Program Overview

Healthcare Administration Program

The Healthcare Administration program at Southern Oregon University prepares students for occupations in healthcare administrative and ancillary services, requiring a competitive education level of a bachelor's degree. The curriculum provides students with a foundation in healthcare systems, terminology, ethics, and safety, as well as data management and basic statistics, plus the communication and cultural competency skills necessary to succeed in today's healthcare environment.

Program Details

• The program consists of an interdisciplinary core, with courses taught by current faculty in Biology, Business Administration, Communication, Economics, Psychology, and Sociology/Anthropology.
• Students can choose a concentration in Aging Studies, Data Analytics, Healthcare Personnel Management, or Population, Public, and Community Health.
• The program provides graduates with a solid foundation to become innovative leaders within the diverse field of healthcare.

Concentrations

• Aging Studies Concentration: Explores the aging process of various groups and populations, including physiological changes, stereotypes, social roles, economic, and health issues impacting older populations.
• Data Analytics Concentration: Establishes students in a developing analytical environment, acquiring skills needed to advance in healthcare data analytics.
• Healthcare Personnel Management Concentration: Prepares students for management roles in healthcare, focusing on personnel management, organizational behavior, and healthcare policy.
• Population, Public, and Community Health Concentration: Focuses on the health of populations, public health principles, and community health practices.

Career Opportunities

• The program prepares students for a variety of careers in healthcare administration, including hospital administration, healthcare management, and public health.
• Graduates can pursue roles in healthcare policy, health education, and health promotion.
• The demand for qualified graduates with a background in healthcare administration is high, with career opportunities in various healthcare settings.

Admission Criteria

• Students must meet the admission requirements of Southern Oregon University.
• A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for admission to the program.
• Students must complete the required coursework for their chosen concentration.

Tuition Fees

• Tuition fees vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken.
• Students should check the university's website for the most up-to-date tuition fee information.

Research Areas

• The program focuses on various research areas, including healthcare policy, health education, and health promotion.
• Students have the opportunity to work with faculty on research projects and present their findings at conferences.

Degree Roadmap

• The program requires a minimum of 120 credits to complete.
• Students must complete the required coursework for their chosen concentration.
• A capstone project and practicum experiences are required for all concentrations.

Guided Pathways

• The program offers guided pathways for students, including associate degree paths and similar minors and certificates.
• Students can work with advisors to create a personalized degree plan.