Expanding pathways into informatics. Strengthening the healthcare workforce.
The American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) has partnered with USF Health to deliver a fully online Health Informatics Microcredential that supports one of healthcare's most urgent priorities: preparing a workforce capable of leveraging data, technology, and information to improve care.
Demand for informatics competencies continues to accelerate across the healthcare ecosystem. Yet many professionals lack accessible, credible entry points into the discipline. This microcredential helps close that gap by providing rigorous, foundational education designed for today's evolving roles.
Grounded in AMIA's vision for a stronger, more prepared informatics workforce, the program creates a practical pathway for professionals seeking to build literacy, expand skills, and contribute more effectively in digitally enabled environments. Informatics has evolved from a specialized discipline to a foundational capability required across modern healthcare organizations.
About AMIA's Role
As the professional home for informatics, AMIA helps define the competencies, standards, and educational pathways that prepare professionals to use information and technology to improve health. Programs developed in collaboration with AMIA reflect the expectations of a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape and the needs of a modern workforce.
Designed for the Modern Healthcare Professional
This microcredential is ideal for:
- Professionals seeking to enter the informatics field
- Clinicians building digital fluency
- Emerging leaders preparing for technology-enabled care models
- Career changers pursuing high-impact roles
- Individuals working adjacent to informatics who want formal grounding in the discipline
No prior training is required.
Education That Meets Workforce Needs
Participants develop competencies aligned with the realities of modern healthcare, including:
- Core informatics principles
- Health data and information systems
- Data-informed decision-making
- Digital transformation in care delivery
- Interprofessional collaboration
These capabilities are increasingly essential as healthcare organizations modernize infrastructure, adopt advanced technologies, and prioritize data-driven care.
Tuition and Member Preferred Pricing
AMIA members receive preferred pricing for the Health Informatics Microcredential, reinforcing the value of professional connection while advancing critical workforce skills.
- AMIA Members receive a 10% discount on the Full Program*
- Non-Member Rate: $1,200 per course & $4,800 for program
*After you begin your enrollment, the student success team will contact you directly and verify your discount.
As the professional home for informatics, AMIA supports individuals at every stage of their career, including those entering the field for the first time. Pairing this microcredential with AMIA's complimentary digital membership establishes an early connection to the professional community, resources, and pathways that support long-term growth.
For organizational leaders, this program offers a trusted, academically grounded approach to developing informatics capability across teams while serving as a gateway to AMIA's broader educational ecosystem. As healthcare becomes increasingly data-driven and technology-enabled, foundational informatics literacy is no longer optional - it is essential to operational effectiveness, care quality, and future readiness.
Learn more about AMIA's Digital Membership.
Experience the Program
Explore a complimentary module to experience the curriculum, learning platform, and expectations before enrolling.
Access the complimentary preview.
Take the Next Step
This microcredential can serve as a foundation for continued professional development through AMIA's advanced education and certification pathways. Position yourself for opportunity in one of healthcare's fastest-evolving professions while building skills aligned with workforce demand.