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Associate of Arts with a concentration in Health Care Administration
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Understand the inner workings
of health care organizations
Associate of Arts with a concentration in Health Care Administration
Before you enter the health care administration field, it's imperative that you learn the roles and responsibilities needed to run complex health organizations. The Associate of Arts with a concentration in Health Care Administration provides the groundwork that will inform the rest of your educational journey and future career. Some topics include the language of health care, communication skills for the health care professional and the financial management of the healthcare industry.
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What you'll learn
What you'll do
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% of students who completed this program during the most recent federal award year completed it within “normal time”.[1]
Jobs that graduates of this program are educationally qualified for:
How to afford your degree
Use the information below or speak with a trained advisor to better understand your financial options. You'll also find out how you may be able to lower your out-of-pocket expense and what options may be available to help you fund your education.
Program costs: – [2]
Includes cost per credit, application fee, and fees for resources (books/eResources) for students completing the program in normal time.
Cost breakdowns [4]
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| Tuition (per credit) for 100/200-level courses | |
| Tuition (per credit) for 300/400-level courses | |
| Electronic materials fee (per course) | |
| One time application fee |
Fees may be non-refundable. Students pay tuition on a course-by-course basis. All tuition and fees of the University are subject to change. May be subject to state and local sales taxes.
Median graduate debt [3]
| Source | Amount |
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| Federal | N/A |
| Private | N/A |
| Institutional | N/A |
Paying for school
Find out about our convenient payment plans, financial aid and military member discounts by exploring how you can pay for your degree.
How to get started
Learn more about the admissions process that takes place after talking with an advisor and choosing your degree program.
Benefits of this degree program
Gain skills relevant to health care management
Build the skills and knowledge needed to understand various functions of the United States health care system and roles of health care workers. In addition, you'll critically examine the public policy, information technology, financial management, and regulatory and ethical issues of the industry.
Faculty who average 17.5 years of working experience in health care
Our faculty members have working experience in the fields that they teach, and they hold master’s degrees or higher. This combination of experience and academic achievement means our faculty are industry leaders who provide students with a balanced view of how theory can be applied to a working environment.
Courses that align with the industry
Our curriculum is developed to reflect program outcomes and health care industry standards. The coursework is updated in response to student assessment results and faculty feedback to keep course content effective, relevant and aligned with the latest industry information.
Is this the right program for you?
Helping people improve their lives can have long-term positive impact. Earning your Associate of Arts with a concentration in Health Care Administration will give you the knowledge you need — an enrollment advisor can help you get started.
The curriculum of the Associate of Arts with a concentration in Health Care Administration degree program consists of 60 credit hours. For more information about the total number of credits needed for completion of this degree program, see the program details.
Core courses
Make your work experience count
University of Phoenix allows you to apply relevant learning, work and life experiences to college credits through the Prior Learning Assessment process. Speak with an advisor to find out if you can fulfill some elective, interdisciplinary and/or general education courses by going through the PLA process.
Pay as you go
Talk to your advisor about the Cash Plan. This plan gives you the option to pay course-by-course as you pursue your education.
Scholarships
Scholarships pay for tuition-related expenses and don't need to be paid back. Your advisor can help you find scholarships that you may be eligible for.
Prior Learning Assessment
Ask your advisor about how you can fulfill some credit requirements from prior experience, professional training, licenses, certificates and transcripts from previously attended colleges and institutions.
Federal Financial Aid Plan
Federal financial aid can include government grants and loans. An Advisor will help you check your eligibility.
Military financial options
If you are a veteran, active duty member or spouse of an active duty member, take advantage of our special tuition rates. Speak with a Military Advisor today.
Third-party billing
Under the Third-Party Billing Plan, University of Phoenix directly bills an approved employer for a student's tuition. Speak to an advisor to find out if your company is approved for direct billing.
Serving military members
Whether you're serving on Active Duty, are a member of the Reserve or National Guard, or are the spouse of a military member, you're eligible for a reduction in tuition. Our special military tuition rates combined with some of the resources below can help you get started in your pursuit of a degree.
The Federal Military Tuition Assistance Program
With federal military tuition assistance, you may receive 100% federal Tuition Assistance for your military service. Speak with a Military Advisor to find out details and see if you qualify.
Montgomery GI Bill
At University of Phoenix, you can apply your Montgomery GI Bill-Active Duty, or your Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve to your educational costs. Talk to a Military Advisor to learn more.
Post 9/11 GI Bill
If you're a veteran or military servicemember who served a minimum of 90 combined days on active duty after September 10th, 2001, you may be eligible for Post 9/11 GI benefits. Talk to a Military Advisor to find out how.
Active Duty Spouse Benefits
As a military spouse, you may be eligible for financial assistance that can help you pursue your degree. Find out how you can qualify by speaking with an advisor.
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
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[1]The on-time completion rate identifies the percentage of students completing this program during the most recent federal award year who completed it within "normal time." The term "normal time" means the length of time it would take a student to complete this program if the student is continuously enrolled, takes one course at a time, and successfully completes each attempted course. Students enrolled in this degree program are typically nontraditional students. Students may exceed "normal time" for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to, internships, practicums, clinical rotations, student teaching or administrator experiences required for licensure. The on-time completion rate identifies the percentage of students completing this program during the most recent federal award year who completed it within "normal time." The term "normal time" means the length of time it would take a student to complete this program if the student is continuously enrolled, takes one course at a time, and successfully completes each attempted course. Students enrolled in this degree program are typically nontraditional students. Students may exceed "normal time" for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to, internships, practicums, clinical rotations, student teaching or administrator experiences required for licensure. The on-time completion rate identifies the percentage of students completing this program during the most recent federal award year who completed I within "normal time." The term "normal time" means the length of time it would take a student to complete this program if the student is continuously enrolled, takes one course at a time, and successfully completes each attempted course. Students enrolled in this degree program are typically nontraditional students. Students may exceed "normal time" for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to, internships, practicums, clinical rotations, student teaching or administrator experiences required for licensure.
- [2]The range provided represents the sum of tuition and typical fees required to complete the program within normal time, based on the University's 2011/2012 tuition levels. The actual costs that will be incurred by a particular student to complete this program will depend upon factors specific to that student. Tuition rates for this program may vary due to factors such as: (i) geographic location of the student; (ii) modality of coursework; (iii) military service; and (iv) future changes in tuition rates. The number of credits required for a particular student to complete the program will be dependent upon various factors, including: (i) transfer credits available; (ii) repeated coursework; and (iii) completion of additional specializations within this program. Please contact an Enrollment Advisor for additional information.
- [3]The figure represents the median amount of debt incurred by students who completed the program during the July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010 federal award year. The actual amount of debt a particular student will incur to complete this program is dependent on various factors specific to the student. Please contact an Enrollment Advisor for additional information.
- [4]Members of the U.S. military may have access to additional Federal Tuition Assistance to help pay for education. Additionally, University of Phoenix offers a special per-credit tuition rate for active duty military, their spouses, and veterans. For more information, visit the military tuition assistance information.
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