The Associate of Applied Science in Health Administration will prepare you for a role in managing healthcare systems effectively and efficiently. You will learn about the current legal and ethical standards in healthcare and will be introduced to the role and function of a healthcare manager in a variety of healthcare settings. You also will study the factors affecting healthcare management, including government policies, human resource and material management, and capital investment.
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Program Requirements
The program requires the completion of 60 credits, comprised of a required set of core courses (32 credits) and required courses (28 credits).
Students, in close consultation with their adviser, select Math 1 and Math II or one of the following other courses based on a math placement assessment:
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:
Manage health care programs effectively and efficiently.
Explain the role and function of the healthcare manager in a variety of healthcare settings.
Examine the major forces affecting healthcare management, including government policies, human resource and material management, and capital investment.
Identify the current legal and ethical standards in healthcare.