Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.) in Health Administration

This program is for those with an interest in health care and a strong desire to serve the community. This program will prepare students for a variety of entry or middle level health service management positions. Health service managers strive to provide cost effective, quality care to their community members. Individuals who are skilled in reasoning, writing and problem solving will be prepared to compete for health administration positions. Those with a genuine concern for the welfare of humanity, who have respect for people from all backgrounds and cultures, will excel in this public service career. The health administration major is designed for two groups of students: incoming freshmen interested in working in health administration and nontraditional students who already have completed an allied health program at the associates or technical level. This major prepares students for entry level administrative positions in a variety of health settings. It also prepares individuals who have preparation in an allied health field for middle management positions such as department head or supervisor. Program course work and practical learning experiences outside the classroom will help students to learn about the basic forces, ideas, and values that shape the world of health care. These experiences will help them to develop the reasoning, writing, and problem-solving skills that will prepare them for a health administration-related career.