Do you love healthcare, management, and solving complex problems? Then Healthcare Administration is for you!
Healthcare Administration graduates may work in positions within public, private, and non-profit health organizations. Responsibilities may include planning, directing, consulting and coordinating the business and management activities of healthcare organizations or organizations who offer healthcare related products.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for health service administrators is expected to rise by 32% in the next ten years. As baby-boomers age and points of care change, the healthcare industry is expected to see an increase in the demand for medical services and new technology. While a bachelor's degree is considered the minimum qualification for working as a health administrator, a master's degree is often recommended. Our program will help give graduates unique experience and knowledge to be competitive for graduate school or the healthcare market.
Degree Requirements Course Descriptions
Students will exhibit more complete understanding of business and health care policy
Public Health professionals work in a variety of settings where they help individuals or communities maintain a healthy lifestyle by choosing healthy behaviors. Public Health professionals may work for non-profits such as the American Diabetes Association, at a state or local health department, or with worksite wellness programs.
Public Health professionals may have a variety of responsibilities, which helps keep the job interesting. A Public Health professional may serve as a resource in the community to communicate and advocate for health and the profession. They may also collect and analyze data, and plan, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs.
Individuals who earn a bachelor's degree are eligible to sit for the national Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam. Successful completion of the exam ensures that Public Health professionals stay up-to-date in the field of health through continuing education requirements.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Will Public Health meet the educational requirements for the professional credential in the state or US territory you might choose to live during or after completing your UVU degree? Visit the UVU Professional Licensure website to learn more!
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. This accreditation signifies excellence among public health programs and is a testament to the quality of public health professionals graduating from the program. A copy of the final accreditation report is available to anyone by emailing Dr. James Bemel at JBEMEL@uvu.edu.
Individuals who earn a degree in School Health Education are prepared to teach junior high or high school health classes. They can work in public or private schools and are required to obtain a state-issued certification or license. Secondary school health educators teach lessons and skills based on approved state curriculum. These topics include healthy behaviors, mental and emotional health, substance abuse prevention, nutrition, and human development. Health teachers also create assignments, develop and administer assessments, grade student work, maintain student academic grades, communicate with students, parents, and colleagues on a regular basis, serve on committees, collaborate and participate in professional development.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Will School Health Education meet the educational requirements for the professional credential in the state or US territory you might choose to live during or after completing your UVU degree? Visit the UVU Professional Licensure website to learn more!
There are a variety of credentials that students and alumni can seek to build their resume. The most common certifications for Community Health majors are the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) and the Certified in Public Health (CPH)
What’s the Difference between the CHES and CPH credential?
