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Associate of Applied Science in Health Care Administration (Degree Completion)
The Associate of Applied Science in Health Care Administration online degree program at Pima Medical Institute is designed as an online associate degree completion program. Learning online gives you the flexibility to continue your education while you gain valuable job experience in your field. The program offers a general overview of the business, administrative and organizational activities of health care. You will sharpen your management skills by studying psychology, business communications, management, finance, economics and computer applications through the specific courses required for this degree. Graduates gain a cutting edge advantage by learning the essential business functions of a medical office or health services organization.To enroll in the program, students must have completed 27 credits with a grade of C or better (12 credits in HCA). Medical Administrative Assistant graduates who have worked in their field for a minimum of 1,000 hours may qualify with credit for life experience.
Associate of Science - Health Care Administration
The Associate of Science in Health Care Administration is designed to accommodate a variety of students: those without a health care or management background those currently working in the health care field, as well as those currently in leadership/management positions. Students learn to identify key ethical, legal and practical issues related to the day-to-day operations of a healthcare office including privacy, medical records, administration and organization. The program combines real-world business and management skills with specific knowledge of today's expanding field of health care. Graduates of the program are well-suited for entry-level management positions in non-profit, for profit, or voluntary health care organizations.
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San Joaquin Valley College Online San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. |
San Joaquin Valley College was founded in 1977 with one goal in mind, helping individuals build a brighter future on the foundation of a professional education. With career-focused curriculum and hands-on instruction, SJVC has prepared more than 20,000 graduates for success in their chosen careers.
Associate of Science in Administrative Healthcare Management
SJVC's Administrative Health Care Management program provides specialized training for employment in physician offices, medical specialty clinics and hospitals. The curriculum includes medical terminology, computerized office organization, bookkeeping and accounting, records management, professional communications, insurance claims preparation, the professional operations of the healthcare facility and standardized medical coding.You will know you are in the right career if you: enjoy helping others, can maintain confidentiality, appeal to a medical environment, like your work accurate and timely, and can follow strict procedural guidelines. You will learn and gain skills in: medical insurance principles, medical terminology, computer skills & concepts, general psychology, Microsoft® Office software, health care management, medical law & ethics, HIPPAA regulations, human relations, and medical office billing & records software. Graduates are eligible for certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) after one year of practice in the field. Graduates also earn Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Certification, and are eligible to take several national certification and credentialing examinations including the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) exam.Earn your Certificate in just 8 months or go on to finish your Associate of Science Degree in Administrative Healthcare Management - the choice is yours. The first academic year focuses on the specific career skills employers demand. The second academic year provides general education courses tailored to your chosen career field, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Staff Services Management
A National American University online education is a great fit for busy adults. Our philosophy has earned us the distinction of being a "Top 25 Best Buy" in regionally accredited online programs by geteducated.com.
The Medical Staff Services Management (MSSM) degree is designed to
prepare graduates to work in a hospital or health care facility as a
credentialing expert. A certified MSSM is qualified to become an
integral part of health care administration that would be responsible
for: managing compliance, operations management (staffing, budgets, database administration, etc.), adherence to government bylaws, credentialing
of staff, , continuing education, and upholding
organizational policies, procedures, and regulations. The coursework for
the MSSM program helps prepare you for the Certified Professional in
Medical Services Management or the Certified Professional Credentialing
Specialist examinations which are recognized as the standard in the
medical services profession and are a symbol of excellence within the
industry. Earning these credentials signifies that an individual has
demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in
today's complex medical credentialing environment. With prior work, you can earn your degree in as little as 12 months.
Associate of Science - Healthcare Reimbursement
The focus of the Associate of Science - Healthcare Reimbursement online degree program is on the fundamentals of medical office protocol with specialized training in the areas you will need for a job in this growing field. As a Virginia College student, you'll learn the fundamentals of medical office protocol and get specialized training in Health Care Financing Administration Common Procedural Coding System (HCPCS), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and International Classification of Diseases (ICD). You'll be prepared for entry-level positions in the medical field related to reimbursement procedures. In addition to your classroom experiences, you will also serve an externship for on-the-job training. You'll be supervised by a physician, nurse, or health services professional and learn the billing and coding process from the working perspective.
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration HCA
The comprehensive 16-month program, Associate of Arts Degree in Health Care Administration teaches health care administration and offers students a general introduction to a wide array of health care concepts. This degree program includes a general education component. The curriculum includes basic computer operations and applications. Courses include data base management systems; an introduction to health care administration; an intro to computers & computer applications; medical terminology, medical records, and health insurance; critical thinking and success strategies in health care; health care communications; health care organizations; health care economics; an introduction to health care accounting; health care finance; an introduction to health care information systems; an introduction to health care and business law; diversity and cultures in health care; and health care marketing and customer service. 60 semester units are required to complete this degree program.
Associate of Science in Health Care Administration
The Associate of Science Degree in Health Care Administration at Iowa Central has been developed to provide students entering and those currently in field advancement opportunities within the health science and related fields. Graduates will be able to cover a variety of tasks with this program since the coursework is diverse depending upon the size of the facility. Courses will cover materials including: Health Care, Aging Population, and Business courses such as Management, Accounting, and Economics. Graduates of the program will establish careers as managers in the health profession which include Clinics, Health Care Organizations, Consulting Firms, Hospitals, and Nursing homes. Individuals will plan, supervise, and direct the delivery of healthcare. This program consists of sixty-six (66) semester hours (two year program).
Associate of Arts in Business Administration (AABA) - Healthcare Administration
The AIU Online Associate of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Administration combines real-world business skills with specific knowledge of today's expanding field of healthcare management. Students learn to identify key ethical, theoretical, and practical issues related to medical records. Discussion of ethical, legislative, and regulatory issues relative to the day-to-day operations of a medical or allied health office is also included in this up-to-date, real-world curriculum.They learn how to perform essential clerical and organizational tasks within a healthcare office. AIU Online's course delivery system incorporates Flash® technology and rich, interactive multimedia to make this program one of the most sophisticated online degree programs in the online education industry. AIU Online's accelerated AABA program can be completed fast. This curriculum has been carefully designed to provide a seamless transition into AIU Online's Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management degree completion program.
Associate of Business Administration - Healthcare Administration
Develop the foundation you need to pursue this in-demand career field. The ABA in Healthcare Administration prepares students for administrative and supervisory positions in the healthcare field. The areas of study provide students with an overall understanding of management tasks, functions and organizations along with understanding management issues in the healthcare industry.The Associate of Business Administration (ABA) degree focuses on the core competencies found most relevant to real-world management problems and actual business situations. The online associate degree programs offered by Ivy Bridge College—through Tiffin University—reflect the diverse academic needs and professional ambitions of many types of students. You will have a firm grasp of the academic theory and practical business skills needed for long-term career success whether you choose to continue your educational journey or decide to embark on your career right away, by graduating with an ABA in Healthcare Administration from Ivy Bridge.
Associate of Science in Health Care Administration
The Associate of Science Degree in Health Care Administration is a self-paced learning program that may be completed online. Study programs are not structured in semesters, quarters or terms, allowing students to begin their degree programs at any time during the year. Health care administrators are needed in order to run hospital floors, nursing care facilities, clinics, doctor's offices, school nursing programs, and research facilities and they may have to work with board members, the public, and other managers in order to make changes and improvements. Health care administrators need to be patient, be able to oversee meetings, and need to be able to make decisions that will benefit patients, their families, and employees. Students will have to learn to write effectively and learn to work with others. Students will also learn how to manage others, how to use computer networks, how to give presentations, how to create budgets, and how to hire employees and promote others. For a total of 60 semester units of credit, students must satisfy the following course requirements: 10 General Education Courses, 4 Elective Courses6 and Core Courses in Health Care.