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- School Code: 366800
- Phone: (325) 573-8511
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
58%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Health Information and Medical Records Technology Degree
In its most basic form, the Health Information & Medical Records Technology is a field of study focused on the secure exchange of health information using computer systems. Information about a patients health and well-being is often exchanged between a number of stakeholders including the consumer, health care provider, quality monitors, health care payers, and insurance providers. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer health information and medical records technology degrees.
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Wharton County Junior College
6200 College Ave, Snyder, TX
Wharton County Junior College was founded in 1946 in Wharton, Texas. The school operates three satellite campuses in addition to the main campus in Wharton. These campuses are located in Richmond, Sugarland, and Bay City. WCJC offers quality educational opportunities to its service community and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Wharton County Junior College provides residents with low cost education, career assistance, and community development, and is constantly improving course offerings and facilities to meet the needs of students in a constantly changing environment.
Academics
Wharton County Junior College provides degree, certificate and continuing education programs for its community. Certificate and technical degree programs provide training for careers, allowing graduates to begin immediately. Certificate programs tend to be short than degree programs, with degree programs including general education courses as part of the overall curriculum. Academic programs may cover the first two years of a four year education and allow for transfer into a bachelor's program.
Some programs offered include:
- Nursing
- Criminal Justice
- Psychology
- Cosmetology
- Business and Office Administration
- Network Administration
Admissions and Financial Aid
All applications to Wharton County Junior College are handled through Applytexas.org. To begin the application process students must make an account and submit their application online. Interested students should be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Financial aid is available for eligible students on a yearly basis in the form of grants, loans and scholarships. Eligibility is reviewed on yearly basis by WCJC. Students interested in financial aid awards should contact the financial aid office to inquire about eligibility and financial aid options.
Athletics
Wharton County Junior College provides athletic programs at the intercollegiate level. Such programs are offered to encourage students to partake in teamwork, develop discipline, learn to socialize, and to maintain good mental and physical health. The program offerings are limited, but competitive.
Athletic programs offered:
- Volleyball (Women Only)
- Rodeo (Men Only)
- Baseball (Men Only)
Students Enrolled in the Health Information and Medical Records Technology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wharton County Junior College has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 11 |
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 1 |
| Associate's Degree | 10 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 22 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Hispanic | 8 |
| White | 13 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Health Information and Medical Records Technology program at Wharton County Junior College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Medical Records and Health Information Technicians
Description
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Process, maintain, compile, and report patient information for health requirements and standards in a manner consistent with the healthcare industry's numerical coding system.
Career Outlook & Projections (
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According to the BLS, medical records and health information technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.4% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Wharton County Junior College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Wharton County Junior College may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wharton County Junior College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Volleyball
- Rodeo