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Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration

Location

Online

Curriculum

60 credit hours

Program Length

2 years

Accreditation

Regionally Accredited by SACSCOC

Your Gateway to Healthcare Management: AA in Healthcare Administration!

Welcome to the Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration program at Columbia International University where your journey into the dynamic world of healthcare management begins. Lay a foundation for success in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. This program provides your launching pad to further education while providing you with a solid understanding of efficient healthcare administration practices. You will have the knowledge and skills you need to excel in healthcare settings. By enrolling in this program, you’ll dive into courses that cover healthcare ethics, finances, policies, and organizational management. This combination ensures that you understand all aspects of healthcare and the administrative required to keep healthcare facilities running smoothly. Whether you aspire to work in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, or healthcare-related administrative roles, our program provides a strong foundation. With a focus on ethical decision-making and faith integration, you will be prepared to manage administrative operations effectively and contribute positively to patient well-being. ×ÔοÊÓƵ’s Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration program opens doors to a promising career that combines your passion for healthcare with effective management expertise.
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Why Choose Columbia International University

Opting for the Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration program at Columbia International University offers a transformative educational experience that merges healthcare knowledge with ethical leadership and faith integration. Here’s why ×ÔοÊÓƵ is the ideal choice for launching your healthcare administration career:

  • Holistic Approach: Our program doesn’t just focus on administration; it integrates faith principles and ethical considerations into healthcare education, fostering a well-rounded perspective that aligns with your values.
  • Experienced Faculty: Our faculty bring a wealth of experience from both healthcare and administrative realms, ensuring you receive relevant insights and practical knowledge.
  • Ethical Foundation: ×ÔοÊÓƵ’s Christian foundation ensures that ethical decision-making is at the core of your healthcare administrative role, preparing you to navigate complex situations with integrity.
  • Strong Values: ×ÔοÊÓƵ’s emphasis on values-based leadership sets you apart as an ethical healthcare administrator, making you an asset in an industry that values integrity.
  • Global Perspective: ×ÔοÊÓƵ’s diverse community brings global perspectives to your education, broadening your understanding of healthcare dynamics on a worldwide scale.
  • Impactful Contribution: With ×ÔοÊÓƵ’s healthcare administration education, you’ll contribute to healthcare organizations, ensuring efficient operations that enhance patient experiences and outcomes.

By choosing ×ÔοÊÓƵ, you invest in a healthcare administration education that integrates ethical leadership and faith, equipping you to excel in healthcare administration and positively impact patients’ lives.
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Overall Benefits of getting this degree

The Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration degree offers a comprehensive foundation for a successful career within the healthcare industry. Graduates benefit from a robust understanding of healthcare operations, policies, and regulations, enabling them to adeptly navigate the intricate healthcare landscape. Equipped with fundamental administrative skills, graduates excel in roles like medical office managers, healthcare administrators, and patient services representatives. This degree not only imparts practical expertise but also instills an ethical framework rooted in Christian values, guiding graduates in responsible decision-making. As the healthcare industry continues to expand, graduates of this program find themselves in high demand, contributing to the efficient operation of healthcare facilities while positively affecting patient experiences.
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What Will I Study?

  • ICS 1210 Discovering the Mission of God

    This course is designed to help you develop world-Christian characteristics. You will explore the Christian's heritage in the history of the church and missions, begin to develop a scriptural perspective on the purpose of the gospel in confronting ideologies, religions and spiritual needs of the world, and discuss current strategies for identifying and reaching the lost.

    3.00 credit hours
  • MSD 1110 Encountering Spiritual Formation

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the foundational principles of spiritual formation for effective life, ministry, and vocation. The process of the student's spiritual formation includes their relationship with God, their biblical self-image, their relationship with the Body of Christ, their personal relationships, and their relationship with the world. Students are invited into a multiple-year journey of encountering spiritual formation in community. The goal of this course is to help students build a foundation for continued spiritual formation at and beyond their time at CIU.

    3.00 credit hours
  • THE 3310 Christian Theology

    This course provides a study of the theological truths of the Bible, during which you will focus on the basic doctrines necessary for a Christian worldview: Scripture, God, Christ, Holy Spirit, sin and salvation, church, and future events. You will examine the doctrinal teaching of the Bible, supplemented with insights from the theological reflections of the church throughout its history and from contemporary theological discussions.

    3.00 credit hours
  • COM 1010 Communication for Leaders

    This course provides you a general overview of basic communication skills and strategies that typically accompany proven leaders. Topics covered include listening, evaluating an audience, speaking in public settings, facilitating small work groups, and business writing. The course is a blend of theory and practice. You will have the opportunity to engage and practice leadership communication techniques firsthand. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • ENG 1010 College Writing and Research 1

    This course overviews the tasks and skills involved in writing formal essays. You will increase your writing proficiency step-by-step, accomplishing smaller goals that lead to the achievement of larger goals. You will thoroughly cover the mechanics of good English grammar with the goal of identifying your strengths and weaknesses. As a summative exercise, you will examine biblical examples of various types of writing. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • ENG 1020 College Writing and Research 2

    This course builds upon the knowledge of writing and writing research skills you covered in ENG 1010 - College Writing and Research 1. The course stresses intellectual and analytical reasoning and their contribution to good research and writing practices. Students continue to drill the mechanics of grammar and provide input for other student writers. As a summative exercise, students will examine examples of research and reasoning as they relate to and help us understand the biblical text. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • HIS 2010 World Civilizations

    This course surveys world history from the beginning of civilization to AD 1700. You will study the origins and achievements of the major civilizations of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. You will also be exposed to Christian, Islamic, and Byzantine cultures. Upon completion of the course, you will have gained a foundational understanding of ancient history-historical, cultural, and geographical factors-and grasp its relationship to the biblical record. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • MAT 2010 Personal Financial Management

    This course will provide you a practical introduction to personal finance management. It highlights strategies for managing personal assets and also explores topics such as the development of personal financial goals, planning and budgeting; avoiding fraud and swindles; buying, insuring, and financing major assets; consumer credit; banking services; investments; insurance; retirement and estate planning; and income tax. You will also learn to understand biblical principles of stewardship that impact financial management. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • PHI 2110 Introduction to Philosophy

    In this course, you will explore some of the fundamental issues that must be addressed by anyone attempting to formulate a comprehensive understanding of things (worldview), and will examine primary texts in order to observe some of the very best thinking regarding these fundamental issues.

    3.00 credit hours
  • PHI 3010 Personal and Social Ethics

    In this course, you will study the history of ethics, ethical decision-making, personal character development, and build a framework of Christian personal and social ethics. You will learn to apply a biblical ethic to a range of contemporary issues. (3)

    3.00 credit hours
  • SCI 2010 Earth Science

    This course is designed to provide you a general overview of environmental science, with an emphasis on sound science, stewardship, and sustainability. Students study basic concepts of environmental science, relationships between living and nonliving things, human impact upon the environment, and proper care of earth's resources. Critical thinking skills will be utilized throughout this course, with a view toward helping you carefully consider scientific concepts and their effects upon human interactions. The study of environmental science is approached from the perspective that human beings are tasked with practicing appropriate stewardship of God's creation. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • SOC 1010 Succeeding at CIU

    Through this course, you will be introduced to communication, self-motivation, and critical thinking skills necessary for academic success at CIU. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • SOC 2010 Cultural Diversity

    This course is an exploration of cultural diversity and multiculturalism within the framework of a biblical worldview. This course provides you with a process to understand and relate to people of various cultures. It also provides ongoing preparation for effective interaction with all kinds of people in our culturally diverse world. Growth in these skills will equip you with what you need to build trust across cultural differences. (3) Limited to online program students.

    3.00 credit hours
  • BUS 1200 Business Finance

    In this course, you will study the basic concepts and principles of corporate finance, accounting and reporting including analysis of financial statements, the time value of money, stock and bond valuation, risk and return, capital budgeting, the cost of capital, and conversion of international monetary systems. You will also develop basic skills in analyzing the finances of publicly-traded companies. (3)

    3.00 credit hours
  • HCA 1010 Introduction to Public Community Health

    This course focuses on public health administration and practice, including the context, structure, and core functions of public health administration. Includes the historical origins, development of public health, and the administrative aspects related to carrying out public health functions. Socio-cultural factors shaping the public health of communities and emergency management and application are addressed.

    3.00 credit hours
  • HCA 1110 Introduction to Healthcare Administration

    This introductory course explores the history, development, structure, and future of Healthcare and Healthcare delivery systems, financing sources, technology, medical terminology, and industry outlook for the Healthcare administration professional. Overall planning, organization, management, evaluation, quality, professions, and major health policy issues are explored.

    3.00 credit hours
  • HCA 2010 Healthcare Management and Delivery Systems

    This course provides an overview of how health care delivery systems are organized and managed through the interprofessional roles (circles of care) of administrators, physicians, nurses, and other clinical and support staff. The application of managerial concepts and practices in governance, strategy, structure, conduct, and performance in various types of health care settings is highlighted along with the use of leadership skills in communication and change management. The crucial role of information technology in planning, project management, and health care applications are included.

    3.00 credit hours
  • HCA 2410 Healthcare Ethics and Medical Law

    This course studies the ethical and legal implications of Healthcare administration, including access to care, affordability, Healthcare interventions, patient rights, medical records, and regulatory issues governing Healthcare and Healthcare delivery. Political and social policies contributing to the demand for health services are discussed, as are Institutional Review Boards, the legal structure of healthcare organizations, and governmental regulations affecting Healthcare administration, such as the major elements of public policy on healthcare reform (HIPAA; 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act [ARRA, and the HITECH Act). Explores aspects of employer-employee relations in the health care setting and other topics related to patient care.

    3.00 credit hours

Accreditation and Accolades

SACSCOC (The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges)

Career Path Opportunities

  • Medical Office Manager
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Patient Services Representative
  • Medical Records Coordinator
  • Admissions Coordinator
  • Healthcare Receptionist
  • Medical Billing Specialist
  • Clinic Coordinator
  • Health Information Technician
  • Administrative Assistant in Healthcare
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Top FAQs

What will I learn in the Associate of Arts in Healthcare Administration program?

The program curriculum is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in healthcare administration. You will explore essential topics such as healthcare policies and regulations, healthcare ethics, and operational management. These subjects combine to equip you with the knowledge required to navigate the complexities of the healthcare sector and effectively manage administrative tasks within healthcare organizations.

What sets this program apart from other healthcare administration programs?

What distinguishes this program is its integration of Christian values with healthcare administration education. You’ll not only gain practical administrative skills but also cultivate an ethical decision-making framework rooted in faith. This unique blend prepares you to navigate complex healthcare situations with integrity, setting you apart as a values-driven healthcare administrator.

Can I pursue further education after completing this degree?

Absolutely. The AA in Healthcare Administration provides a strong foundational knowledge in healthcare administration. This positions you well for pursuing higher-level degrees such as a Bachelor’s or even an MBA in healthcare administration or related fields.

What kind of roles can I expect after completing this program?

Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of administrative roles within the healthcare sector. You could become a medical office manager, overseeing daily operations, or a healthcare administrator, ensuring efficient functioning of healthcare facilities. Other possibilities include patient services representatives, medical records coordinators, admissions coordinators, healthcare receptionists, and administrative assistants in healthcare settings.

How does faith integration play a role in this program?

Faith integration is a core aspect of ×ÔοÊÓƵ’s education. As you study healthcare administration, you’ll explore how Christian values intersect with ethical decision-making and leadership principles. This framework will guide your actions and decisions, allowing you to uphold integrity and compassion in your administrative role within the healthcare sector.

Can I work in non-clinical roles with this degree?

Absolutely. Healthcare administrators play a crucial role in the non-clinical aspects of healthcare organizations. From managing records and coordinating admissions to facilitating patient services and overseeing operational efficiency, your administrative skills are essential for the smooth functioning of various healthcare functions.

How does the program keep up with evolving healthcare industry trends?

The program curriculum is regularly reviewed and updated to align with the ever-changing landscape of the healthcare industry. This ensures that you receive the latest insights into industry trends, regulations, and best practices. By staying current with industry developments, you will be well-prepared to navigate the dynamic healthcare sector upon graduation.

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