Why Study Allied Health at IU Southeast?

Allied health professionals are health care practitioners with formal education and clinical training who are credentialed through certification, registration and/or licensure. They collaborate with physicians and other members of the health care team to deliver high quality patient care services for the identification, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disabilities and disorders.

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Definition (as defined by the Health Professions Network website): Allied health professionals are health care practitioners with formal education and clinical training who are credentialed through certification, registration and/or licensure. They collaborate with physicians and other members of the health care team to deliver high quality patient care services for the identification, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disabilities and disorders.

Certificate in Medical Transcription

The Medical Transcription Certificate is 16 credit hours of class plus clinical application hours. Students are trained to transcribe medical, surgical, radiology and pathology reports dictated by physicians.

Certificate in Coding Specialist

Students take 18 credit hours of class study, plus two clinical application hours. Students are trained using ICD-9-CM and CPT in health care settings. With work experience, students will be ready to take the AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist Examination.

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Clinical laboratory science is aimed at quality performance of clinical laboratory procedures on biological samples from patients. The results of these procedures provide important patient data that aid the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

The clinical laboratory science curriculum offered at IU Southeast provides a broadly based background including specific chemistry, mathematics, and biological science requirements, as well as the opportunity to elect courses from the liberal arts. The curriculum of the clinical laboratory science program is fully accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation.

Other Pre-Allied Health Science Degree Programs

Students interested in degrees in allied health science fields can take courses toward those degrees at IU Southeast. Students generally can take one to three years at IU Southeast and then must complete their degrees at another institution, such as the Indiana University Medical Center at Indianapolis. Many such students will be only a few courses short of an A.A. in biology.

Any student who is interested in allied health science programs should contact the dean of the School of Natural Sciences for the most current information about the availability of courses and programs and the requirements for completing degrees.

The following are some programs which students may begin at IU Southeast:

  • A.S. Health Information Technology – IUPUI
  • A.S. Paramedic Science – IUPUI
  • A.S. Radiography – IUPUI & JCC
  • A.S. Nuclear Medicine Technology – JCC
  • A.S. Occupational Therapy Assistance – JCC
  • A.S. Physical Therapist Assistance – JCC
  • A.S. Respiratory Care – JCC
  • B.S. Cytotechnology – IUPUI
  • B.S. Health Information Administration – IUPUI
  • B.S. M.S. Health Sciences Education – IUPUI
  • B.S. Medical Imaging Technology – IUPUI
  • B.S. Nuclear Medicine Technology – IUPUI
  • B.S. Radiation Therapy – IUPUI
  • B.S. Respiratory Therapy – IUPUI & Bellarmine University
  • M.S. Occupational Therapy – IUPUI
  • D.P.T. Physical Therapy – IUPUI & Bellarmine University

Students interested in occupational therapy must ultimately earn a master’s degree, while those interested in physical therapy must ultimately earn a doctorate in that field. Contact the School of Natural Sciences for information about preprofessional preparation at the bachelor’s level.

Recommended Preparation for Medical Coding and Medical Transcription

  • Office skills
  • Computer skills
  • Writing
  • Mathematics including algebra
  • General biology
  • Introduction to chemistry, physiology

Pre-Allied Health Science Degrees at IU Southeast

One to three years of study are available at IU Southeast for the following Pre-Allied Health Science Degrees:

  • A.S. Health Information Technology – IUPUI
  • A.S. Paramedic Science – IUPUI
  • A.S. Radiography – IUPUI & JCC
  • A.S. Nuclear Medicine Technology – JCC
  • A.S. Occupational Therapy Assistance – JCC
  • A.S. Physical Therapist Assistance – JCC
  • A.S. Respiratory Care – JCC
  • B.S. Cytotechnology – IUPUI
  • B.S. Health Information Administration – IUPUI
  • B.S. M.S. Health Sciences Education – IUPUI
  • B.S. Medical Imaging Technology – IUPUI
  • B.S. Nuclear Medicine Technology – IUPUI
  • B.S. Radiation Therapy – IUPUI
  • B.S. Respiratory Therapy – IUPUI & Bellarmine University
  • M.S. Occupational Therapy – IUPUI
  • D.P.T. Physical Therapy – IUPUI & Bellarmine University

Please see the Joint Online Advisor's Academic Handbook for health related programs (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) in the IU School of Medicine Health Professions Programs, IU School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and IUSchool of Informatics.

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Health information is one of the 20 fastest-growing occupations. Demand should remain high. Entry level salaries range between 20,000 and $30,000. Based on your initiative, you can earn more.

  • Health Data Analyst
  • Insurance Claims Analyst
  • Records Technician
  • Clinical Coding Specialist
  • Physician Practice Manager
  • Patient Information Coordinator

Health care changes will present more opportunities.

Please see the Joint Online Advisor's Academic Handbook for health related programs (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) in the IU School of Medicine Health Professions Programs, IU School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and IUSchool of Informatics

AHLT C150 Body Structure and Function (3 cr.)

Introduction to the basic structures and functions of the human body; fundamental anatomic terminology; relationships of clinical laboratory to diagnosis.

AHLT M101 Introduction to Health Records (5 cr.)

(Formerly MRS I) Organization of the health care industry; systems and processes for collecting, maintaining and disseminating health-related information.

AHLT M102 Clinical Experience I (2-4 cr.)

Clinical assessment in systems and processes for collecting, maintaining, and disseminating health-related information; development of professional attitude for interacting with consumers and other professions in the health care industry.

AHLT M107 Computer Applications in Health Information Technology (2-3 cr.)

Overview of microcomputers; introduction to software and hardware commonly used in automated medical record service departments. Includes instruction in medical transcription and word processing, spreadsheet, master patient index, correspondence management, record location, deficiency entry, and statistical software. Emphasis on independent use of equipment.

AHLT M109 Medical Transcription/Word Processing (2 cr.)

Practice in transcription and word processing of medical reports and correspondence related to the medical record. Emphasis on understanding, speed, and skills in use of transcription, dictation, and word processing equipment.

AHLT M120 Health Statistics (2 cr.)

Study of the sources and uses of health data; computation of rates and percentages; vital records registration and reporting; and data reporting and display.

AHLT M190 Coding I (3 cr.)

The study of ICD-9-CM coding and classifications principles; and CPT coding principles as used in acute ambulatory and long-term care facilities.

AHLT M191 Coding II (3 cr.)

Advanced principles of the ICD-9-CM classification system; optimization; DRG's sequencing, reimbursement; application of CPT coding principles in acute and ambulatory settings.

AHLT M195 Medical Terminology (3 cr.)

The study of the language of medicine, including word construction, definitions, spelling, and abbreviations; emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills.

AHLT R200 Pathology (3 cr.)

A survey of the changes that occur in the diseased state to include general concepts of disease, causes of disease, clinical symptoms and treatment, and diseases that affect specific body systems.

 

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Sandra Johnson
Senior Lecturer of Biology
sanljohn@ius.edu
Phone: (812) 941-2078
Office Location: LF 302
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Michele Zimmerman
Senior Lecturer of Biology
Coordinator of Allied Health Programs
micrzimm@ius.edu
Phone: (812) 941-2192
Office Location: LF 324
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Harrison County Hospital Fund

Estimated Amount: up to $1000

Criteria: Undergraduate nursing, allied health or other health related field students who are in good academic standing. School and community involvement. Preference given to Meade, Crawford and Harrison County residents. Need, as determined by theFAFSA, may be considered but will not be the determining factor.

Renewal Criteria: Must reapply

Applicant Contact: Division of Nursing

Clark Memorial Hospital

Estimated Amount: Varies

Criteria: Students pursing careers in nursing, allied or other health care fields; signed agreement to work at Clark Memorial Hospital; Based on academic merit, school and community involvement; financial needs considered, as measured by FAFSA, but not determining factor. For tuition, fees and books only.

Requirement(s):
IU Southeast Scholarship Application

Renewal Criteria: Must reapply

Applicant Contact: Division of Nursing

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