Health Care Administration Degree Program

Management professionals in the healthcare industry must be prepared to assume a wide variety of responsibilities. From supervising the efficient operation of a medical office to communicating effectively with physicians and patients, health care administration can give you the opportunity to put your multi-tasking skills to the test. Ready to take your career to the next level? Then consider earning a Health Care Administration degree at Carrington College® California Online.

The front office is the hub of most healthcare facilities. It is where patient information is gathered and distributed to physicians, nurses and other professionals. This is why medical and health services managers must be process-oriented and able to pay careful attention to even the smallest of details. Earning your Associate degree in Health Care Administration makes it possible for you to learn the specialized skills you will need to coordinate the many activities of a medical office. These skills include, bookkeeping, medical coding, space planning and scheduling.

We developed the Health Care Administration program at Carrington College California Online to help you acquire the knowledge and critical thinking skills that can help you achieve success. As a student, you can experience:

• Instruction that combines both theory with practical skills
• A flexible schedule and the ability to work independently
• Interaction with instructors and classmates via email, telephone and online discussion groups
• Realistic online exercises and simulations that can help you develop your skills and become proficient in the popular software systems
• The opportunity to demonstrate what you’ve learned with a capstone project

An efficient method for becoming an effective manager

Our Health Care Administration online program was designed so that you can begin by building a broad base of general knowledge and then progress to specific skillsets you’ll be expected to possess once you enter your profession. Your online curriculum will be split up into two spheres of knowledge. The first sphere deals with material including human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, insurance and medical ethics. The second sphere is dedicated to day-to-day functions such as billing systems, accounting, insurance from preparation, software applications and business communication. This online program culminates in a capstone project in which you can synthesize your coursework and apply it in a health care administration assignment or experience that encompasses a range of relevant topics.

Upon graduation from our Health Care Administration online program, you should be prepared to manage the front office activities for a healthcare facility, performing responsibilities including:

• The secure maintenance of private medical
• Clerical and bookkeeping functions
• The implementation of computer hardware and software solutions
• The maintenance of automated systems critical to facility operations
• Communication and correspondence with patients, families and other medical professionals

If you’re pursuing a career in health care administration, get ready to be in demand

With the education you receive from Carrington College California Online [“Carrington” link to home page], you will be prepared for an entry-level position coordinating the front office operations of a medical practice. Opportunities for employment exist in a number of medical environments. These include hospitals, clinics, residential care facilities and private offices of professionals such as doctors, dentists and physical therapists. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health services managers is expected to grow 22% from 2010 to 2020.*

To learn more about educational and career opportunities in Health Care Administration, contact one of our Enrollment Services Representatives. 

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