Description
Course Name: Professional Diploma in Health Records Management
Course Id: PDHRM/Q1001
Eligibility: 10+2(higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: The Professional Diploma in Health Records Management is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills required to systematically manage patient health information and medical records in healthcare organizations. The course focuses on accurate documentation, record organization, data security, healthcare coding basics, and compliance with medical and legal standards.
Duration: Six Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 120 minutes.
No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Module 1: Fundamentals of Health Records Management: Introduction to Health Records Management, Healthcare Delivery Systems Overview, Types of Health Records, Medical Terminology Fundamentals, Anatomy and Physiology Basics, Roles and Responsibilities of Health Records Professionals, Healthcare Ethics and Professional Conduct, Patient Confidentiality Principles, Documentation Standards, Career Opportunities in Health Records Management
Module 2: Medical Documentation and Record Maintenance: Patient Registration and Admission Records, Clinical Documentation Standards, Medical History Documentation, Progress Notes and Discharge Summaries, Diagnostic Reports Management, Laboratory and Radiology Records, Surgical and Procedure Documentation, Record Filing and Indexing Systems, Record Retention and Archiving, Documentation Quality Assurance
Module 3: Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Health Information Systems: Introduction to Electronic Health Records (EHR), Health Information Management Systems, Digital Patient Record Management, Electronic Document Management, Clinical Data Entry Standards, Data Accuracy and Validation, Health Information Exchange (HIE) Basics, Medical Coding and Billing Overview, Healthcare Information Technology Applications, Cybersecurity for Health Records
Module 4: Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Compliance: Healthcare Laws and Regulations, Medical Record Privacy and Confidentiality, Data Protection and Information Security, Consent and Authorization Management, Record Access and Disclosure Procedures, Risk Management in Health Information, Medical Record Auditing, Quality Control and Compliance Monitoring, Healthcare Accreditation Standards, Professional Ethics in Health Information Management
Module 5: Health Records Administration and Quality Management: Health Records Department Operations, Record Retrieval and Tracking Systems, Inventory and File Management, Patient Information Services, Healthcare Communication Skills, Performance Measurement and Reporting, Quality Improvement in Health Records, Hospital Information System Coordination, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning, Leadership and Team Coordination
Module 6: Advanced Health Information Management and Professional Development: Health Data Analytics Fundamentals, Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI), Healthcare Reporting and Statistics, Digital Transformation in Health Information Management, Artificial Intelligence in Health Records, Telehealth Documentation Management, Emerging Trends in Health Information Management, Research and Evidence-Based Documentation, Professional Development and Certification Preparation, Capstone Project in Health Records Management
Job Opportunities after Professional Diploma in Health Records Management
Graduates of this program gain expertise in medical record systems, patient data management, healthcare documentation, health information systems, coding basics, and regulatory compliance, preparing them for diverse roles across hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, and healthcare IT organizations.
Key Career Options: Health Records Officer, Medical Records Executive, Health Information Technician, Patient Data Management Executive, Hospital Records Assistant, Clinical Documentation Assistant, Health Data Entry Specialist, Medical Records Coordinator, Healthcare Documentation Executive, Records Management Officer (Healthcare), Hospital Information System Assistant, Health Information Assistant, Medical Coding Support Executive, Healthcare Data Analyst (Junior Level), Patient Records Coordinator.
Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹2.5–5 LPA
Mid-level: ₹5–10 LPA
Senior-level: ₹10–18+ LPA
Industries Hiring Graduates: Hospitals, Healthcare BPOs, Diagnostic Centers, Insurance Companies (Health Division), Healthcare IT Companies, Medical Colleges, Rehabilitation Centers, Public Health Departments, Clinical Research Organizations.
Skills Developed: Medical documentation, health records management, data accuracy, healthcare software usage, confidentiality practices, medical terminology basics, compliance awareness, organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Graduates can progress to senior health information management roles, healthcare data governance positions, hospital administration careers, or clinical documentation leadership roles, with further growth through certifications in health information management, medical coding, healthcare IT systems, and hospital administration.
