Healthcare Administration
Certificate of Achievement
Program Details
This certificate prepares students for management and leadership roles in health services and related organizations and systems. Students explore key issues facing healthcare delivery and learn strategies for managing effective and efficient operations. The curriculum covers public and private sector healthcare organizations, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, group practices, health maintenance organizations, health insurance and benefits administrations, and public health agencies. Emphasis is placed on organizational dynamics, healthcare policy, and administrative functions across diverse care settings. All courses used to satisfy the major must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. (RG 9734)
Additional Requirements
NoHealthcare Administration Pathways
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Featured Careers
Find your calling. Explore high-earning careers with entry-level data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Doctoral degree, Master's degree
- Job growth: Rising
- Low salary: 46,460
- High salary: 210,530
- Average salary: 97270
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Master's degree, Doctoral degree
- Job growth: Stable
- Low salary: 63,820
- High salary: 212,420
- Average salary: 103960
Education Teachers, Postsecondary
Doctoral degree
- Job growth: Stable
- Low salary: 38,650
- High salary: 126,450
- Average salary: 72090
All Careers in Healthcare Administration (6)
| Medical and Health Services Managers | Bachelor's degree, Master's degree | Rising | 117,960 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities Managers | Associate's degree, High school diploma/GED | Stable | 104,690 |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | Master's degree, Doctoral degree | Stable | 103,960 |
| Business Teachers, Postsecondary | Doctoral degree, Master's degree | Rising | 97,270 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | Doctoral degree | Stable | 72,090 |
| Medical Transcriptionists | Certificate after high school, Some college | Declining | 37,550 |
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Analyze the impact of healthcare administration on healthcare delivery within the community.
- Be prepared for a career in the healthcare industry.
- Describe the value of personal and professional development, health and community service, and life-long learning in healthcare management.
