Mission
Missouri State University-West Plains empowers students to achieve personal success
and to enrich their local and global communities. As a two-year public institution,
we provide accessible, affordable, and quality educational opportunities.
Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology Mission
The Missouri State – West Plains Health Information Technology department is committed
to student-first focus through an unwavering dedication to provide educational opportunities
by taking an active role in being an advocate for the health care professional by
educating the communities we serve.
Purpose
The Health Information Technology Advisory Board for Health Information Technology
Programs provides recommendations to the University about maintaining, building, and
strengthening the programs offered in this area. Areas include curriculum, industry
recognized credential information, market demand and resources. The ever-changing
requirements of the academic disciplines, community and society will play a strong
role in determining these recommendations.
Frequency
The Advisory Board for Health Information Technology Programs shall meet on an annual
basis unless special circumstances require additional meetings.
Terms
The term of service will consist of one three-year term. Members may be reappointed
for subsequent terms.
Membership
The Advisory Board for Health Information Technology Programs consists of a cross-section
of members from the medical and academic communities to reflect the needs of the area.
Board members will be encouraged to share current and anticipated needs and trends
to provide meaningful input for the purpose of developing the strongest possible programs
from both academic and clinical perspectives.
Faculty Coordinator
The Faculty Coordinator is responsible for scheduling meetings, establishing the agenda,
and maintaining meeting minutes.
Related Faculty/Staff
The following faculty/staff may be called upon to participate in advisory board meetings
and other activities on an as needed basis: