(Please see the Herzing University Undergraduate Program Offerings by Campus chart in the catalog or on the Herzing Website at www.herzing.edu/career-programs/downloads for a list of Herzing campuses offering this program.)
Program Description
This program provides students with a solid foundational understanding of the health care environment and knowledge necessary for entry-level administrative positions in healthcare. Many students enter into this associate’s degree program after having completed a certificate or diploma program in a healthcare discipline. Students who have not completed all the requirements of a healthcare program may complete coursework by taking individual healthcare courses drawn from Herzing University’s healthcare programs.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of their program, the student should be able to:
- Articulate theories and principles of health care management.
- Identify unique characteristics of health care operations and policy.
- Understand implications of privacy and conflict in health care environment.
Potential Occupational Titles
Potential occupational titles for this program include, but are not limited to, health services administrator, department administrative assistant, administrative clerk, and operations assistant.
Program Content
A minimum of 60.00 semester credit hours, including transfer credits, is required for graduation.