHIT.

THE NEW CPEHR, CPHIE, AND CPHIT CURRICULUM:

Health IT Certification is pleased to announce a revision of the curriculum to reflect ARRA/HITECH, breach notification and Meaningful Use.

THE CPEHR, CPHIE AND CPHIT CREDENTIALS:

Health IT Certification provides professional training and certification for those responsible for planning, selecting, implementing, and managing Electronic Health Records (EHR), Health Information Exchange (HIE), and other Health Information Technology (HIT).

The designation of Certified Professional in Health Information Technology (CPHIT) indicates that the holder has mastered the Common Body of Knowledge covering planning, selecting, implementing, using, and managing Health Information Technology (HIT). In addition to the four Core content courses, CPHIT includes six courses designed to prepare the individual to plan, select, and implement HIT. It is designed primarily for individuals responsible for HIT (including EHR) planning and selection.

The designation of Certified Professional in Electronic Health Records (CPEHR) indicates that the holder has mastered the Common Body of Knowledge covering planning, implementation, operation of EHR for knowledge management, quality improvement, e-prescribing and patient safety. The CPEHR curriculum addresses strategies to make the most of an EHR investment, enhancing capabilities, using new technologies, and building value. In addition to the Core content, six courses are offered that address the advanced ongoing management and use of EHR applications in provider organizations. It is designed primarily for individuals responsible for EHR ongoing operations, enhancements and advanced utilization.

The designation of Certified Professional in Health Information Exchange (CPHIE) indicates that the holder has mastered the Common Body of Knowledge covering planning, governance, information architecture and stewardship, personal health records, telehealth and home monitoring and other exchanges of electronic information among organizations. It is designed primarily for individuals responsible for managing RHIOs, HIEs, and similar electronic information exchange organizations, as well as users/participants of these information exchanges.

HEALTH IT CERTIFICATION TRAINING FACULTY:

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DISTINGUISHED ADVISORY BOARD:

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FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

Call toll-free (888) 599-4583, send e-mail to registration@HealthITCertification.com, or visit the Health IT Certification website at www.healthitcertification.com/regonsite.html.