HEALTH IT CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Health IT Certification Offers Complimentary 69-Page Online Course on the Federal Stimulus Bills Impact on Health Information Technology
Since 2005 Health IT Certification Has Offered Training and Testing for Certified Professional in Health Information Technology (CPHIT) and Certified Professional in Electronic Health Records (CPEHR)
Launched New Certified Professional in Health Information Exchange (CPHIE) in September 2008
Over 600 individuals are currently certified and over 1,400 have taken courses
For more information go to www.HealthITCertification.com
PRESS RELEASEContact: Steven S. Lazarus or Jean Van Horn Phone: 303-488-9911Email: sslazarus@aol.comWebsite: www.HealthITCertification.com
NOW AVAILABLE
A COMPLIMENTARY 69-PAGE COURSE ON THE FEDERAL STIMULUS BILL'SIMPACT ON HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY-- Click here to access the course --

WASHINGTON DC, USA -- HIT/HIPAA UPDATE NEWS SERVICE™ -- MARCH 3, 2009: Health IT Certification, www.HealthITCertification.com, announced today that it is offering a complimentary 69-Page online course on the Stimulus Bills Impact on Health Information Technology.
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.
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.
THE NEW CPEHR, CPHIE, AND CPHIT CURRICULUM:
Health IT Certification is pleased to announce six new courses for its professional certification program and a revision of the curriculum to reflect the specific knowledge needed by advanced users of Health Information Exchange (HIE) to achieve data standards, governance structure, telemedicine and personal health records goals. In addition, the new and updated curriculum reflects changes in the healthcare industry over the last six months.
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:
To view Health IT Certification's Training Faculty click here.
DISTINGUISHED ADVISORY BOARD:
To view Health IT Certification's Advisory Board click here.
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.