As health systems change, the field has a growing need for professionals who understand how new technology affects patients and medical personnel. Deepen your knowledge of information systems, human-computer interaction and communication methods in a healthcare setting with this online program.
Quick Facts
Rolling Admission Apply Anytime
You Can Start Fall, Spring or Summer
Delivery Option(s) Syracuse Campus, Online
Cost Per Credit Hour $471
Credit Hours 15
Estimated Completion Time 1 year
Overview
You will gain skills that transcend fields through working with faculty in programs such as computer science, communications studies and graphic design. Our program teaches you the skills needed to improve user interaction and communication with health information technology and systems.
While learning to develop programs, tools and ideas that will enhance the exchange of information between people, function and facilities, you will earn the opportunity, alongside clinicians, to help make healthcare more efficient and better serve all constituencies.
Curriculum
Advanced CertificateFlexibility and convenience with online degrees
An online graduate degree provides the flexibility to advance your education while maintaining your professional and personal commitments, offering convenience and accessibility for career enhancement and skill development.
Outcomes
Our program prepares graduates for the growing healthcare market, which needs professionals who understand the psychological, cultural and social changes that come along with adopting new technology. Credits from this program may also be applied towards our human-computer interaction or biomedical and health informatics master’s degrees.
Career Opportunities
- Health information manager
- Systems analyst
- User interface designer
Program Resources
Information Sessions
Learn about our graduate programs through our information sessions today!
Diversity Graduate Fellowship Program
Prospective students may be eligible for an award which includes an annual stipend, in addition to fully-paid tuition for full-time study.
More than 120 Graduate Assistantships Offered
Assistantships provide an opportunity to gain experience through professional work on campus.
$500,000
in total awards given every year to our graduate students
Available at the Syracuse Campus
Oswego's integrated health systems program is also available at the Syracuse Campus, offering you the opportunity to study in your backyard.
Application Requirements
In 500 words or less, describe your personal achievements relating to your academic interests, and detail your educational and professional objectives with reasoning for applying to SUNY Oswego. This statement will help the review team better understand and evaluate your application.
Include a professional resume or curriculum vitae that includes your academic history, professional background and any accomplishments of note. This document should provide details that support your admittance to the program.
Indicate two names with valid email addresses. We will send an email request directly to the references on your behalf. These references should be able to speak to your character, work ethic and abilities.
Prospective students are charged a non-refundable $65 fee for processing the application.
Important: All international transcripts must be verified through a World Education Services (WES) credit evaluation as part of your application.
English Language Proficiency: Submit official TOEFL (79 overall, MBA 83) or IELTS (6.5) scores, unless exempt.
Visa and I-20 Documentation: After acceptance, upload your financial documents and passport copy to receive your Form I-20 for your visa application.
For more details, please visit Application Requirements for International Graduate Students.