Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

College Diploma – Health Information Management

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Canada

College / Diploma CA$19,246/yr

Program overview

The Health Information Management program trains professionals to manage, interpret, and translate critical medical information into standardized data to support patient care, health research, education, and resource allocation.

  • Core Focus: Action-based learning combining computer skills and healthcare fundamentals to manage personal health records and data in accordance with national standards.

  • Role & Impact: Transforms raw medical records into high-quality data used by healthcare providers and planners for statistical analysis, strategic planning, and operational decision-making.

  • Job Insights:

    • Canada: Average salary of $70,666/yr (Range: $47K – $104K) | 1,461 jobs advertised (July 2026).

    • Alberta: Average salary of $72,886/yr (Range: $51K – $108K) | 161 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Eligibility & requirements

Academic Background:

  • Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

  • Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

  • Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

  • Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

Additional notes

PGWP Ineligibility: This program is NOT eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The PGWP Program enables graduates to gain Canadian work experience based on fields corresponding to long-term occupational shortages.

IRCC Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students are advised to check eligibility criteria on the official IRCC website.

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