Mirth Connect Online Training

This Mirth Connect Certification training is completely hands-on and developed in a way to help you to become an Mirth Connect specialist.

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COURSE CONTENT
DEMO RECORDINGS
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
CERTIFICATION QUESTIONS
SAMPLE RESUMES
FAQs

All learners who are interested in joining the Mirth Connect training course are welcome. There are no mandatory prerequisites to enroll in this course. However, having the following skills will help you learn Mirth Connect faster and understand real-time healthcare integration concepts more effectively:

Basic understanding of healthcare IT workflows
Fundamental knowledge of HL7 messaging standards (recommended — you can refer to our HL7 training for a strong foundation)
Familiarity with interfaces and data integration concepts
Basic knowledge of XML or JSON
Willingness to learn healthcare interoperability and integration tools
This Mirth Connect online training is designed to support beginners while also adding advanced value for professionals working in HL7 integration and healthcare data exchange projects.
Java script knowledge

Mirth Connect Training Overview

The Mirth Connect Training is for HL7 programmers, interface developers and dedicated Implementers and is designed to provide the skills for the analysis testing, problem tracking and activation of phases of an HL7 project. Attendees will learn HL7 design, trigger concepts, message formatting rules, data types,
enhanced acknowledgement rules, identifiers, and table translation issues. Course work includes
hands-on exercises.
On completion of this course, attendees will have gained a deep understanding of HL7 messaging
processes and practices, with the ability to effectively read, understand, analyse, design, develop,
market and test HL7 messages.

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Mirth Connect Modules

Session 1 – Networking – 30 Mins
Session 2 – 6 – Mirth Integration Engine – 180 Mins
Session 7 – Mirth Connect – Channel Creations – 15 Mins
Session 8 – Mirth Connect – Channel Creations – 15 Mins
Session 9 – XML – E4X – 60 Mins
Session 10 – Mirth Connect – Channel Creations – 60 Mins
Session 11 – Mirth Connect – Channel Creations – 60 Mins
Session 12 – Mirth Connect Filters/Transformers – 60 Mins
Session 13 – Mirth Connect Filters/Transformers – 60 Mins

Networking – Session 1

This session covers details of Networking that comes into play while implementing an HL7 interface
👉 TCP/IP
👉 Folders
👉 SFTP/FTP
👉 Webservices

Mirth Integration Engine – Session 2 – 6

This session examines the details of Mirth Integration Engine Architecture
👉 Session – 2
o Mirth Architecture and Installation
👉 Session – 3
o Mirth Connect Components
▪ Dashboard
▪ Channels Tasks
▪ Alerts
▪ Events
▪ Extensions
▪ Group tasks
👉 Session – 4
o Mirth Connect Components
▪ Summary tab and Source tab
👉 Session – 5
o Mirth Connect Components
▪ Source tab and Destination tab
👉 Session – 6
o Mirth Connect Components
▪ Variables in destination screen
▪ Scripts tab
▪ Message view screen its options
👉 Session – 6 (sub-part)
o Message Forms
▪ Raw, Encoded, Transformed, Sent, Response

Mirth Connect – Channel Creations (Part 1) – Session 7

This session helps you to start building real-time HL7 channels
👉 Creating Channels
o Explanation of scenario
o Folder to Folder – HL7 – pass thru channel with Demo

Mirth Connect – Channel Creations (Part 2) – Session 8

This session helps you to start building real time HL7 channels
👉 Creating Channels
o Explanation of Scenarios
o Folder to TCP/IP – HL7 – pass thru channel with demo
o TCP/IP to Folder – pass thru channel with demo

XML – E4X – Session 9

👉XML and how it is read
👉 Importance of E4X and how navigation works

Mirth Connect – Channel Creations (Part 3)

👉 Creating Channels – Database Reader
o Database reader to a Folder
o Explanation of message builder Transformer
o Construct HL7 using msg builder
o Creating custom segments – Z segments

Mirth Connect – Channel Creations (Part 4)

👉Creating Channels – Database Writer
o Folder to Database writer
o Mapping variables of HL7
o Inserting Data using created variables

Mirth Connect Filters/Transformers (Part 1)

👉Filters
o Rule builder
o External Script
o JavaScript
o Use case scenarios

Mirth Connect Filters/Transformers (Part 2)

👉Transformers
o External script
o JavaScript
o Mapper
o Message Builder
o Use case scenarios
👉 Explanation of Channel Maps

Best Mirth Connect Training Interview Questions

1. What is Mirth Connect and why is it used?

Mirth Connect is an open-source healthcare integration engine used to exchange healthcare data between systems. It supports standards like HL7, FHIR, XML, and JSON, enabling seamless communication between hospital applications.

2. What are Channels in Mirth Connect?

A channel in Mirth Connect defines how data flows from a source system to a destination system. It includes source connectors, destination connectors, filters, transformers, and scripts.

3. What is the difference between Source and Destination connectors?

Source Connector receives messages (e.g., HL7 over TCP/LLP)
Destination Connector sends messages to another system (e.g., database, REST API, file)

4. What are Filters and Transformers in Mirth Connect?

Filters decide whether a message should be processed
Transformers modify message data (e.g., mapping fields, changing values)

5. What scripting language is used in Mirth Connect?

Mirth Connect uses JavaScript for scripting. Scripts can be written in filters, transformers, and destination connectors.

6. How does Mirth Connect handle HL7 messages?

Mirth Connect parses HL7 messages into segments, fields, components, and subcomponents, making it easy to read, transform, and route HL7 data.

7. What is Message Reprocessing in Mirth Connect?

Message reprocessing allows failed messages to be corrected and resent without losing data. This is critical in healthcare environments where data loss is not acceptable.

8. How do you connect Mirth Connect with REST APIs?

Mirth Connect can consume and send data using REST API connectors, supporting JSON and XML payloads. This is commonly used when integrating with FHIR servers.

9. What are Channel Maps and Global Maps?

Channel Map: Stores variables for a specific channel
Global Map: Shares variables across multiple channels

10. How do you secure data in Mirth Connect?

Security is handled using:
SSL/TLS
Authentication
Message encryption
Access control
Healthcare relevance:
Critical for HIPAA-compliant integrations.

11. What is the use of Code Templates?

Code templates allow reusable JavaScript logic across channels, improving maintainability and consistency.

12. What are Common Errors in Mirth Connect?

Connector connection failures
Invalid HL7 message formats
JavaScript errors
Database connection issues
Interview tip:
Explain how you debug using logs and message browser.

13. How do you monitor channels in Mirth Connect?

Using the Dashboard, administrators can monitor message status, errors, and performance metrics.

14. What is the difference between Mirth Connect and an ESB?

Mirth Connect is healthcare-focused, while ESBs are generic integration platforms. Mirth provides built-in support for HL7 and healthcare standards.

15. What job roles require Mirth Connect skills?

Healthcare Integration Engineer
HL7 Interface Analyst
Mirth Connect Developer
Healthcare Application Support Analyst

Mirth Connect Training Certification Questions

1. How does Mirth Connect ensure reliable message delivery in healthcare integrations?

Mirth Connect ensures reliable delivery using message queuing, persistence, and message reprocessing. Messages are stored in the database, allowing retry, correction, and reprocessing in case of failures, which is critical for healthcare systems where data loss is unacceptable.
Certification focus:
Reliability and fault tolerance in healthcare integrations.

2. Explain the complete message lifecycle in a Mirth Connect channel.

A message flows through:
Source Connector
Preprocessing
Filters
Transformers
Destination Connector
Postprocessing
Each stage allows validation, transformation, routing, and error handling.
Why this is tested:
Shows deep understanding of Mirth channel architecture.

3. What is the difference between Channel Maps, Global Maps, and Configuration Maps?

Channel Map: Stores variables only within a channel instance
Global Map: Shares variables across all channels
Configuration Map: Stores persistent configuration values
Certification trap:
Using Global Maps incorrectly can cause data leakage across messages.

4. When should you use Code Templates instead of channel-level scripting?

Code Templates should be used when the same logic is reused across multiple channels. They improve maintainability, standardization, and performance.
Exam insight:
This tests best practices, not syntax knowledge.

5. How does Mirth Connect handle high message volumes?

Mirth Connect handles high volumes through:
Multi-threading
Channel queue configuration
Database indexing
Load-balanced deployments
Real-world relevance:
Large hospitals process millions of HL7 messages daily.

6. What is the role of the Message Browser in troubleshooting?

The Message Browser allows viewing message status, error logs, transformed data, and enables reprocessing failed messages after corrections.
Certification emphasis:
Operational support knowledge.

7. How do you implement secure HL7 transmission in Mirth Connect?

Security is implemented using:
SSL/TLS encryption
Authentication & authorization
IP whitelisting
Secure channels and certificates
Why this matters:
HIPAA compliance is often tested indirectly.

8. What are deployment best practices for Mirth Connect in production?

Best practices include:
Separate DEV, QA, and PROD environments
Regular database backups
Channel versioning
Monitoring & alerting
Certification angle:
System reliability and governance.

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Do I get any Discount on this Training Course?

Yes, for group joining and on special occasions, we will provide assured discounts and benefit to learners.

Do you accept the course fees in Instalments?

Yes, we have easy EMI instalment plans for you.

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Can I attend a free class before joining your course?

Yes, we offer an absolutely free of cost live Demo Session for every leaners.

Will I receive any course material?

Yes, of course, all course materials will be provided online.

Do you take offline classes?

No, we only provide Online training for individual and corporates.

What Our Learners Have to Say

I had no prior experience with Mirth Connect before joining this course. The trainer explained everything clearly and used real project examples, which made learning very easy. I now understand how real healthcare integrations work.

Danielle Fulton (LinkedIn)

The training was practical and well organized. I especially liked the hands-on sessions and real-time scenarios. It helped me gain confidence in working with HL7 messages and Mirth Connect channels.

Myriam Christian (LinkedIn)

What I appreciated most was the trainer’s patience and clarity. All my questions were answered, and the concepts were explained step by step. This course is very useful for anyone starting in healthcare IT

Mukund Kulkarni (LinkedIn)

The sessions were interactive and easy to follow. Real-time examples and exercises helped me understand Mirth Connect much better. I would definitely recommend this training to others. Dickson has a lot of experience in the healthcare domain.

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