Biography:
Deanna Melton-Riddle is the Program Director for the Masters in Healthcare Administration program at the University of Providence’s School of Health Professions. Melton-Riddle brings over fifteen years of experience in teaching and education experience and over fifteen years of experience working in various healthcare settings and positions related to healthcare administration and healthcare leadership prior to joining the University of Providence’s School of Health Professions in 2022.
Melton-Riddle’s educational accomplishments include a Doctor of Health Administration at Central Michigan University, a Master of Science in Human Services Administration from National-Louis University, a Masters of Public Health in Health Education & Promotion from Parker University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Chicago State University. Melton-Riddle holds two certificates, one as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and the second as a Registered Phlebotomy Technician.
Bringing a strong resume of professional and educational experience, Melton-Riddle has held multiple education positions throughout the healthcare field, including as a Subject Matter Consultant, Site Director for Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Director of the Medical and Health Careers Academy, Health Occupations Teacher, and Program Director for Traumatic Brain Injury Victims. Melton-Riddle has also served in multiple Adjunct Faculty positions, including Capella University, Post University, Liberty University, Southern New Hampshire University, Baker College, and Southern Illinois University, to name a few.
Educational Background
- Doctor of Health Administration, Central Michigan University
- Master of Science in Human Services Administration, National-Louis University
- Masters of Public Health in Health Education & Promotion, Parker University
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Chicago State University
Professional/Clinical Background
- Master in Healthcare Administration Program Director (Current)
- Subject Matter Consultant
- Site Director for Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Relationship Manager, Healthy Schools Program After School Programs
- Director of the Medical and Health Careers Academy
- Health Occupations Teacher
- Science Teacher
- Program Director for Traumatic Brain Injury Victims
- Director of Specialized Alzheimer’s Unit
Faculty/Teaching Background
- Adjunct Faculty/Dissertation & Capstone Mentor, Capella University, 2018 – 2021
- Adjunct Professor, Parker University, 2014 – 2021
- Adjunct Faculty, Herzing University, 2014 – 2016
- Adjunct Faculty, Post University, 2013 – 2018
- Adjunct Faculty, Liberty University, 2013 – 2017
- Adjunct Faculty, Southern New Hampshire University, 2013 – 2015
- Adjunct Faculty, Kaplan University, 2012 – 2015
- Online Adjunct Faculty, Baker College, 2008 – 2010
- Adjunct Faculty, Southern Illinois University, 2005 – 2007
Professional Affiliations
- American College of Healthcare Executives, Member
- Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA), Member
- American Association of Medical Assistants, Member
- Illinois Society of Medical Assistants, Member
- American Medical Technologists, Member
- Council on Undergraduate Research, Member
Licensure/Certifications
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- Registered Phlebotomy Technician
Program Involvement
- MHA: Masters in Healthcare Administration
Course Involvement
- MHA 508: Health Equity & Social Epidemiology
Three Questions With Deanna Melton-Riddle
- What do you enjoy doing outside of academia?
- Ministry with my husband, being creative, bowling, and spending time with family.
- What three items would you bring if you were stranded on a deserted island?
- The bible, water, and seeds.
- What is the most challenging aspect of working in healthcare, and how do you deal with it?
- Hearing patients and their families express despair when dealing with certain diagnoses. I encourage the patients and families and add my faith through prayer.
