Core Competencies and Skills
Abstract
Chapter 2 outlines the essential technical and non-technical competencies required for success in health informatics. It presents skill domains such as data analytics, health IT systems, data governance, and clinical decision support, while also highlighting soft skills like communication, project management, and change leadership. Readers are introduced to commonly used tools, programming languages, and standards such as SQL, FHIR, and Tableau. A self-assessment framework helps readers identify areas for professional growth and readiness for diverse informatics roles.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Electronic Health Records Systems
Information Systems Education and Curriculum Development
Competency Development and Evaluation
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Productivity Press eBooks
- Pages
- 9–16
- Publication date
- 12 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter