Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration Major Credits
The University of Providence’s Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration program courses are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in healthcare.
Required Core Credits
- HCA 120: Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System (3 Semester Credits)
- HCA 140: Healthcare Management (3 Semester Credits)
- HCA 160: Human Resource Management in Healthcare (3 Semester Credits)
- HCA 180: Legal Issues in Healthcare (3 Semester Credits)
- HCA 200: Informatics in Healthcare (3 Semester Credits)
- HCA: 260: Communication in Healthcare (3 Semester Credits)
Required Elective Credits
- PSY 220: Sociocultural & International Awareness (3 Semester Credits)
Core Semester Credits: 18 Major | Elective Semester Credits: 3 Required | 21 Total.
Program Costs
The University of Providence is committed to affordability and providing pricing transparency for all School of Health Professions programs. Pricing transparency at UP includes:
- Accessible and up-to-date information on tuition costs, university fees, application and admission fees, deposit amounts, and additional program costs.
- Cost of attendance worksheets outlining specific tuition layouts by program and semester.
- Information about scholarship opportunities and tuition discounts for specific groups.
- Information about the financial aid process.
Visit our Tuition and Fees page to access the latest pricing information. Access the Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration Estimated Cost Breakdown sheet to view pricing information for this degree program, including a cost breakdown by semester and associated program costs. Visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about the financial aid process.
Careers in Healthcare Administration
Students graduating with an Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration can take on multiple different entry-level positions in healthcare administration. These positions can include medical billing/coding, informatics, accounting and finance, medical reception, customer service representative, health office managers, and more. Demand for these positions is needed throughout the healthcare continuum, including in hospitals, clinics, private practice offices, insurance companies, and many more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), jobs for Medical and Health Service Managers will increase significantly over the next ten years. The industry is expected to add 136,000 jobs between 2021 and 2031, over five times higher than the national average of five percent. Salaries for graduates of the Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration can range from $60,000 or more nationally. However, individual salaries vary by location, demand, skills, and work experience.
Application & Admission Requirements
The University of Providence’s Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration program accepts applications for fall, spring, and summer enrollment. Application deadlines are in August of each year for fall enrollment, December for spring enrollment, and April for summer enrollment.
For updated information on undergraduate application requirements, deadlines, and program-specific requirements, please visit the University of Providence admissions page. View the following application and admission requirements for the Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration below:
Program Application: Applicants must complete an online undergraduate application.
Official Transcripts: Applicants must submit their official high school transcript. Official transcripts must be sent directly to the Admissions Office from your high school. Include transcripts from any dual enrollment or other pre-college programs attended, and results of any AP tests you have taken.
Submit official transcript(s) from any university/college where undergraduate coursework was completed. Transcripts can be sent directly to the following address: University of Providence | Admissions | 1301 20th Street South |Great Falls, MT 59405, or may be submitted electronically directly from the institution.
Curriculum Viète / Resume: All applicants must submit a current resume or curriculum viète.
SAT/ACT Scores: The University of Providence’s ACT code is 2410 and the SAT code is 4058. Although providing official test scores is strongly recommended, it is not required to be reviewed for admission.
Tuition Deposit: The ASHA program has a non-refundable tuition deposit of $100, which secures admission into the program. The deposit will be applied to the first tuition bill.
Minimum GPA Requirements: Students applying to the ASHA program must have a minimum GPA of 2.75. If a minimum 2.75 GPA was not achieved in prior high school or college coursework, an additional admission essay and academic review will be required for admission into the program.
Additional Program Information
Learning Outcomes
Discover student outcomes for the Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration program:
- Demonstrate effective use of oral and written communication.
- Apply a broad understanding of the healthcare system at a basic, introductory level.
- Identify tools and strategies to influence the use of technology, data, and information for improving safety, quality, efficiency and patient-centered care.
- Understand legal, regulatory, and management perspectives in healthcare decision-making.
- Develop an understanding of the values/beliefs of patients, families, and global healthcare.
Skills You’ll Learn
Students enrolled in the ASHA program will learn the following skills and more:
- Industry knowledge
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Management
- Ethical Judgment
- Communication
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A.S. Healthcare Administration Quick Links
- A.S. Healthcare Administration Estimated Cost Breakdown
- Frequently Asked Questions: Undergraduate Healthcare Administration
- Program Curriculum: A.S. Healthcare Administration
- University of Providence Program Catalogue (2020 – 2021)
- A.S, Healthcare Administration Course Rotations
- A.S. Healthcare Administration Program Planning Template
- A.S. Healthcare Administration Required Courses
Healthcare Professionals Tuition Incentive
The University of Providence is committed to supporting the healthcare workforce by empowering current healthcare professionals to start, enhance or advance their career in healthcare. The Healthcare Professionals Tuition Incentive (HPTI) Program provides currently employed healthcare professionals with the opportunity to apply tuition discounts to in-demand programs offered through our School of Health Professions catalog.
Visit the Healthcare Professionals Tuition Incentive Program page to learn more.
Providence Health & Services Partnership
Our unique partnership with Providence Health allows eligible Providence Caregivers and their dependents to receive an exceptional education from an accredited, faith-based, university. Caregivers and their dependents who enroll at the University of Providence may receive many possible benefits, such as discounted tuition rates and preferred admission, as part of their education benefits. Visit the Providence Human Resources Service Portal to learn more about caregiver education benefits, the application process for our programs, and tuition discounts.
Start Your Career In Healthcare With An Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration To UP
Start your journey to becoming a healthcare administrator with an Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration undergraduate program. Our dynamic program curriculum and qualified faculty will provide you with the support and quality education you need to succeed. Enroll in our program today.
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