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Bachelor of Science Health Services Administration
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration
Get set to make a difference in the health care field with this online program. You’ll discover where technology and innovation meet business and health services. Courses cover the fundamentals of business, accounting and health services administration and management.
Build your expertise in healthcare operations
Get ready to pursue career opportunities in health services management. With a Bachelor of Science (BS) Health Services Administration from Strayer, you’ll be armed with a broad understanding of business and accounting. You’ll dive into core areas of administration and management, equipping you with skills in medical terminology, electronic health records and data quality and systems. And you could have the opportunity to earn certificates and professional digital badges as you complete the coursework.*
- Undergraduate Certificate in Public Heath
- Undergraduate Certificate in Health Information Management and Analytics
- Foundations of Healthcare Finance Badge
- Foundations of Electronic Medical Records Badge
- Healthcare Office Administration Badge
- Healthcare Operations Management Badge
*Certificates and badges are based on a five-year program sequence. Students are not required to follow this sequence.
Explore Bachelor of Science Health Services Administration concentrations
At Strayer, we offer our students professionally aligned concentrations, allowing you to customize learning to support your interests and career goals. If you can’t decide, your admissions officer is here to help.
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Earn your degree from an accredited university
Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration cost breakdown
- 40 courses, $1525 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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Ways to reduce tuition
Employer Tuition Assistance
More than 500 organizations invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to discounted education programs.
The Strayer Learn and Earn Scholarship
For every three courses you pass, earn one on us, tuition-free, to be redeemed at the end of your program with the Strayer Earn and Learn Scholarship. Eligibility rules and restrictions apply. Connect with us for details.
Save up to $15,250 on your bachelor’s degree
As a Strayer student, you have access to no-cost gen ed courses through our affiliate, Sophia. Take up to two online Sophia courses at a time and transfer eligible courses towards your undergraduate degree.
*Savings assumes transferring 10 courses taken at Sophia. Eligibility rules apply. Connect with us for details.
BSHS course list
All BSHS students take a set list of required major courses. All students also take a set of general education classes for a well-rounded education. The remaining credits come from their choice of concentration. View all courses
Sample courses
Provides a foundation in today's business operations with a focus on the major functions of a business (management, production, marketing, finance and accounting, human resource management, and various support functions). The course also provides an overview of business organizations and the competitive business environment, strategic planning, international business, ethical considerations, quality assurance and more.
Being an effective communicator is an essential skill for any profession. In this course, you will learn the secrets to writing, listening, and speaking with credibility in order to share your voice with the world.
This course will provide a broad overview of the field of Health Services Administration as related to the U.S. health care system. Students will gain an understanding of the healthcare delivery system and its components. Topics will include history, development, planning, organization, finance, quality, management and leadership, as well as major policy issues and trends in the field of Health Services Administration, with an emphasis on innovative problem solving.
This course is intended to equip future healthcare administrators and leaders with a basic understanding of medical terminology and best practices to communicate effectively across the healthcare system using appropriate terminology. Topics include anatomical structure, medical treatment, and medical procedural terminology used across healthcare settings. Prerequisite: HSA 110
This course introduces students to the key economic and financial concepts related to healthcare management. Topics include economic influences of the healthcare delivery and the role in planning and decision making, demand and supply-side factors, planning and budgeting concepts, financial management, cost accounting and management, payment/reimbursement models, the differences between the goods and service industries, as well as the pros and cons of a single payer system. Prerequisite: ACC 100 & HSA 110
This course explores ethical issues and situations relevant to health services administrators and contemporary health care organizations. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to make ethical decisions. A broad range of topics are explored including patient-centered issues, public health ethics, ethical practices around contracts and reimbursement, confidentiality of patient medical records, market and obligation to the community. Prerequisite: HSA 110
How to apply for a bachelor’s degree at Strayer?
An admissions officer can help you choose the right program, register for classes, transfer credits and find cost-savings opportunities.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement
A high school diploma or equivalent
Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Fall classes start on October 6
Learn more about Strayer University’s admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Your bachelor’s degree from Strayer could be 70% complete when you transfer up to 28 classes.
Strayer welcomes international students
Strayer University is proud to have hosted more than 3,000 international students from over 110 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country – it’s your choice.
Campus locations
Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
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