Senior Technician in Documentation and Health Administration
Center code (08074082)
Introduction of the Cycle
He Higher Technician Degree in Health Documentation and Administration It enables you to manage, process and organise clinical and healthcare documentation in hospitals, health centres and laboratories. This is a key profile in healthcare administration, with a high demand for jobs.In Forma-t Group We offer you complete training with professionals in the sector, internships in healthcare centres and a flexible itinerary that adapts to your study pace.
General Competencies
This training cycle qualifies you to perform key functions in the management of health documentation. Upon completion, you will be able to:- Organize, store and manage clinical and health documentation.
- Apply the current health regulations in patient data management.
- Encode and process health information for further analysis.
- Manage the archiving and digitization of clinical documents.
- Apply security and confidentiality rules in the management of health information.
Qualification
At the end of the course, students obtain the official title of Higher Technician in Health Documentation and Administration, which allows them to work in documentation units and clinical archive services in health centres, hospitals, clinics and other entities in the health sector.Duration, Schedule and Modality
Duration: 2,000 hours in two academic yearsMode: In person and online (subject to availability)
Schedules: Morning and afternoon shifts
Modules and Subjects
- Patient Management and Clinical Documentation
- Coding of Clinical and Non-Clinical Data
- Patient Care in Health Centers
- Validation and exploitation of health data
- Office Automation and Information Processing
- Clinical Terminology and Pathology
- Administrative Management in Hospitals and Health Centers
- First aid
- Training and Career Guidance
- Training in Workplaces (FCT)
- Synthesis Project
- ICT Workshop: Introduction to Digital Tools
Internships in Centers
Internships take place in hospitals, clinics and health documentation centres, where students apply their knowledge in a real healthcare environment under the supervision of professionals.Scholarships and Funding
To facilitate access to training, we offer different options scholarships and grants:- State Scholarships: grants awarded by the Ministry of Education to students who meet certain academic and financial requirements.
- Regional Grants: Subsidies offered by the autonomous communities to promote vocational training.
- Agreements with financial institutions that offer financing options to cover tuition and other expenses associated with training.
- Forma-t Group's own scholarshipsAt Grupo Forma-t we believe in accessible training for all, offering our students the opportunity to access quality vocational training, without economic circumstances being a barrier. For this reason, we offer various scholarships of our own.
Continuing Education
This training cycle allows you to continue your education and access:- Higher Education Cycles of the health branch
- University degrees related to health management and health
- Specialization courses, which will allow you a higher level of employability and improve your training in specific areas of the dental sector
Testimonials
Career Opportunities
Once titled as Senior Technician in Health Documentation and Administration, you will be able to work in:
- Hospitals and clinics (public and private)
- Health documentation departments
- Research centers and laboratories
- Mutual insurance companies and health insurers
Access
Requirements for Studying Vocational Training
Shortcut:
- Title of Baccalaureate or equivalent
- Title of Intermediate Technician from the same professional family
- Having overcome the university entrance exam for people over 25 years old
Access by test: If you do not meet the above requirements, you can access through a higher grade entrance exam
Validations
Students with professional experience in this sector can validate the training units recognised through our Advice and Recognition Service. They can also be totally or partially exempt from the internship module. In addition, those with previous qualifications can request the corresponding validations provided for by the regulations.
Request information without obligation, our advisory team will help you.
Student Profile
The Advanced Training Cycle in Health Documentation and Administration is aimed at students interested in the management of information and documentation in the health field. This cycle is ideal for those who wish to understand the importance of health administration and how good documentation management can improve the quality of care and efficiency in health services.
It is advisable to have a good level of knowledge in subjects such as biology, administration and information technology, as well as an interest in the functioning of information systems and patient care. Basic knowledge of English is also recommended, since much of the regulations and technical literature is in this language.
Curriculum
Curriculum and Schedule
Title Obtained
Senior Technician in Health Documentation and Administration
Schedules
Timetables designed to combine theoretical training at the educational centre's facilities and practical training at collaborating hospitals and health centres. The in-person modality is the main one, although the centre can offer options tailored to the needs of the students.
Subjects or Modules per Course
- Patient Management and Clinical Documentation
- Coding of Clinical and Non-Clinical Data
- Patient Care in Health Centers
- Validation and exploitation of health data
- Office Automation and Information Processing
- Clinical Terminology and Pathology
- Administrative Management in Hospitals and Health Centers
- First aid
- Training and Career Guidance
- Training in Workplaces (FCT)
- Synthesis Project
- ICT Workshop: Introduction to Digital Tools
School Term
Annual, distributed over two academic years.
Professional Internships
Practical training in professional environments such as hospitals, clinics and health centres in the areas of health documentation and administration. Internships allow students to apply the knowledge acquired in the management of clinical information and documentation in a real environment.
Project Module
Module focused on the integration and practical application of the acquired knowledge, developed in collaboration with hospitals, health centers or other institutions in the health sector.
Competencies / Learning outcomes
Basic Competencies
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the field of health documentation and administration, applying the fundamentals acquired since secondary education and updated with current practices and regulations.
- Professionally apply the knowledge acquired, solving problems and developing solutions in the field of healthcare document and administrative management.
- Gather and interpret relevant data from the field of health documentation to make informed judgments on issues of scientific, social or ethical relevance.
- Communicate information, ideas and solutions related to health information management to specialized (health professionals) and non-specialized (patients and family members) audiences.
- Develop skills that enable students to pursue higher education or specializations related to healthcare management and administration, fostering autonomy and continuous learning.
Specific Competencies
- Document management: Know and apply the fundamentals of the organization and administration of health documentation, ensuring its correct treatment, classification and archiving.
- Data protection: Apply the principles of confidentiality and protection of personal data in the processing of clinical and administrative information, ensuring compliance with current regulations.
- Healthcare organization: Manage and organize healthcare information in different formats, ensuring its accessibility and usefulness in healthcare and administrative processes.
- Health technology: Using computer tools and health information systems to manage, analyze and exploit clinical and administrative data.
- Clinical terminology: Recognize and apply clinical terminology and health coding in the preparation of reports, records and documentation, ensuring their accuracy and diagnostic usefulness.
- Collaborative work: Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, integrating with other professionals in the healthcare sector to optimize administrative and care processes.
- Regulatory compliance: Knowing and applying the legal and ethical regulations related to information management in the healthcare environment, ensuring security and respect for patients' rights.
- Technological innovation: Identify and propose improvements in healthcare documentation and administration processes through the use of new technologies and methodologies.
Transversal Competencies
- Teamwork: Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, respecting the contributions of other professionals and promoting the achievement of common objectives in the healthcare field.
- Effective communication: Transmit information, procedures and conclusions clearly and precisely, both in written reports and oral presentations, adapting to the target audience.
- Continuing education: Maintain a commitment to learning and constant updating in legislative, technological and methodological advances related to healthcare management and administration.
- Professional ethics: Act responsibly, ethically and professionally, respecting legal regulations, data confidentiality, and the rights of patients and users.
Tuition
Tuition
At Forma-t you have the option of enrolling online, through this website, or directly through the advisory team at the Barcelona or Madrid center.
Contact us at info@grupoformat.com and we will guide you so that you can enroll quickly and efficiently.
Contact
If you have any questions or problems during the self-registration period, you can contact us:
- Phone: 93 432 97 97
- E-mail: info@grupoformat.com
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