App State Online: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Care Management Flight Path Program

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Learn from the same expert faculty as on-campus students

Transfer-friendly program including experiential and prior learning credit

$412 per credit hour tuition* + tech and textbook fees

*$494 for out-of-state students; tuition subject to change

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Next-Level Health Care Careers Start Here

The Appalachian region, like the rest of the U.S., faces challenges in patient care, including limited access in rural areas, workforce shortages and opioid-related health issues. The App State Online: BS in Health Care Management Flight Path Program helps prepare you to address top challenges in your local community as a health care administrator. You can work in settings such as:

Hospitals
Long-term care facilities
Clinics
Insurance companies
Public health departments
Government agencies

Our health care institutions are only as effective as the people running them. You’ll graduate from the BS in Health Care Management program with the skills and competencies to enact meaningful change as an effective health care leader in areas such as finance, marketing, human resources (HR), data analytics and community health.

To best serve our degree-completing students, we require you to transfer at least 24 credit hours with a minimum 2.25 GPA.

Get Real Skills for Measurable Impact

Our program puts theory into practice, giving you the in-demand skills today’s health care employers need. During your asynchronous eight-week courses, you’ll study:

Health care systems and policies
Health care economics
Health care informatics
Ethics in health care
Health care law and regulation
Quality improvement in health care
Managing health care organizations
Organizational behavior and design in health care
Leadership in health care
Financial management in health care

Health Care Management Careers

Earning a health care management degree online can prepare you to take on significant leadership roles in various health care settings. Here are some of the paths you could take after graduating with your BS in Health Care Management:¹

Health Care Administrator

Average Annual Salary: $81,552

Compliance Officer

Average Annual Salary: $81,849

Human Resources Manager

Average Annual Salary: $77,078

Health Care Manager

Average Annual Salary: $77,525

Financial Analyst

Average Annual Salary: $69,426

Health Information Manager (HIM)

Average Annual Salary: $62,752

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Tuition & Aid

$412 per credit hour tuition* + tech and textbook fees

*$494 for out-of-state students; tuition subject to change

120 credits

Financial aid and scholarships available

App State Online: Flight Path Programs are proud to provide top-quality health care management education at an accessible price. U.S. News & World Report ranks Appalachian State University as:

Top 2 in Top Public Schools (South)
Top 2 in Best Colleges for Veterans (South)
Top 3 in Best Regional Universities (South)
Top 16% nationwide in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs

This ensures a sound return on your investment, as we’re nationally recognized for valuable education.

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Flexible

Multiple eight-week term starts are available with flexible scheduling allowing you to work at the time and pace that makes sense for you.

Expert Faculty

Faculty practitioners who’ve served in health care leadership teach the program, with guidance from an advisory board of experienced health care executives.

Transfer Friendly

Transfer-friendly policies allow you to save money and time completing your degree.

Experiential Learning

To reinforce career readiness, the program emphasizes hands-on activities, preparing you to enter the health care management field in areas such as finance, marketing, HR, data analytics and community health.

AUPHA Certified

Our program has been certified by the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA) since 1984 — making it one of the longest-certified programs in the world.

Professional Development

Coaching, mentoring, and regular guest lectures and presentations from health care leaders provide real-world insight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree is best for health care management?

Becoming a medical or health services manager typically requires a bachelor’s degree in the field, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Entering a management role also may require prior administrative or clinical work experience in a hospital or other health care facility.

How long does it take to get a bachelor’s degree in health care management?

Like most bachelor’s degrees, the BS in Health Care Management at App State Online requires 120 total credits for degree completion. However, App State Online’s bachelor’s degree in health care management requires a minimum of 24 transfer credits to enroll, allowing you to complete the degree in less than four years. Any additional transfer credits you have can significantly reduce your required credit hours and expedite your time to graduation.

Is a bachelor’s degree in health care management worth it?

Earning a BS in Health Care Management is a reliable investment in your career. Demand for medical and health services managers is projected to grow much faster than average, with an estimated 61,400 annual openings each year through 2033, according to the BLS. As the health care system evolves, job opportunities for executives in the field are also expanding. The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) lists health care executive positions in a wide variety of settings, including mental health organizations and public health departments.

Can you get an accredited health care management degree online?

Yes, it’s possible to earn an online degree from an accredited institution. The online bachelor’s degree in health care management at Appalachian State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist and doctorate degrees.

Meet the Program Director

Ashley Parks, DrPH

Program Director, Health Care Management, Flight Path

parksav@appstate.edu

(828) 262-7479

Dr. Ashley Parks has over 20 years of experience in health services administration across various settings, including acute care, ambulatory care, managed care and community health. Dr. Parks has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in health services administration and public health for over a decade and enjoys making difficult concepts accessible to students seeking to work in health services administration practice and research. Having obtained over a dozen public health and health care related certifications, Dr. Parks is passionate about teaching students how to apply key concepts in health care financial analysis, quality analysis and performance improvement, data reporting and information technology, health policy, health services research and project management.

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Online Learning Made Personal

Online learning in App State Online: Flight Path Programs is all about connection — connecting with your peers, faculty and career aspirations. You’ll be welcomed into a dynamic community that truly cares about your success.

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What You Need for Admission

The minimum requirements for admission are as follows:

24 or more hours of transferable credit.
Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.25 in all attempted coursework.
Applicants must have earned a C (2.0) or better in coursework in addition to other requirements for it to be considered transferable.

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About App State Online: Flight Path Programs

As a premier public institution, Appalachian State University prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. App State Online: Flight Path Programs allow you to connect to a top-tier campus, from wherever you are. Get a high-quality education that adapts to — and enriches — your lifestyle. With flexible, interactive bachelor’s and graduate programs accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and courses designed, developed and taught by the same faculty who teach on campus, App State Online: Flight Path Programs allow you to create your own success and transform your life.

¹General labor market and salary data are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and education. App State does not guarantee employment placement, salary level or career advancement. Additional training and experience may be necessary for leadership positions.