Healthcare Management Programs

Herzing University offers three coordinated programs in Healthcare Administration and Healthcare Management. Diploma graduates can seamlessly enter the associate degree program. Associate degree graduates can easily transfer their coursework and skills into the bachelor’s degree program.

Healthcare Management Program
Comparison Chart

Program Credits Months
Diploma in Medical Office Administration 41 12
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Administration 62 20
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management 121 36
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management - Dental Hygiene Emphasis 126 12
*Average number of months for students to complete program

Diploma in Medical Office Administration

In the diploma program, students learn medical terminology and medical billing procedures. They also gain the related computer skills required to be successful. Graduates are prepared to effectively handle the daily responsibilities of an entry-level healthcare office worker in a private practice or public facility setting.

Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Administration

The associate level degree adds to the foundation learned in the diploma program by including the basic general education requirements needed for greater career opportunity.

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management

This program gives graduates the business and management skills that are required for a leadership position in the healthcare field. For greater career flexibility and advancement opportunities, students can specialize in medical coding, medical assisting or medical office administration.

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management - Dental Hygiene Emphasis

This program prepares students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level management positions in healthcare management with an emphasis on dental hygiene. It is structured as a “three-plus-one” degree where students who have already completed a typically lengthy associate’s degree in dental hygiene (in the range of 90 semester credit hours) can top off that degree with an advanced management curriculum.

Herzing University student data for Healthcare Management programs

To receive additional information about Healthcare Management degrees at Herzing University and careers in this field, call 1-800-596-0724.

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