Healthland Donates Software to ATCC Healthcare Programs

Students enrolled in the healthcare programs at Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) now have one more tool to enhance their education. In September, Healthland of Glenwood donated and installed Centriq at the college.

Centriq is a comprehensive electronic health records solution designed specifically for rural hospitals. It integrates a hospital’s financial, clinical, and patient information by linking essential information in the healthcare delivery chain and complies with the latest regulatory requirements in the healthcare field. The computer software has a retail value of approximately $500,000.

In addition to donating the software, Healthland completed the installation and is providing training to ATCC instructors. "This donation allows our students to be trained in state-of-the-art medical information technology, giving them the knowledge and confidence to contribute their expertise in all healthcare settings," stated Greg Latterell, ATCC instructor.

The donation was a result of Glenwood Community Day in March. Healthland hosted leaders from education, business, and government to share its commitment to job growth in the area. Latterell and Judy Bertram, also an instructor at ATCC, attended the open house. After reviewing the software program, they voiced their excitement about Centriq and how it would enhance the learning opportunities for students in the medical administration programs at the college. As part of the Healthland Giving Program, the company’s effort to give back to rural communities where clients are located, Healthland donated the software to the college.

"The marriage of industry and education has provided this excellent opportunity for our students to excel in the healthcare field," Latterell concluded.

Author: ATCC Staff

Source: Alexandria Technical & Community College