Healthcare Management
A bachelor’s degree in healthcare management combines the best of business with the magic of modern medicine. Here you will learn to adapt business concepts and models to the unique clinical, organizational, and fiscal demands of the dynamic healthcare environment. As the nation recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, adjusts to staffing shortages and more, health care management is a rapidly growing field that provides many opportunities in the region’s hospitals and with health care providers.
With these tailored courses taught by experts in the field, you will learn how to make more informed decisions about resource allocation, staffing challenges, corporate culture, medical ethics and more. For students who already have a medical background but who hope to take their skills to the next level, this pathway includes key courses in healthcare management, policy, and healthcare delivery strategies.
With this degree, you’ll be in an excellent position to join a growing field.
Note: Healthcare Management courses are exclusively offered in an online format.
2+2 Healthcare Management Pathway
Central Penn College’s healthcare associate degrees provide a strong foundation for a career in medicine, with the flexibility to bridge seamlessly into our Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (HCM) degree. This innovative 2+2 pathway allows you to earn your associate degree in as little as 18 months + an internship, followed by a HCM in an additional year and a half, propelling you towards leadership roles in the dynamic healthcare industry.
Medical Assisting A.S.: Gain the skills to assist physicians in various clinical settings, preparing for a rewarding career while positioning yourself for future advancement in healthcare management.
Occupational Therapy Assistant A.S.: Help patients regain independence through therapeutic activities, and leverage your associate degree as a stepping stone to a Healthcare Management and leadership opportunities within occupational therapy departments.
Physical Therapist Assistant A.S.: Work alongside licensed physical therapists, develop comprehensive rehabilitation programs, and pave the way for a Healthcare Management to further your impact on patient care and healthcare management.
Surgical Technology A.S.: Provide critical support during surgery, ensuring sterile environments and assisting surgeons. This associate degree prepares you for a Healthcare Management, allowing you to contribute to surgical service excellence at a leadership level.
Pursue Healthcare Management with Other Healthcare Degrees: Central Penn College’s Healthcare Management program welcomes students with associate degrees in various healthcare fields, including Respiratory Therapy, Medical Information Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Paramedicine, Nursing, LPN, Radiology Technician and Dental Hygiene. Leverage your existing healthcare knowledge and gain the business and leadership skills to excel in healthcare management positions.
Contact us today to explore how our 2+2 pathway or our HCM program can help you achieve your healthcare leadership goals!
Program offered
Online
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Central Penn College Launches Innovative 2+2 Pathway for Aspiring Healthcare Leaders
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Courses
Medical Law and Ethics
Health Services Organization and Management
Healthcare Policies & Politics
Health Economics and Financing Strategies
Introduction to Business
Principles of Management
Healthcare Quality Management
Human Resources
Organizational Behavior
Business Communications
CE Capstone Course for the Bachelor Degree
The Interprofessional Healthcare Team
Hospital and Health Services Administration
Healthcare Leadership
Healthcare Planning and Marketing
Microeconomics
Principles of Marketing
Operations Management
Project Management
Organizational Change Management
Evaluation and Assessment
Training and Development
Leadership in Society
Race and Gender
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Careers you can pursue
- Hospital Administrator
- Ambulatory surgical centers
- Medical Office Manager
- Clinic Manager
- Public Health Program Administrator
- Patient Advocate
- Healthcare Account Executive
- Surgical Center Director
- Operations Manager
- Customer Care Manager
You will succeed if you are...
- Organized
- Good Communicator
- Multi-tasker
- Analytical
- Leader
- Critical Thinker
- Flexible
90.5% of our graduates were employed in their chosen field or continuing their education within one year of graduation.
* Based on graduates whom we have information during a one-year period from 2021-22. It should be noted that 97.1% of graduates were employed in some capcity or continuing their education.
