Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science - Health Administration Track
From studying health data to leading community health initiatives, a career in health administration with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science - sometimes referred to as a healthcare management degree or healthcare administration degree - means you are a leader who uses data to make decisions that better your community as a whole. Spearhead health projects in organizations and nonprofits with this fully online, eight-week format degree from the Anderson College of Nursing and Health Professions at the 国产AV.
Time to Complete:
Variable
Most complete major coursework in 2 years
Modality Offered:
Online
Credentials:
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Why North Alabama?
Experience an unmatched education for your future in healthcare. North Alabama’s health administration faculty bring real-world experience to the classroom, which serves as the foundation for our programs. With a diverse student body and seasoned faculty, North Alabama offers flexible course schedules, competitive pricing, and a highly reputable education that fits your life. As a leader in healthcare education since 1973, the 国产AV prepares you to demonstrate knowledge, competencies, and skills to effectively deliver health care services that ensure quality care and ethical decision-making.
Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
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| Area I (Written Composition) | 6 | |
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EN 111
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English Composition I (3) | |
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EN 112
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English Composition II (3) | |
| Area II (Humanities and Fine Arts) | 12 | |
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COM 201
or COM 221
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Fundamentals of Speech (3) or Human Communication (3) |
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EN 221 & 222
or EN 231 & 232
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American Literature I & II (6) or Literature of the World I & II (6) |
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Choose one elective from the following:
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AR 170
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Art Appreciation (3) | |
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MU 222
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Music Appreciation (3) | |
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TH 210
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Theatre Appreciation (3) | |
| Area III (Natural Sciences and Mathematics) | 15 | |
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MA 110
or MA 112
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Finite Mathematics (3) or College Algebra (3) |
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BI 101
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Introductory Biology (4) | |
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Remaining Elective Hours: 4 (must be a science with a lab)
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| Area IV (History, Social and Behavioral Sciences) | 12 | |
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HI 101 & 102
or HI 201 & 202 |
Survey of World Civilization I & II (6) or U.S. History I & II (6) |
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ED 299
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Growth and Development (3) | |
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PY 201
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Introduction to Psychology (3) | |
| Area V | 24 | |
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BI 241
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Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4) | |
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MA 147
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Elementary Statistics (3) | |
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CNH 342
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Nutrition (3) | |
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CIS 125
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Business Applications of Microcomputer Software (3) | |
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SO 221
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Introductory Sociology (3) | |
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Remaining Elective Hours: 3
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| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AHS 300R | Leadership and Healthcare Delivery (6) | |
| AHS 301R | Health Communication and Cultural Diversity (6) | |
| AHS 302R | Informatics (3) | |
| AHS 303R | Health Policy, Ethics, and Legal Issues (6) | |
| AHS 304R | Epidemiology and Population Health (3) | |
| AHS 305R or HPE 408 |
Consumer Health (3) or Consumer Health (3) |
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| AHS 306R | Research in Health (3) | |
| AHS 307R | Grant Writing and Capstone (6) | |
| AHS 308R | Healthcare Economics (3) | |
| Total Hours Overall | 120 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AHS 404R | Health Administration and Strategic Planning (6) | |
| AHS 405R | Budgeting and Finance (6) | |
| AHS 406R | Principles of Resource Management and Supervision (6) | |
| AHS 427R | Internship (3) | |
| Total Hours Overall | 120 | |
The following semester-by-semester schedule is recommended for the AHS student
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Freshman Year |
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First Semester |
Second Semester |
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Course |
Credit |
Course |
Credit |
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BI 101 |
4 |
Area II |
3 |
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EN 111 |
3 |
EN 112 |
3 |
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HI 101 or 201 |
3 |
MA 147 |
3 |
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MA 110 |
3 |
HI 102 or 202 |
3 |
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FYE |
1 |
PY 201 |
3 |
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Total |
14 |
Total |
15 |
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Sophomore Year |
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First Semester |
Second Semester |
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Course |
Credit |
Course |
Credit |
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BI 241 |
4 |
Natural Science Elective |
4 |
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CIS 125 |
3 |
EN 222/232/Humanity |
3 |
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COM 201/221 |
3 |
CNH 342 |
3 |
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SOC 221 |
3 |
ED 299 |
3 |
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EN 221/231 |
3 |
Optional Elective |
3 |
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Total |
16 |
Total |
16 |
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Junior Year |
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First Semester |
Second Semester |
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Course |
Credit |
Course |
Credit |
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AHS 300R |
6 |
AHS 303R |
6 |
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AHS 301R |
6 |
AHS 304R |
3 |
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AHS 302R |
3 |
AHS 305R / HPE 408 |
3 |
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AHS 306R |
3 |
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Total |
15 |
Total |
18 |
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Senior Year |
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First Semester |
Second Semester |
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Course |
Credit |
Course |
Credit |
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AHS 307R |
6 |
AHS 405R |
6 |
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AHS 308R |
3 |
AHS 406R |
6 |
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AHS 404R |
6 |
AHS 427R |
3 |
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Total |
15 |
Total |
12 |
Faculty
You will learn from dedicated full-time faculty—most holding terminal degrees from leading universities.
View our Nursing Faculty/Staff here.What can I do with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science degree?
With an applied health degree in healthcare management you'll be able to:
- Become a health educator, patient care advocate, community health worker, or medical and health service manager.
- Demonstrate knowledge, competencies, and skills in health care management, health policy, and more.
- Take the next step to pursue graduate and pre-professional programs in health administration.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to the Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science program must be officially admitted to the 国产AV and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
Students may be accepted and enroll in the spring and fall semesters.
Students must declare the Applied Health Science degree as their major.
Tuition and Aid
Online: $340 per credit hour plus additional fees.
Our New Start Scholarship is available to new students enrolled in any online degree program, offering a complimentary first course fee. Plus, for a limited time, no application fee is required.
Tuition Cost
Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science
Online: $340 per credit hour for 120 credit hours.