To prepare students for opportunities in healthcare administration by introducing them to the unique language of healthcare and key concepts of the profession. Students will prepare for work in the challenging, fast-paced environments in healthcare settings by gaining foundational background in the functional areas of healthcare, such as vitalizing human resources, hospital finance/accounting, healthcare administration, leadership and operations. Students will identify key skills required in hospitals, doctors’ offices, nursing homes, surgical facilities, rehabilitation centers, and emergency clinics. Students will recognize their responsibility to act ethically and nurture a culture of sound ethical practices in healthcare. Besides, students will be introduced to general education required for lifelong personal growth in today’s global economy along with the foundation of further studies.
Associate Degree of Science in Healthcare Administration Plan
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This Degree Map is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this degree program. A course with an “*” denotes its status as a general education course.
Course Code | Course subject and Title | Prerequisite | Credit Hours |
Semester One | |||
LUO100 | Lakewood University Orientation |
| 0 |
HCA100 | Introduction to Healthcare Administration |
| 3 |
MEDTERM101 | Medical Terminology |
| 3 |
AGL100 | College Algebra* |
| 3 |
ENG101 | Introduction to English* |
| 3 |
Semester Two | |||
PHL101 | Introduction to Philosophy* |
| 3 |
GOVT100 | American Government* |
| 3 |
ELHLTH100 | Fundamentals of Electronic Health Records |
| 3 |
ENVS100 | Environmental Science* |
| 3 |
Semester Three | |||
ACCT100 | Principles of Accounting I* |
| 3 |
BIO100 | Principles of Biology* |
| 3 |
PSY100 | Introduction to Psychology* |
| 3 |
HCM200 | Introduction to Healthcare Management |
| 3 |
Semester Four | |||
COMM100 | Interpersonal Communication* |
| 3 |
HMKTP200 | Healthcare Marketing Principles |
| 3 |
MCRE200 | Microeconomics* |
| 3 |
HRSM100 | Human Resources Management |
| 3 |
Semester Five | |||
AMLIT100 | American Literature* |
| 3 |
MIS200 | Management Information System- |
| 3 |
STAT200 | Statistics* |
| 3 |
ELCHC200 | Ethical and Legal Considerations of Healthcare |
| 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 60 . | |||
Career Outlook
You can view the latest date collected by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics at this link: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm
| Payment Plan | Term Total Tuition | Enroll |
|---|---|---|
Payment Plan A – 12 Credit Hours Payment in Full: $5,052.00 | Tuition: $5,052.00 |
| Payment Plan | Term Total Tuition | Enroll |
|---|---|---|
Payment Plan B – 3 Credit Hours Payment in Full: $1,263.00 | Tuition=: $1,263.00 |
Application Fee- $0 for degree programs; $0 for vocational programs (first semester only)
Registration Fee – $200 for degree programs; $125 for vocational programs (first semester only)
Technology/Library Fee – $175 for the first semester and $100 per degree semester thereafter; $250 per vocational program term
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Our program is set apart by its affordable tuition and flexible format—but the degree map is what makes it truly unique. The Associate’s of Science in Healthcare Administration program curriculum is developed with the input of industry professionals to ensure exceptional career relevance. This is your opportunity to explore real-world scenarios, building knowledge and skills you’ll actually use on the job after graduation.
