Welcome to ADS Academy
ADS Academy is the learning hub of Agnew, Davis, & Siddell Business Services LLC, designed to prepare today’s learners and professionals for tomorrow’s opportunities. Here you’ll find direct access to our courses, along with curated resources that connect you to additional academic programs and skills training. Whether you’re starting your career, advancing in your field, or exploring new directions, ADS Academy equips you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to succeed.
Agnew, Davis, & Siddell Business Services LLC is proud to be an Approved CPD Provider through The CPD Group. This accreditation ensures our training meets international standards for quality, consistency, and professional development.
To learn more about The CPD Group and what CPD accreditation means, visit: https://thecpd.group
Courses
Each course is designed as a skill builder to help you strengthen your practical knowledge and gain confidence in key areas of healthcare and technology. Upon completion, learners earn a digital badge to showcase their achievement and highlight their skills on LinkedIn, résumés, and professional profiles.
This course introduces the fundamentals of medical coding and billing, including ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS systems. Learners will also explore claims processing, reimbursement, and compliance basics, gaining a solid foundation for entry into healthcare coding and billing.
Disclaimer: This course was independently developed by Agnew, Davis, & Siddell Business Services LLC and is not endorsed, sponsored, or affiliated with any healthcare certification or credentialing body.
Explore the fundamentals of health information management, including medical records, coding, privacy and security (HIPAA), and data governance. Ideal for those new to the field, this course provides a practical foundation for careers in HIM and health informatics.
This course introduces healthcare and IT professionals to the foundations of health informatics. Learners will explore key systems and tools, understand how informatics improves patient care and efficiency, and discover education and certification pathways into the field. By the end, participants will have a clear roadmap for navigating and contributing to this evolving profession.
Learn practical strategies to analyze information, construct strong arguments, and solve complex problems. This course builds skills for academic success such as reading critically, evaluating evidence, and communicating ideas clearly in essays, discussions, and exams.
This course introduces healthcare and IT professionals to essential cybersecurity practices, focusing on HIPAA, ransomware, and data privacy. Learners will gain practical strategies to protect patient information, respond to threats, and support a culture of compliance in healthcare settings.
Gain essential project management skills tailored to healthcare settings—project planning, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and quality control. Learn how to lead projects that improve clinical workflows, technology implementations, and patient outcomes.
Discover how to design effective prompts and workflows for AI tools used in clinical and administrative settings. Students will learn prompt-engineering basics, real-world use cases, and ethical considerations to safely apply AI for improved patient care and operational efficiency.
Learn how to apply Lean Six Sigma principles to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance patient outcomes. This course introduces the evolution of Lean Six Sigma, explains belt levels from White to Black, and explores practical applications across clinical, administrative, and technical settings. Gain the tools to drive quality and efficiency in today’s healthcare environment.
This course introduces health information management professionals to ambient, generative, and agentic AI, highlighting how these tools enhance workflows without replacing human expertise. Participants will explore AI’s impact on data management and patient care while gaining practical skills to integrate AI into daily practice.
Step confidently into the classroom with this dynamic course designed for professionals moving from industry to education. You’ll uncover the art and science of teaching, from understanding diverse learners and designing assessments to building competency-based learning experiences. Explore how technology and experiential strategies can bring lessons to life, while mastering performance standards that prepare students for today’s healthcare challenges. By the end, you’ll have the tools, confidence, and vision to transform your professional expertise into powerful teaching that inspires the next generation of health leaders.
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Step confidently into leadership with this dynamic, self-paced course designed for professionals ready to move from practitioner to strategic leader. You’ll master the art of aligning technology and organizational strategy, apply ethical frameworks to complex decisions, and use data to design and measure high-impact initiatives. Learn practical tools for managing change, communicating with clinical and IT stakeholders, and building cross-disciplinary teams that innovate responsibly. Through real-world assignments and actionable templates, you’ll practice stakeholder mapping, roadmap development, and performance evaluation. By the end, you’ll have the tools, confidence, and strategic vision to lead initiatives that improve patient care, strengthen operations, and shape the future of health informatics and health information management.
Health Information & Technology Roles
Confused by role titles, certification requirements, or what employers are really asking for? This practical, field-tested guide organizes 150+ Health Information & Health IT roles into clear categories (operational vs. emerging), maps the certifications that matter, and supplies ATS-friendly keyword lists and résumé-ready bullets you can use today. Designed for job-seekers, hiring managers, curriculum designers, and workforce planners, the guide helps you identify career pathways, spot skills gaps, and build learning or hiring plans that align to real market needs.
Download the Guide → Health Information & Technology Roles
Disclaimer: This document was created independently by Agnew, Davis, & Siddell Business Services LLC. This information is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content does not represent the official positions of HIMSS, AHIMA, HFMA, or any other professional association. All role descriptions are general in nature and may vary by organization, setting, and job market.
Academic Programs
At ADS Academy, we believe in guiding learners toward credible, high-quality pathways in health information and informatics. To help you explore your next step, we’ve curated direct access to CAHIIM-accredited programs and HIMSS Approved Education Partner (AEP) programs. These institutions meet rigorous standards of academic excellence and industry relevance, ensuring that the education you pursue prepares you with the knowledge, skills, and recognition needed to thrive in today’s health information and technology landscape.
HIMSS AEP Directory- Approved Education Partners (AEP) | HIMSS
CAHIIM Accredited Programs (HIT, HIM, HI, Digital Health)- Program Directory - CAHIIM
AMIA Academic Forum Members- Academic Forum Members | AMIA - American Medical Informatics Association
Skills Inventories
The ADS Academy Skills Inventories outline the key knowledge and abilities associated with leading industry certifications, helping learners and professionals understand how credentials relate to real-world skills.
Disclaimer: These skills inventories were independently created by ADS Academy and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially sanctioned by the certifying bodies.