Expand your career opportunities in the growing healthcare field with unique insights and new skills emphasizing leadership, adaptability, and a comprehensive understanding of industry challenges. The Certificate in Healthcare Administration explores the complexities of the healthcare industry including health delivery systems, economics, government policy, and technology.
Please Note: Students enrolled in the MBA program may pursue either certificates or concentrations to enhance their expertise, but due to overlapping coursework, a student cannot earn both in the same subject area.
Program Details:
- Location & Delivery: 100% Online
- Length: 12 credits; finish in as quickly as 4 months
- Start Dates: Every 7 Weeks. Apply online today! (View application deadlines.)
- Cost: $330 per credit x 12 credits = $3,960 in tuition and program fees for 2024-2025
- Financial Aid: Discover federal financial aid options that may be available to you, as well as military benefits. (Note: Certificate programs are not eligible for state aid.)
Distinctives
- Self-Paced Learning: Our self-paced format within each 7-week term allows you to complete your coursework at a pace that works for you, as you make progress toward your certificate.
- Expert Faculty Assistance: Eastern provides you with all of the resources needed to complete your education at your pace, including.Eastern’s expert faculty who are available to assist with your individual questions and help you along the way.
- For Every Career Stage: Whether you're starting your career, seeking a career change, or looking to enhance your healthcare administration skills within your current role, Eastern's self-paced format ensures that the certificate meets your unique needs and professional aspirations.
- Build Expertise: Gain in-depth knowledge of healthcare administration systems, including operations, policy, and finance, to effectively navigate and lead within complex healthcare environments.
- Advance Your Education: Students who successfully complete the certificate with a GPA of 3.0 or above will be able to transition into the full MBA in Organizational Management program with ease. The certificate also enhances the value of a previously earned master’s degree by adding specialized expertise.
Careers
A certificate in Healthcare Administration can lead to careers such as Director of Healthcare Administration; Medical Office/Practice Manager; Hospital or Clinic Administrator; and Manager, Vice President, President, and Director of various Health Administration functions (Finance, Operations, Patient Experience, Health Informatics, Compliance, etc)! The certificate also provides valuable skills in managing operations, improving efficiency, and navigating regulations, benefiting professionals in clinical and non-clinical roles.