Online Associate Degree in Health Administration Services

Associate of Science in Health Administration Services

The Associate of Science in Health Administration Services (ASHAS) program at CTU is designed to provide training in the principles and techniques used in the administrative side of the healthcare industry. The program offers instruction in several areas, including healthcare finance, human resources, healthcare administration, reimbursement systems and healthcare records, as well as regulatory, ethical and legal issues affecting healthcare organizations.

91.5
Program Credits
5 Weeks
Course Length
Online
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Program Overview

The Associate of Science in Health Administration Services (ASHAS) program at CTU is designed to provide principles and techniques used in the administrative side of the healthcare industry. The program offers instruction in several areas, including healthcare finance, human resources, healthcare administration, reimbursement systems and healthcare records, as well as regulatory, ethical and legal issues affecting healthcare organizations.

This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.


Health Studies Mission Statement

Health Studies at CTU is dedicated to providing quality programs that integrate the relevant principles and competencies to empower students from diverse backgrounds to pursue leadership roles and career pathways in an evolving healthcare field.

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Courses

Courses: General Education Credits
COMS102 Dynamic Interactions and Professional Presence 4.5
This course introduces students to the strategies and techniques needed to develop a professional presence. Students will explore how personal and professional development impacts effectiveness in the workplace. Assignments explore the concept of professional presence in relation to interpersonal dynamics and the communication needs of individuals, groups, and organizations.
COMS105 Interpersonal Communications 4.5
ENGL104 Introductory Written Communication 4.5
ENGL105 Professional Written Communications 4.5
HIST120 Intro to American History: 1950 to the Present 4.5
MATH102 Introduction to College Math 4.5
MATH106 Algebra for Business 4.5
SCI101 Introduction to the Sciences 4.5
SCI103 Science and Technology- Laboratory Course 1.5
SCI201 Environmental Science and Sustainability 4.5
SOCL102 Introductory Sociology 4.5
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PHIL101 Introduction to Ethics 4.5
Total Credit Hours: 46.5

Total Credit Hours: 91.5

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Learning Outcomes

ASHAS Program Learning Outcomes:

  1. Explain the organization, structure and operation of the U.S. healthcare system and challenges in serving the needs of various population groups
  2. Demonstrate equity, inclusion and diversity awareness in the delivery of health administration services
  3. Discuss business principles related to the administrative services of healthcare organizations
  4. Summarize ethical and legal principles related to healthcare administration services
  5. Recognize software applications commonly found in healthcare administration sectors;
  6. Describe the purpose of healthcare delivery models

Faculty

Dr. Laura Sliwinski, Ph.D.

Dr. Laura Sliwinski, Ph.D.

Executive Program Director

Dr. Laura Sliwinski joined CTU in 2020 as the Executive Program Director for Health Studies in the College of Nursing and Health Studies. Dr. Sliwinski has over twenty years combined experience in healthcare and higher education administration.

Admission Requirements

Note:  Graduates of the ASHAS program are encouraged to take the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification examination offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).  This exam is voluntary, but passing it can be a further indication that a graduate is capable of performing the tasks necessary to keep offices and clinics of physicians running smoothly.  CTU cannot guarantee that graduates of this program will be eligible to take third-party certification examinations.  Certification requirements for taking and passing these exams are controlled by outside entities and are subject to change without notice to CTU.

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Cost of this degree may be reduced based on one or more of the following:

Active duty military status

Number of credits transferred and accepted from other institutions

Tuition Reimbursement (talk to your HR Manager)

Number of CTU Fast Track courses successfully passed

Eligibility for a Corporate Alliances Grant (check with your CTU Admissions Advisor)

Students in CTU associate degree programs may bring a wealth of knowledge to the classroom. CTU Fast Track™ lets students earn college credit for what they already know. As a result, students can complete their degree up to 30% faster.* Just as important, by passing multiple Fast Track exams, students can save up to 30% on time and money towards the full cost of a program with CTU Fast Track.* There’s no additional cost for the exams and no penalty if a student fails to pass.

Take a look at the list of current Fast Track courses and see how many courses you may be able to earn credit for.

*The ability to reduce time in school and/or reduce tuition towards the full cost of a degree program depends on the number of CTU Fast Track exams successfully passed. Fast Track program credits are non-transferable. Not all programs are eligible for possible 30% reduction in time and money. Courses eligible are subject to change. Students should not rely on potential Fast Track savings or eligibility when making an enrollment decision.