The certificate program in health informatics privacy and security combines knowledge of health informatics with a strong foundation in important information security issues. Northeastern’s status as a National Security Agency Center of Excellence for Information Security Education and Research ensures the program is both relevant and of high academic quality.
- Eight-month program
- Five courses, 18 semester hours
Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Core Requirements
A grade of B– or higher is required in all course work.
Code | Title | Hours |
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Required Core | ||
HINF 5101 | Introduction to Health Informatics and Health Information Systems | 3 |
HINF 5102 | Data Management in Healthcare | 3 |
Privacy and Security | ||
CY 5130 | Computer System Security | 4 |
CY 5150 | Network Security Practices | 4 |
CY 5200 | Security Risk Management and Assessment | 4 |
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
18 total semester hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required