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The Community College of Allegheny County provides a supportive and transformative learning environment that prepares graduates to meet critical needs in the region’s workforce.

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If you are self-motivated, work well independently, and meet deadlines easily, then our flexible delivery of college courses using the latest technologies can put an associate's degree at your fingertips.

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At CCAC, we believe that life outside the classroom is an important part of your college experience. Each CCAC campus has a variety of activities to enhance your lifestyle – including athletics, cultural events and personal development seminars.

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The CCAC Educational Foundation is the fundraising and benefactor arm of the college. It seeks to create vital connections between the college and the wider community to ensure the ongoing viability of the college.

CCAC professor receives Pennsylvania Health Information Management Association Distinguished Member Award for 2018

Posted: May 24, 2018

Article by: CCAC Public Realations

PITTSBURGH-The Community College of Allegheny County is pleased to announce that Health Information Technology Professor JoAnn Avoli, MEd, RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) has been selected to receive the Pennsylvania Health Information Management Association (PHIMA) Distinguished Member Award for 2018.

Laura Rizzo, director, Pennsylvania Health Information Management Association, stated that Avoli has demonstrated a long, exemplary level of commitment to the Health Information Management (HIM) profession and has served as a role model to others in Pennsylvania and nationwide. She has been a favorite teacher of hundreds of HIM professionals.

"We are proud to honor JoAnn and are happy to show our appreciation for her many contributions to HIM with this award," said Rizzo in a congratulatory letter.

The award was presented to Avoli at the PHIMA Appreciation Luncheon and Annual Conference at Seven Springs Mountain Resort on May 21, 2018.

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