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HIM 250 Professional Practicum

This is the capstone course for students seeking a degree in health information management. The components of health information analysis, information management, information systems, organization, and supervision are vital focus areas of this work-based experience in a healthcare facility.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: HIM 225

Corequisite

Corequisite: HIM 230 and HIM 231

See Course Syllabus

Course Number and Title:

HIM 250 Professional Practicum

Campus Location

  • Wilmington

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: HIM 225

Co-requisites

Corequisite: HIM 230 and HIM 231

Course Credits and Hours

4 credit(s)

1 lecture hours/week

8 lab hours/week

Course Description

This is the capstone course for students seeking a degree in health information management. The components of health information analysis, information management, information systems, organization, and supervision are vital focus areas of this work-based experience in a healthcare facility.

Additional Materials

Allied Health/Science Department Program Student Policy Manual Health Information Management Program Student Manual Instructor handouts

Required Text(s)

Obtain current textbook information by viewing the campus bookstore - https://www.dtcc.edu/bookstores online or visit a campus bookstore. Check your course schedule for the course number and section.

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Demonstrate professional behaviors that include self-assessment. (CCC 4; PGC 5, 6)
  2. Demonstrate adherence to safety and ethical policies and procedures established by the clinical setting and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). (CCC 2, 4; PGC 5, 6)
  3. Use professional judgement, in collaboration with the clinical site supervisor, in performing assigned tasks. (CCC 1, 2, 3; PGC 6)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Demonstrate professional behaviors that include self-assessment.
    1. Actively seek out learning experiences.
    2. Follow supervisory directions and guidelines and use feedback to improve behavior.
    3. Perform self-assessment of skills, techniques, and behaviors and implement plan for improvement.
    4. Handle professional and/or personal problems so that they do not interfere with performance of duties.
    5. Maintain student/professional boundaries with clinical supervisor, staff, family members, patients, and other individuals encountered during the practicum experience.
  2. Demonstrate adherence to safety and ethical policies and procedures established by the clinical setting and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
    1. Adhere to principles of the AHIMA code of ethics and site-specific policies and procedures.
    2. Demonstrate respect for patients' rights and confidentiality as influenced by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
  3. Use professional judgement, in collaboration with the clinical site supervisor, in performing assigned tasks.
    1. Demonstrate sensitivity for patients, family members, and site personnel regarding personal space and cultural practices.
    2. Comply with site policies, procedures, and instructions.
    3. Complete and submit all assignments on a timely basis.
    4. Maintain a positive attitude toward the site, site personnel, the HIM program, fellow students, and HIM faculty.
    5. Use time management techniques to complete all assigned tasks and responsibilities.
    6. Communicate effectively with the site supervisor, staff, site personnel, fellow students, and HIM faculty.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

In-person participation in classroom activities pertaining to Professional/Clinical site/and certification exam preparation (formative)

 

20%

Preparation of written assignments (Facility Report-15%, Procedure Development-10%, Meeting Minutes (10%), Major Project assigned by Site-15%) (summative)

 

50%

Professional Behavior:  Completion of Time Logs/Attendance-10%, Site Supervisor Evaluation of Student-10% and Student Assessment of Assigned Site-10% (summative)

30%

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Synthesize knowledge of medical sciences, clinical classification systems, vocabularies, and terminologies to effectively use, apply, and interpret health data.
  2. Analyze data to identify trends through the use of health information technologies.
  3. Apply legal, regulatory, privacy, and security standards to employ policies and procedures for health information collection, access, and disclosure.
  4. Synthesize knowledge of health data and payment methodologies to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of revenue cycle processes.
  5. Interpret regulatory, coding, legal, and clinical documentation standards to develop, implement, and evaluate compliance.
  6. Consistently demonstrate leadership through the appropriate interpretation and evaluation of professional behaviors and ethical standards.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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