Online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration
Advance your career by applying for our online health care administration bachelor’s degree completion program.
Program Type
Bachelor of Science
Delivery Method
Online
Course Length
Approximately
20 Months
Program Objective
The online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration (BSHCA) program is intended for professionals looking to advance their existing health care education and expand their career opportunities.
In our BSHCA curriculum, students build upon foundational critical thinking, communication and leadership skills through real-world application and instruction. This degree can help further your career opportunities, such as pursuing instruction, administrative or supervisory roles within hospitals, medical offices, clinics, long-term care settings and other health systems.
All courses are taught online, so working professionals can balance school, work, and life while earning their B.S. in Health Care Administration.
Why Do Students Choose Our B.S. in Health Care Administration Program?
Hear directly from graduates of our HCA programs and learn why they love Pima Medical.
What Careers Can You Pursue with a Bachelor’s in Health Care Administration?
Prospective HCA Careers
Prospective HCA Careers
With a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration, graduates may be able to pursue a health care management or leadership track within their field. Potential career opportunities include roles like:
- Practice Manager
- Clinic Operations Manager
- Patient Access Manager
- Health Care Operations Analyst
- Revenue Cycle Manager
- Patient Experience Manager
- Health Information Manager
- Compliance & Quality Coordinator
- Provider Relations Manager
- Business Operations Manager
Graduates of BSHCA programs may find themselves working in a variety of health care settings, including
- Hospital
- Physicians' offices
- Other health care organizations
- Clinics
- For-profit/non profit institutions
- Insurance Industries
- Long-term care organizations
- Rehabilitation companies
- Pharmacies
- Educational Institutions
Job Outlook
Job Outlook
For those looking to cultivate their health care administrative experience into more managerial roles, the job outlook is strong.
As the large baby-boom population ages and people remain active later in life, there should be increased demand for health care services.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations.
Continuing Your Education
Continuing Your Education
At Pima Medical Institute, we offer an online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership, which can provide further opportunity for professional advancement, paired with the flexibility of virtual instruction.
5 Things You Can Do With a Bachelor's Degree in Health Care Administration
When you’re a Pima Medical Institute student, you get access to our Career Services team—here for you when you need extra help with finding the right job opportunities, building a resume, strengthening your interview skills or just looking for general guidance.
B.S. in Health Care Administration: Semester Outline
Browse the courses you will take in our online health care administration bachelor’s degree program.
Transfer of Credits
14 General Education, 26 Health Science, 21 Related Credits
Semester I
Semester II
Semester III
Semester IV
Semester V
What is the Application Process for the Bachelor’s HCA Program?
To find out more about our enrollment process, view our How to Apply page.
FAQs About the Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration Program
What kind of courses will I take in the Online B.S. in Health Care Administration Program?
Students in the B.S. in Health Care Administration program will learn a variety of health care management skills that will allow them to pursue additional opportunities in their current career.
The online BSHCA curriculum includes courses covering core business knowledge, health care regulation and ethics, human resources, health information management and organizational leadership. The HCA bachelor’s degree completion program includes online courses that focus on learning outcomes, including, but not limited to:
- Developing strategies to analyze behavioral, ethical, and cultural trends that impact management in health care systems with diverse populations
- Demonstrating the ability to evaluate ethical, legal, and regulatory policies
- Demonstrating the mastery of core business theories as they apply to health care systems
Is Pima Medical’s BSHCA program fully online?
Yes! The Health Care Administration bachelor’s degree program from Pima Medical Institute is offered 100% online. For more information, visit our Life of an Online Student page for details on our approach to online learning.
While this program is 100% online, students still complete a capstone project that features real-world application of their coursework to their current career in the health care industry.
What does the HCA capstone project entail?
Students complete a Professional Capstone during their final semester, which can be used to create a professional e-portfolio and profile. This capstone applies concepts learned in prior semesters into a final project, using research techniques and course materials to find a solution to an existing health care issue. Students often choose a topic that’s relevant to their current role or company, and use this project as a way to propose and enact change within their organization.
What can I do with a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration (BSHCA)?
A bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration opens doors to management and leadership positions across the health care industry in organizations like hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and long-term care facilities. Graduates of the BSHCA program may be able to pursue roles such as:
- health care administrator
- department manager
- operations coordinator
- head of health care compliance
… and many more.
How long does the B.S. in Health Care Administration program take to complete?
Our B.S. in Health Care Administration program is designed to be completed in approximately 20 months. The online format allows working professionals to balance their studies with current employment while advancing their health care career.
What are the admission requirements for the HCA bachelor’s program?
This is a degree completion program intended to provide those with prior education in the health care field a pathway to continue their education. Students must possess a high school diploma or recognized equivalency and have completed 61 semester credits at the postsecondary level, including 14 general education credits, 26 technical credits, and 21 related credits.
Is Pima Medical Institute accredited?
Yes, Pima Medical Institute is accredited through The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). ABHES is recognized by the U.S Secretary of Education as a private, nonprofit, independent accrediting agency.
Success Is Within Reach
We are truly invested in making sure our students succeed.
“I was 40+ years young with a family and I was working full time, but the bachelor’s program turned out to be a great fit for me. The flexibility of online education allowed me to continue to live my daily life, work and even travel without falling behind.
I was a little unclear about my direction after graduation. But, I remembered what my program director said after I had completed my project for my capstone. My project involved creating a business plan and he said it was so great; I should explore the idea of pursuing it. So, that’s just what I did!
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Ivan St. Luis, Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration Graduate
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Disclosures And Accreditations
State Licensure Determination Disclosure
The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration program is offered via an online delivery method. Pima Medical Institute is an approved institution through the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC SARA) which allows Pima Medical Institute Tucson to offer distance learning programs to residents of states other than Arizona. Participation in NC SARA does not exempt an institution from state professional licensing requirements.
A student’s physical location is determined at the time of enrollment by submission of government-issued identification as well as a student attestation of their physical location in the enrollment agreement. Students agree to update the institution if their physical location changes. Students are able to notify the institution of a change to their physical location in the Pima Medical Institute Student Portal. Prospective students and enrolled students should understand that a change in physical location may adversely impact a student’s ability to complete the program. If a student is planning to relocate he or she is required to discuss this with the Student Services Coordinator and/or Program Director.
In compliance with 34 CFR 668.43 Pima Medical Institute has made a reasonable effort to determine graduate eligibility for licensure in all states for programs designed and advertised as leading to licensure. The document below lists Pima Medical Institute programs and states where the curriculum meets licensure requirements, states where the curriculum does not meet licensure requirements, and states in which Pima Medical Institute has been unable to determine if the curriculum meets state licensure requirements. All consumers should be advised that due to the frequent changes to state statutes, rules, and regulations Pima Medical Institute cannot guarantee licensure based on the lists below.