Overview
At Trevecca, we know you're busy as a working adult. We also know how important finishing your degree is to you. That's why we offer our Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration entirely online. Customized to fit your busy schedule, our program focuses on fundamental business and health care management competencies in order to help you develop an array of skills you'll need in this diverse market.
Trevecca University is dedicated to providing you with the best possible education while easily fitting into your schedule. With this is mind, our curriculum closely aligns to the curriculum and accreditation requirements from the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education and the Association of University Programs in Health Administration. Because of this, you can be sure that you are getting the education you need to move you toward the career you want. Whether you're already working in the health care field or you're just stepping into it, we're here for your success.
Trevecca gives you the freedom of completing your degree in as little as 18 months. Don't wait any longer! Fill out the form to learn more and be connected with an admissions representative.
Faculty
News
Core Classes
Introduction to the Healthcare Industry
HLT 2100
Introduces students to the history and fundamentals of the healthcare industry including: an overview of various healthcare entities with an emphasis on hospitals, healthcare financing, HR issues in healthcare, disease management, the pharmaceutical industry, the healthcare regulatory environment, accreditation and governing bodies, reimbursement and payment systems, public health and threats facing the U.S., as well as professional roles and job opportunities in healthcare.
Course Hours: 3
The Culture and Ethics of Health Care
HLT 2200
Addresses job expectations in health care settings. It will discuss how care is organized inside a practice setting, privacy laws, and professional and ethical issues encountered in the workplace.
Course Hours: 3
Legal Aspects of Health Care
HLT 2310
Students will gain knowledge of health care contracts and other legal documents that are critical to successful business partnerships and operations of health care entities. Discussions of patient’s rights, medical professional liability, tort law and reform, and other health policy (e.g., Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX), and the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA)) will be reviewed.
Course Hours: 3
Health Regulations and Policy
HLT 3010
Emphasizes the role health reform and governmental regulations play in the delivery of health care in the United States. Students will explore the evolution of health care services in America and conduct a comparative analysis of today’s health care system from both macro and micro levels. Further discussions include current challenges today’s health care industry encounters (e.g., health care cost, access, financing of health services, etc.) and how various stakeholders of health services adjust to such challenges.
Course Hours: 3
Quality Initiatives and Health Administration
HLT 3020
Value-based health care has taken the forefront in how providers and other health care professionals are reimbursed and deliver health care services. This strategic approach places emphasis on quality versus quantity of services administered. Students will conduct an analysis of various quality initiatives such as Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Donabedian Model, Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award, the Shewhart Cycle (PDCA), and Total Quality Management (TQM) to explore efficient means of medical utilization and cost containment without compromising quality of health care services.
Course Hours: 3
Financial Management in Health Care
HLT 3030
Students will conduct analyses of financial statements and develop operational budgets. The course also will expose students to financial reporting and forecasting, financial risks and returns, and other key financial concepts that assist leaders with decision-making and planning to sustain operability of health care organizations.
Course Hours: 3
Strategic Management in Health Care
HLT 4010
Health reform has a significant impact on the health care delivery system in the U.S. This course emphasizes strategic approaches health care leaders may implement to accommodate changes and ensure compliance with new health policy/regulations. An integration of basic marketing principles and market research of the health care industry will also be explored. Using Porter’s five forces as a framework, students will analyze numerous medical case studies, perform market and SWOT analyses, to address problems health care leaders encounter in today’s health care system and develop solutions that are practical and measurable.
Course Hours: 3
Biblical Perspectives and the Christian Life
BML 3150
In this course, students will explore and articulate the foundational themes of the Bible. The course is designed to foster a Christian worldview from a Wesleyan perspective. The course encourages the integration of faith, learning, and living.
Course Hours: 3
Introduction to Health Management Information Systems and Informatics
HIT 3300
Introduction to health IT standards, health-related data structures, data collection and analysis, software applications and enterprise architecture in health care. Includes a consideration of telemedicine, cloud computing, and other technologies that impact the storage and analysis of healthcare information.
Course Hours: 3
Electronic Health Records
HIT 3500
Course Hours: 3
Introduction to Long Term Care Management
LTC 2010
In this course, students will explore the governance and management of long-term care facilities. In-depth review of federal, state, and local regulations and legislations will be discussed. Students will also become knowledgeable of various licensure and certification requirements specific to the discipline of long-term care. This course also explores required clinical reporting for long-term care reimbursements, resident’s rights, and other populations who receive long-term care services and the challenges each population faces in attaining such services.
Course Hours: 3
Palliative Care and Hospice Care
LTC 3020
Students will learn the distinction between palliative and hospice care. This course consists of analyses of medical ethics in hospice, pain management, and the origin of hospice and how it was integrated into the health care delivery system, and local coverage determination (LCD), which explores criteria that allow patients to become eligible for hospice care. Discussions will also address the integration of faith and individual spiritualty in regards to how hospice care is administered to patients of different cultures and ethnicities who possess different beliefs and values.
Course Hours: 3
Program Details
Total Credit Hours
36
Program Length
18 months
Mode
100 percent online
Graduation
To graduate with a bachelor's degree in health care administration, students will need a minimum of 120 credit hours, satisfying the following requirements:
General Education (30 semester hours)
- 6 semester hours of communications (of which one course must be in English composition)
- 3 semester hours of humanities (at least one course must be from the following: literature, philosophy, art or music appreciation, art or music history, fine arts, history)
- 9 semester hours of social/behavioral science
- 6 semester hours of math/natural science
- 6 additional semester hours in any above general education area
Core Classes (36 semester hours)
View course descriptions for core classes.
General Electives (54 semester hours)
TOTAL: 120 semester hours
Students also need to maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA to be eligible for graduation. Trevecca accepts transfer credit and prior learning towards the above requirements. To learn how your previous credit or prior learning will apply and see what your personal path to a bachelor's degree will look like, fill out the form and an enrollment counselor will contact you!
Locations/Modes
Online
We understand life is busy and you may not have time to attend class on campus. You can earn your degree with us while focusing on one class at a time, any time—24/7. Through Trevecca Online, classes are taught digitally through our learning management system, Blackboard. Additionally, books and materials are delivered to your front door. And when we say the degree is entirely online, we mean it. Our program is structured so that you never have to step foot on campus—not even once!
With our online degree-completion programs, you can expect the same level of quality and rigor that Trevecca has provided students since 1901. Our online students also benefit from a cohort model, where students begin and complete their degree alongside a group of other online classmates working toward similar goals.
Outcomes/Careers
As the need for medical care in the United States is expected to grow within the next decade, the need for health care administrators will also increase. “Employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 32 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. As the large baby-boom population ages and people remain active later in life, there should be increased demand for healthcare services.”2
Salaries for those holding a bachelor’s degree in health care administration generally begin around $40,000, but many regard this degree as only the first step in their career.
With more experience and by earning additional degrees, employees in this field quickly move on to higher paid positions with median annual salaries almost three times more than all occupations and almost $10,000 higher than other management occupations.3 In May 2019, the median annual wage of workers in this field was $100,980. While the lowest 10 percent earned less than $58,820, the highest 10 percent earned more than $189,000.4
Students with a Bachelor of Science in health care administration are trained and equipped to work as a:
- Hospital department manager
- Nursing home administrator
- Clinic administrator
- Medical office business manager
- Health care entrepreneur
- Adult day care or dementia care facility administrator
- Health information technology manager
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2 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm#tab-6
3 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm#tab-5
4 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm#tab-5
Financial Aid and Costs
Worried about the future? We’ve got you covered!
At Trevecca, we understand we’re in unprecedented times. We believe you should be free to follow your dreams without fear. If you’re unable to complete a course due to COVID-19, we’ll refund the course cost to you. Full details can be found here.
How much will it cost?
| Tuition | Credit Hours | Program Length | Tuition Costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| $395/credit hour | 36 | as little as 18 months | $14,220 |
*$50 fee assessed per course. Books are not included.
How am I going to pay for it?
- Federal loans and grants are available to all eligible students who complete a FAFSA
- Employer tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Monthly payments through Trevecca make fulfilling tuition requirements more manageable
- Military benefits such as Yellow Ribbon and GI Bills are accepted by Trevecca University
How do I qualify?
- Fill out your FAFSA. Based on your income, you will know how much federal financial aid you are eligible to receive.
- Talk to your employer about tuition reimbursement opportunities
- For military benefits, contact the Academic Records Office at 1.615.248.1268
Admissions
Getting Started
- Complete the online application (it's free!).
Need help applying? Read the step-by-step instructions here! - Fill out FAFSA to be considered for financial aid
- Request official transcripts from your previous institution
Admissions Requirements
- Completion of at least 40 credit hours from an accredited institution
- 2.0 cumulative GPA for all prior coursework
- Some proficiency with computer technology and reliable access to technology throughout the program
- Provide photocopy of government-issued identification (e.g., driver's license, state ID, military ID, passport). This requirement ensures that Trevecca complies with the U.S. Department of Education expectations for student verification. (This is only required for students enrolled in an online program.)
Not sure if you meet the admissions requirements? We’re here to help! Fill out the form to be connected with an enrollment counselor who will walk with you every step of the way during the admissions process.
FAQs
How many academic credit hours are permitted to transfer?
I haven’t completed any undergraduate level coursework yet but am interested in this degree. What are my options?
Can I really graduate with my bachelor’s degree in 18 months?
Do you use textbooks or e-books?
I’m already busy managing a full-time job and other commitments. How will I find time to complete coursework and study?
What does it mean that the course is 100 percent online? Will I need to come to campus occasionally, to buy books, meet with professors or attend a special event? I don’t have time to drive to Trevecca’s campus.
Is online learning right for me? I’m concerned my experience won’t be the same as if I were to choose an in-person program.
I haven’t been a student in years—what if I fall behind or struggle to keep up with classes?
What is the job outlook for the health care administration field?
What are the technology requirements for this program?
Overview
Get started on finishing your degree
The flourishing health care market is full of rewarding careers for people just like you who are looking to make a difference. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the hospital sector gained over 100,000 jobs in 2015. There truly is no better time than now to join this exciting industry.
At Trevecca, we know you're busy as a working adult. We also know how important finishing your degree is to you. That's why we offer our Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration fully online. Customized to fit your busy schedule, our program focuses on fundamental business and health care management competencies in order to help you develop an array of skills you'll need in this diverse market. Trevecca Online is dedicated to providing you with the best possible education while easily fitting into your schedule. With this in mind, our curriculum closely aligns to the curriculum and accreditation requirements from the Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Management Education and the Association of University Programs in Health Care Administration. Because of this, you can be sure that you are getting the education you need to move you toward the career you want. Whether you're already working in the health care field or you're just stepping into it, we're here for your success.
You've worked hard to get where you are, and we believe your life experiences should count for something. For this reason, we offer college credit for various certifications, assessments and professional experiences accrued during your time away from school. Upon enrollment, Trevecca’s team of advisors will work directly with you to complete a Prior Learning Assessment to ensure your life’s work isn’t overlooked.
Need some extra hours, or looking to tailor your degree? Trevecca offers courses that can be taken for general elective credit in the following areas:
- Information Technology
- Christian Ministry
- Psychology
- Management and Human Relations
Upon enrollment, your advisor will work on adding any elective courses you may need to your schedule.
Trevecca Online gives you the freedom of completing your degree anytime, anywhere in as little as 18 months. Don't wait any longer! Fill out the form to the right to learn more and be connected with an admissions representative.
Text with an Enrollment Counselor!
Core Classes
Introduction to the Healthcare Industry
HLT-2100
Introduces students to the history and fundamentals of the healthcare industry including an overview of various healthcare entities with an emphasis on hospitals, healthcare financing, HR issues in healthcare, disease management, the pharmaceutical industry, the healthcare regulatory environment, accreditation and governing bodies, reimbursement and payment systems, public health and threats facing the U.S., as well as professional roles and job opportunities in healthcare.
Course Hours: 3
Culture and Ethics of Health Care
HLT-2200
Addresses job expectations in health care settings. It will discuss how care is organized inside a practice setting, privacy laws, and professional and ethical issues encountered in the workplace.
Course Hours: 3
Legal Aspects of Healthcare Management
HLT-2310
Students will gain knowledge of healthcare contracts and other legal documents that are critical to successful business partnerships and operations of healthcare entities. Discussions of patient’s rights, medical professional liability, tort law and reform, and other health policy (e.g. Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX), and the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), will be reviewed.
Course Hours: 3
Biblical Perspectives and the Christian Worldview
MHR-3005
A study of Scripture as the basis for personal faith in Jesus Christ; which informs one's practice at home, at work, and in the community at large. It is designed to foster a knowledge and understanding of the Bible in relation to management and servant leadership in organizational settings. This is a reflection of TNU's commitment, as a Christian liberal arts college, to nurturing an appreciation for Scripture.
Course Hours: 3
Health Regulations and Policy
HLT-3010
The emphasis of this course is the role health reform and governmental regulations influence the delivery of healthcare in the United States. Students will explore the evolution of healthcare services in America and conduct a comparative analysis of today’s healthcare system from both macro and micro levels. Further discussions include current challenges today’s healthcare industry encounters (e.g. healthcare cost, access, financing of health services, etc.) and how various stakeholders of health services adjust to such challenges.
Course Hours: 3
Quality Initiatives and Health Administration
HLT-3020
Value-based healthcare has taken the forefront in how providers and other healthcare professionals are reimbursed and deliver healthcare services. This strategic approach places emphasis on quality versus quantity of services administered. Students will conduct an analysis of various quality initiatives such as Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Donabedian Model, Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award, the Shewhart Cycle (PDCA), and Total Quality Management (TQM) to explore efficient means of medical utilization and cost containment without compromising quality of healthcare services.
Course Hours: 3
Financial Management in Healthcare
HLT-3030
Students will conduct analyses of financial statements and develop operational budgets. The course will also expose students to financial reporting and forecasting, financial risks & returns, and other key financial concepts that assist leaders with decision-making and planning to sustain operability of healthcare organizations.
Course Hours: 3
Strategic Management in Healthcare
HLT-4010
Health reform has a significant impact on the healthcare delivery system in the U.S. The emphasis of this course is on strategic approaches healthcare leaders may implement to accommodate changes and ensure compliance with new health policy/regulations. An integration of basic marketing principles and market research of the healthcare industry will also be explored. Using Porter’s five forces as a framework, students will analyze numerous medical case studies, perform market, and SWOT analyses, to address problems healthcare leaders encounter in today’s healthcare system and develop solutions that are practical and measurable.
Course Hours: 3
Introduction to Health Management, Information Systems, and Informatics
HIT-3300
Introduction to health IT standards, health-related data structures, data collection and analysis, software applications and enterprise architecture in health care. Includes a consideration of telemedicine, cloud computing, and other technologies that influence the storage and analysis of healthcare information.
Course Hours: 3
Electronic Health Records
HIT-3500
A practical experience with a laboratory component, addressing approaches to assessing, selecting, and configuring EHRs to meet the specific needs of customers and end-users.
Course Hours: 3
Introduction to Long Term Care Management
LTC-2010
LTC2010 Introduction to Long Term Care Management
In this course, students will explore the governance and management of long-term care
facilities. In-depth review of federal, state, and local regulations and legislations will be discussed. Students will also become knowledgeable of various licensure and certification requirements specific to the discipline of long-term care. This course also explores required clinical reporting for long-term care reimbursements, resident’s rights, and other populations who receive long-term care services and the challenges each population faces in attaining such services.
Course Hours: 3
Palliative Care and Hospice Care
LTC-3020
Students will learn the distinction between palliative and hospice care. This course consists of analyses of medical ethics in hospice, pain management, and the origin of hospice and how it was integrated into the healthcare delivery system, and local coverage determination (LCD), which explores criteria that allow patients to become eligible for hospice care. Discussions will also address the integration of faith and individual spiritualty in regards to how hospice care is administered to patients of different cultures and ethnicities who possess different beliefs and values.
Course Hours: 3
Admissions
Getting Started
- Complete the online application (it's free!)
- Fill out FAFSA to be considered for financial aid
- Request official transcripts from your previous institution
Admissions Requirements
- Completion of at least 40 credit hours from an accredited institution
- 2.5 cumulative GPA for all prior coursework
- Some proficiency with computer technology and reliable access to technology throughout the program
If you feel you may not meet these requirements, please fill out the form on the right to be connected with an enrollment specialist.
Text with an Enrollment Counselor!
Financial Aid and Costs
Is it worth the money?
Bachelor's degree holders make more money and have more job opportunities than those with Associate degrees only.
How am I going to pay for it?
- Federal loans and grants are available to all eligible students who complete a FAFSA
- Employer tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Monthly payments through Trevecca make fulfilling tuition requirements more manageable
- Military benefits such as Yellow Ribbon and GI Bills are accepted by Trevecca University
How do I qualify?
- Fill out your FAFSA. Based on your income, you will know how much federal financial aid you are eligible to receive.
- Talk to your employer about tuition reimbursement opportunities
- For military benefits, contact the Academic Records Office at 1.615.248.1268
| Tuition | Credit Hours | Program Length | Tuition Costs |
| $395/Credit Hour | 36 | 18 Months | $14,220 |
Text with an Enrollment Counselor!
Why Trevecca?
Why choose Trevecca?
Since 1901, Trevecca Nazarene University has been dedicated to bringing Nashville students an unmatched education through exceptional teaching. Now the same education is available anytime, anywhere through Trevecca Online, allowing you to receive the education you want with the flexibility you need.
Trevecca's cohort model of instruction provides you with a close-knit group of fellow students who will be on the same educational journey from the first day of classes until graduation. All classwork is completed through Blackboard, an interactive and innovative online learning system that allows you to communicate quickly with fellow students and your professors.
You've already taken the most important step in deciding to finish your degree, so choose the program that's going to help you get where you want to be. When you choose Trevecca Online's Bachelor's of Science in Health Care Administration, you choose an educational environment designed to foster community and cultivate industry leaders. Our program is designed to be flexible and convenient so you can enjoy working at your own pace while easily communicating with professors and students.
We recognize that you have a unique area of interest as well as a unique set of goals. With this in mind, we offer three concentrations within the Health Care Administration program. Choose from Health Informatics, General Health Management, or Long-term Care Administration. This ability to personalize your education will more fully prepare you to be successful in your chosen field upon graduation.
At Trevecca, we want to help you acquire the necessary skills to become the best of what you want to be. With Trevecca Online, you have the opportunity to receive an exceptional, personalized education completely online.
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