1. Getting Involved with CSAs and Networking
Sebrina Campbell- Saint Louis University

2. Component State Associations (CSAs)
What are CSAs?
“Local organizations that provide their members with local access to professional education and networking. CSAs also serve as an important forum for communicating national issues and keeping members informed of regional affairs that affect health information management.”- AHIMA
9/2/2011

3. Component State Associations (CSAs)
Work with current HIM developments on a local level
Communication with Regional associations
Discuss views and opinions with HIM professionals
Host a number of CE events, such as seminars and round table discussions
Hold annual meeting which brings together professionals throughout the state

4. Getting Involved with your CSA
Join as a Student Member
Discounted membership rate
Opportunity to apply for scholarships
Provides tools for education
Student newsletter as well as the most updated information about the association
Networking opportunities
RHIA exam reimbursement

5. Getting Involved with your CSA
Volunteer to serve on a committee or project team
Volunteer to assist at events
Attend annual meeting
Attend Student Academy or Student Meeting
Attend career fairs

6. Networking within your CSA
Why is networking important?
Allows you to establish professional connections and use these connections wisely
Makes you known to your field
Leads to new opportunities
Help develop new ideas for research
Constructive criticism
Sources for letters of recommendation

7. Effective Networking Market yourself Know your resume Be Reflective
Be Open to Growth
Network Deliberately and Informally
Build on Relationships
Follow up is important