University of Phoenix

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The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration focuses on health care organizations, the roles of health care workers, public policy, information technology, financial management, and regulatory and ethical issues of health care. In this degree program, students will examine current strengths, weaknesses and challenges of the U.S. health care system.

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The Health Care Administration concentration with an emphasis on Medical Records lays a foundation for further study in health care at the bachelor's degree level at University of Phoenix. Topics focus on medical terminology related to disease diagnosis and treatment, patient information management and medical claims processing. Software instruction synthesizes a variety of records processes common in medical facilities.

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today's health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills identified as relevant to health care services.

The Emergency Management concentration is designed for EMTs, First Responders, Firefighters, or any other emergency personnel who want to expand their knowledge and skills related to emergency management. Focus will be on principles of emergency management, managing emergency response operations and planning and preparedness of emergency situations. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimums (124 for Kansas) required for completion of the degree.

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today's health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills identified as relevant to health care services.

The Health Information Systems concentration is designed for individuals that want to work with information technology in health care. Focus is on database concepts as well as information network and system design. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimums (124 for Kansas) required for completion of the degree.

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today's health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills identified as relevant to health care services.

The Health Management concentration is designed to expand the students' health care management focus. Courses will include content in leadership theory, the legal and regulatory aspects in health care, facility planning, community health as well as an introduction to health care policy. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimums (124 for Kansas) required for completion of the degree.

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program integrates a foundation of general education and applied sciences with the skills needed in today's health-related settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills identified as relevant to health care services.

The Long Term Care concentration is designed to increase skills that are essential when working with long-term care and geriatric populations. Courses will focus will be on aging, legal issues and perspective, gerontology programs and services, as well as alternative living environments for this population. In addition to the required course of study, students must satisfy General Education and Elective requirements to meet the 120-credit minimums (124 for Kansas) required for completion of the degree.

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The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Health Administration is a dual-degree program designed to provide nurses with a blend of advanced nursing and health care related business skills. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Master of Science in Nursing component addresses nursing theory and advanced practice concepts. The Master of Health Administration component focuses on finance, economics, policy, quality improvement, marketing, and strategic planning. Prospective students should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

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The Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management program is designed to provide nurses with a blend of advanced nursing and business management skills. Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Master of Science in Nursing component of this dual-degree program combines nursing theory with advanced practice concepts. The Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management component emphasizes the identification, analysis, and solution development of complex management problems. Prospective students should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

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The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today's health care industry. Students learn to critically examine and evaluate issues and trends. Incorporating the latest theories and contemporary practice applications, the curriculum provides content in finance, policy, research, technology, quality improvement, economics, marketing, and strategic planning. Prospective students should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

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The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today's health care industry. The Gerontology concentration is designed for health care professionals with diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds. Students gain relevant information related to the physical, mental, and social aspects of gerontology and the process of aging, as well as human services, and economic and legal factors that influence elders. Prospective students should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

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The Master of Health Administration program is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to effectively respond in today's health care industry. The Health Care Education concentration is designed to enable current or potential educators to update or expand their knowledge in curriculum development, assessment, and evaluation, and revitalize their teaching and learning strategies. Prospective students should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

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The Master of Business Administration/Health Care Management program is designed to enhance the management skills students need to function effectively within a health care organization. Students will create and defend their solutions to problems of crisis management, profitable growth opportunities, and change leadership. The MBA/HCM specialization is based upon courses in health care organizations, health care infrastructure, and current issues in health law and ethics. Also addressed are health care concepts and decision models used by managers in today's health care environment. Prospective students should hold a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.