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# Online healthcare degrees

Online healthcare degrees prepare students for administrative and leadership roles in healthcare organizations. Choose from 14+ healthcare degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level aligned to over 30+ real-world healthcare careers.

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**Janice A. | MHA**

- [115K+ degrees awarded in healthcare](#finderDividerSubCategory)    |    
- [Institutionally accredited for 45+ years](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/accreditation.html)    |    
- [Faculty averages 30 years of professional experience](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/faculty.html)

## Facts at a glance

- [115K+ degrees awarded in healthcare](#finderDividerSubCategory)
- [Institutionally accredited for 45+ years](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/accreditation.html)
- [Faculty averages 30 years of professional experience](https://www.phoenix.edu/about/faculty.html)

## Find your online healthcare degree program

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## Career opportunities in healthcare management are on the rise

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00:00 (upbeat music) 00:02 - [Voiceover] Career opportunities in healthcare management 00:05 are on the rise. 00:06 According to BLS, employment for medical and health services 00:09 managers is projected to grow 32% from 2020 to 2030, 00:14 much faster than average, adding over 133,000 new jobs. 00:18 Salaries for this in-demand field are also growing, 00:22 especially for health professionals with training. 00:24 At University of Phoenix, our career-focused 00:26 College of Health Professions will teach you 00:28 the business side of healthcare, 00:30 with online degrees that are affordable and flexible, 00:33 from an accredited university, 00:35 from healthcare administration and health management, 00:37 to health information systems. 00:39 If you have professional healthcare experience, 00:41 our competency-based Master of Health Administration 00:44 can be completed in less than 12 months 00:47 for under $11,000, saving you time and money. 00:50 University of Phoenix degrees are aligned to 00:52 healthcare industry standards, 00:55 so you can be sure you're gaining the skills 00:57 and credentials to impact patient outcomes. 00:59 And courses are taught 01:00 by accomplished healthcare professionals. 01:03 Enrolling is easy. 01:04 There's no application fee, 01:06 no SAT or GMAT test requirements, 01:09 and no out-of-pocket cost for transcripts. 01:11 We request them for you. 01:13 If you have eligible transfer credits, 01:15 we'll work with you to get the credit you deserve. 01:17 This means you could save up to 75% 01:20 on your bachelor's degree to help you graduate 01:22 in as little as a year. 01:24 Plus, with up to 18 opportunities a year to start, 01:27 you can begin your degree when you're ready. 01:29 Healthcare is waiting for you. 01:31 Get started today, so you can make a difference tomorrow.
## Why earn your healthcare degree online with us?

Our healthcare degree programs are designed to be flexible, so you can prepare for an enhanced role in healthcare without impacting work and life. We also give you the opportunity to specialize your[bachelor’s](/online-healthcare-degrees/bachelors.html)or[master’s degree](/online-healthcare-degrees/masters.html)with a variety of concentrations in growing areas. Learn more about our bachelor's, master's, and [doctoral](https://www.phoenix.edu/online-healthcare-degrees/doctoral.html) degrees in health management or health administration.

Save time and money

Have your eligible prior academic work and relevant professional experience evaluated for academic credit, potentially shortening your time to completion and saving you money.

[Learn about transfer credits](/tuition-financial-aid/transfer-credits.html)
Affordable, fixed tuition  

We’ve lowered tuition and locked it in for the duration of your online nursing degree program. So, you can count on your tuition to be as dependable as your education.

[See our Tuition Guarantee™](/tuition-financial-aid.html)
Accreditation that matters  

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is programmatically accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME), PO Box 911, Spring House, PA 19477, [301-298-1820](tel:301-298-1820).

[Learn more](/about/accreditation.html)
College recognition

The UOPX MHA Program uses its expertise to support healthcare administration programs across the country through its participation in the CAHME Mentorship Circle.

[Learn more](https://cahme.org/accreditation/cahme-mentorship-circle/)
## Earn career-relevant skills in weeks – not years

Get value from your education before you even graduate. Update your resumé and LinkedIn profile with learned skills when you complete every 5- or 6-week course in our associate, bachelor's and master's programs.

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## Meet your college deans

Our college deans focus on developing a career-relevant curriculum. They bring industry experience to the classroom and lead a faculty of academic professionals with one goal in mind—to help you earn the skills you need to pursue your career.

### Mark Johannsson, DHSc, MPH

Dean, College of Health Professions

[Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/dean-mark-johannsson.html)
### Nye Clinton, PhD

Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, College of Health Professions

[Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/associate-dean-nye-clinton.html)
### Heather Steiness, PhD, MPH

Associate Dean of Graduate Programs, College of Health Professions

[Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/associate-dean-heather-steiness.html)
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## There’s no way I would have made the impact or the difference that I’m making without the support, the confidence, and the education that I was provided”

**Amber P.**

Master of Health Administration, ‘17

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How to apply

## We're with you every step of the way

Set your goals

Select your healthcare degree, course or certificate.

### Begin online application

Complete your application on your own or with the help of an enrollment representative.

### Start school

Register for class and get ready for the first day of school.

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## Frequently asked questions

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### How will getting an online healthcare degree help me prepare for jobs in the healthcare field?

Earning a healthcare degree demonstrates to employers that you have the specific knowledge and skills needed to address the rapidly changing healthcare field.

In addition, some of our programs educationally prepare you to sit for national industry certification exams. This offers peace of mind that our curriculum reflects the latest and best practices.

### Do I need a healthcare or medical background in order to earn a healthcare degree?

No, we offer programs for both healthcare professionals and those looking to break into the field.

### Do any of the healthcare degrees at University of Phoenix have special accreditation?

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is programmatically accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME), 6110 Executive Blvd, Suite 614, Rockville, MD 20852, 301-298-1820.

### What are the key differences between the Public Health and Health Administration fields?

|   Public Health |   Health Administration |
|---|---|
| The field of public health encompasses many functions that work together to prevent disease and promote health for the benefit of populations (communities, states, countries, etc.). | The field of health administration covers the business side of healthcare in healthcare systems such as hospitals, health-related organizations and health networks. |
| Leading organizations to identify and improve community health concerns Studying the effects of the environment on population health and developing health policy Preparing communities to manage disasters/disease outbreaks | Leading organizations to effectively deliver health services Managing healthcare system resources (human, financial, supplies) Strategic planning for effective healthcare delivery |

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