Introduction to Health Data Queries - XHLT 3100

This course provides an overview of the role of databases in a healthcare environment. Students will be introduced to Structured Query Language (SQL) and will learn and practise interacting with a database, including accessing, inputting, querying, cleaning, and transforming data. All training will be delivered using examples of healthcare-specific data.

This course is part of the following program:

Health Information Management

Additional information

Please note that all coursework is completed independently with no direct instructor support. A program email is available should any assistance be required. 

Please note that it is important that you have access to a computer that does not have an an Apple operating system (i.e. a Mac product) for the last 2 modules of this course. The software used to practice does not work easily on Apple operating systems. 

This microcredential was made possible, in part, by funding from the Government of Alberta.

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Winter Jan. 6 - May 4, 2025

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Open entry/Open exit Online 10750 O01
Spring May 5 - Sep. 1, 2025

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Open entry/Open exit Online 20306 O01

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