Case Study
FinThrive Learn
Craven Community College Enhances Health Information Education with FinThrive Learn
Business issue
Craven Community College’s Health Information program found that preparing students for real-world healthcare was a challenge because of their reliance on traditional textbooks, creating a gap between theory and practice. The program aimed to boost student preparedness and confidence before clinical settings, ensuring they excel in the competitive job market.
Before FinThrive
Reliance on textbooks limited hands-on learning
Students had limited exposure to realistic healthcare experiences until their final semester clinical placement
Students lacked confidence in applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios
Solution Highlights
Diverse Learning Approaches: Self-paced presentations, voice-over presentations, webinars, games, simulations and infographics, catering to various learning styles and generations
Comprehensive Content Coverage: Extensive Health Information Technology education, exposing students to industry-standard platforms
Real-World Practice: Pre-class lessons allowed for more practical examples and practice during class time
Customer Overview
Craven Community College (Craven CC), established in 1965 in New Bern, NC, is a public two-year institution serving Craven County and beyond. Craven CC offers diverse programs, including Health Information Technology for those pursuing healthcare careers without direct patient interaction.
FinThrive Value
Increased Preparedness
Students were better prepared for clinical settings, bridging the gap between theory and practice
Concierge Support
The FinThrive concierge team optimized the program’s resource use by implementing internal ideas
Time Efficiency
Prepared students allowed for more efficient classroom time, enabling deeper topic exploration and practical exercises
“FinThrive Learn provides students with realistic, hands-on experiences before entering the workforce. Resources like surgical animations and coding simulations help them visualize processes and understand medical records, bridging the gap to ensure they can accurately code real-world scenarios.”
Crystal Smith
HIT Program Director
Revenue management without limits
FinThrive provides smarter, smoother revenue management to 3,250+ healthcare providers in North America, including 37 of the 40 largest hospitals and health systems in the U.S.