Certificate in Health Information Management (CHIM) : Divine Word University

Certificate in Health Information Management (CHIM)

Institution: Divine Word University (DWU)
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Campus: Coronation Campus
Study Mode: Flexible (Blended Learning)
Duration: 1 Year (2 Semesters)

Programme Overview

The Certificate in Health Information Management (CHIM) is designed to equip health workers and related professionals with practical skills to manage, analyse, and use health information to support effective decision-making across Papua New Guinea’s health system.

The programme responds to the growing demand for quality health data to support planning, monitoring, evaluation, and service delivery in hospitals, health centres, government agencies, and non-government organisations.

Programme Objectives

• Strengthen health information management capacity in the health sector
• Improve the quality and use of health data for planning and reporting
• Support evidence-based decision-making in health service delivery
• Build essential technical and analytical skills in health information management

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

• Manage and maintain health information and records accurately
• Collect, analyse, and interpret health data for reporting purposes
• Present health data to support planning and decision-making
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities in health programmes
• Apply ethical standards in handling health information

Programme Highlights

• Builds essential skills in health information management and data-driven decision-making
• Focuses on analysis and interpretation of health information for reporting
• Emphasises practical application in health service delivery
• Designed for working professionals through flexible learning

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Grade 12 Certificate, or
• A qualification in a related field such as health information, medical records, monitoring and evaluation, statistics, ICT, project management, or a related discipline

Work Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years relevant work experience is required.

Study Mode

The programme is delivered through a flexible blended learning approach:

• 2 weeks of residential teaching (on campus)
• 13 weeks of online learning per semester

Study Duration

1 year consisting of 2 semesters.

Fees and Costs

• Application fee: K100 (non-refundable)
• Tuition fee: K3,400 per semester (K1,700 per unit)
• On-campus accommodation and meals: K2,800 per semester (Coronation Campus)

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment as:

• Health Information Officer
• Medical Records Officer
• Health Data or Information Assistant
• Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant
• Health Programme Support Officer

Application Process

1. Obtain the DWU application form from the university website or admissions office.
2. Complete the application form accurately.
3. Attach certified copies of academic certificates and relevant documents.
4. Include a curriculum vitae showing 3–5 years of work experience.
5. Pay the K100 non-refundable application fee and attach proof of payment.
6. Submit the completed application as instructed by Divine Word University.

Enquiries

Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Email: mcfl-fmhs@dwu.ac.pg
Phone: (675) 424 1718
Website: www.dwu.ac.pg