The Health Services Administration Concentration is designed to prepare individuals who seek specialized education in health services administration.  The flexibility of the program offers students the opportunity to acquire expertise and specialization in line with their interest, needs and career applications in health services administration. All of the upper division courses required to complete this program are available by web based distance learning. 

The program embraces different backgrounds and interests and is appropriate for individuals who wish to gain further interdisciplinary education in health services administration.

Student Outcomes:

Graduates will demonstrate the following entry-level competencies:

• Basic skills and an understanding of the principles, concepts, and processes of health services administration.
• An understanding of the multifaceted roles of health care professionals in an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary environment. 
• An understanding of the social, economic, political, and professional forces that shape the health care delivery system.
• Development of effective and appropriate communication skills.
• An understanding of legal and ethical implications. 
• The application of principles of research and inquiry to investigate problems, demonstrate outcomes, and apply findings to health care settings. 
• An ability to assess needs, develop priorities and implement solutions to problems. 
• An understanding and utilization of technology.

Visit the following sites for information on careers in health administration:

• Careers in Healthcare Management
• U.S. Department of Labor: Medical and Health Services Managers

This is a web based distance learning program. Some courses may be taken on campus if desired.

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