Healthcare Administration Degree

The healthcare administration program at Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences prepares students for careers in small private practices, regional hospitals and national medical centers, nursing homes, outpatient care centers, rehabilitation clinics, and home healthcare services. The program focuses on developing, planning, and managing health care operations and services within health care facilities and across health care systems. Program courses include: business and financial management, public relations, human resources management, health care systems operation and management, and health law and regulations. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer healthcare administration degrees.

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Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences (PA College)

3500 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is creating the future leaders in the health care industry. They have programs in Bachelor's and Associate's degrees; and many certificate programs such as EMT, Cardiac Electrophysiology, and Nuclear Medicine. They are dedicated to excellence offering several highly technical health care programs.

Generally, all applicants need to have graduated from an accredited high school or possess a GED. Students must also have satisfactory scores on one of the two common college entrance exams; the ACT or the SAT. Specific requirements for individual degree and certificate programs vary and can be researched by going to http://www.pacollege.edu/academics/programs/.

Online programs are also available including PCHS's Bachelor's degree in Health Administration, RN to BSN, and Bachelor of Health Science. Costs vary widely between the different programs and financial aid counselors will help you determine the best way to pay for your education.

PCHS opened a simulation lab in 2006 where students learn to work on simulated patients. Local businesses also utilize the OneGroup center to teach their employees computer skills and other office competences.

PCHS, also known as PA College, is a small private school with an enrollment of about 700. They are located in the historic town of Lancaster, Pennsylvania where tourism and healthcare are some of the primary industries. Lancaster County is situated in Pennsylvania Dutch country, one of the main Amish settlements.

Students Enrolled in the Healthcare Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. PA College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical and Health Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical and health services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Jacksonville, FL
  • Total Employment: 790
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $104350

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).