Diploma in Medical Records & Health Information Technology
Affiliation: ICD-NSDC (Healthcare Skill Development Programme)
Mode: Classroom Training + Practical Hospital Documentation + Lab Practice
Programme Overview
The Diploma in Medical Records & Health Information Technology is a specialised healthcare programme designed to train students in the systematic management of patient medical records and healthcare information systems. The course focuses on maintaining accurate medical documentation, handling hospital data, and supporting clinical departments through efficient health information management practices.
This programme plays a critical role in modern healthcare institutions where accurate patient records, confidentiality, and digital health data management are essential for quality care and regulatory compliance.
Course Duration
6 – 12 Months, including:
- Classroom-based theoretical instruction
- Practical training in medical documentation
- Exposure to hospital record systems and healthcare software
Why Choose This Programme?
- High demand in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare institutions
- Focuses on both manual and electronic medical records
- Essential support role in clinical and hospital operations
- Ideal entry point into the healthcare administration sector
- Industry-aligned curriculum as per healthcare standards
Programme Objectives
After completing the programme, learners will be able to:
- Maintain and manage patient medical records accurately
- Handle hospital documentation and health information systems
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations
- Support doctors and clinical teams with organised medical data
- Manage electronic health records (EHR) efficiently
Topics / Syllabus Covered:
Medical Records Management
- Introduction to medical records
- Types of medical records and reports
- Record filing, indexing, and retrieval
Health Information Technology
- Basics of health information systems
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and EHR
- Digital documentation and data security
Hospital & Clinical Documentation
- OPD, IPD, and discharge summaries
- Clinical charts and patient history records
- Medical coding basics
Healthcare Laws & Ethics
- Confidentiality and patient privacy
- Legal aspects of medical records
- Ethical standards in healthcare documentation
Quality & Compliance
- Record auditing and quality control
- Accreditation standards (basic overview)
- Data accuracy and reporting
Practical Training
- Real-time case documentation
- Hospital record management exercises
- Software-based health data handling
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10th / 12th / Graduation (any stream)
- Suitable for students interested in healthcare administration
- No clinical background required
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as:
- Medical Records Technician
- Health Information Executive
- Medical Documentation Assistant
- Hospital Records Officer
- Clinical Data Support Staff
Employment Sectors
- Government & Private Hospitals
- Multi-specialty Clinics
- Diagnostic Centres
- Healthcare Institutions
- Medical Colleges
Key Highlights
- Essential non-clinical role in healthcare delivery
- Strong job relevance in hospitals and healthcare systems
- Focus on accuracy, ethics, and data management
- Suitable for long-term career growth in healthcare administration
ICD – Institute of Career Development,
Housing Board Junction,
Thiruvananthapuram,
Kerala, India
