Healthcare Administration, BAS

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The Bachelor of Applied Science in Healthcare Administration is designed for students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or technical training provider. The degree is intended for students who have expertise within a specific technical area, experience working within that field, and who seek to further their education and move into management or administrative roles by completing the requirements for a baccalaureate degree. Note: although previous work experience within a specific technical field is not required for entry into the program, it is highly encouraged.

A minimum of 60 credits from a completed AAS will be applied to the Bachelor of Applied Science degree, however additional lower-division coursework may be required as a part of the Bachelor of Applied Science requirements. A minimum of 45 upper-division credits are required for completion of the Bachelor degree.

Contact Information

Contact information is available on the Healthcare Administration program website.

Competencies

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Evaluate the impact of human behavior on the economy and an organization
Employ professional communication skills essential to the management of a complex organization
Demonstrate strategic decision making within an organization
Evaluate essential functions of managing resources necessary to a successful organization
Evaluate the essential functions necessary to establish, to develop, and to manage human resources within a successful organization
Assemble strategies consistent with the professional, ethical, and legal standards of the health care industry
Improve healthcare system performance by leveraging data and technology
Formulate research-based solutions to solve problems that impact health delivery systems

Map your individual academic plan of courses with your College Advisor.

If students choose to transition to another program within the Health Sciences & Wellness pathway, they should be particularly aware of the choice points that indicate when a decision to branch off into another program must be made to ensure credits and time are not lost.

Coursework common to all degrees within this pathway is indicated by CAC, Common Academic Coursework, in the program map.

Associates of Applied Science degree: Prior to enrolling in the Bachelor of Applied Science coursework, students must have completed an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from a regionally accredited institution. Students new to LCCC who have not completed an AAS degree should first enroll in and complete one of the many program offerings available by the College.

Achievements and Next Steps

Choice Points

Students choosing to pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science degree would need to apply for admission during their last semester of the Associate of Applied Science degree.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science degree Credits: 60+

General Education

Students must complete a minimum of 30 General Education credits and satisfy the Wyoming Statutory Requirement for United States and Wyoming constitutional knowledge prior to or as a part of their bachelor’s degree. Most students with a completed AAS degree will bring a significant number of general education credits from their previous coursework. Some general education courses are included in the bachelor’s degree program. However, students may need to take additional courses to satisfy the general education requirements. Please work with your advisor on determining general education requirements and building them into your academic plan.
As a part of their associate degree, bachelor degree, or additional coursework, students must complete a minimum of 30 credits of general education to fulfill the requirements for a Bachelor of Applied Science degree at LCCC. General Education coursework must demonstrate proficiency in Oral Communication, Written Communication, Quantitative Literacy, Natural Sciences, Human Cultures, Creative Expression, Human Society and the Individual, and the Wyoming Statutory Requirement for constitutional knowledge.

Milestones

Completion of Associate of Applied Science degree.
Completion of the LCCC general education core and eligible for the Interstate Passport.

First Semester

Course Requirements

ECON 1010 - Macroeconomics Credits: 3
ACCT 3080 - Accounting for Decision Makers Credits: 3
BADM 3010 - Business and Professional Writing Credits: 3 (Satisfies Upper Division General Education Requirement)
MGT 3210 - Management and Organization Credits: 3
HCA 3010 - Foundations of Healthcare Management Credits: 3

Milestones

Completion of ECON 1010 , ACCT 3080 , BADM 3010 , and MGT 3210 as prerequisites for other courses.

Semester Total: 15 Credits

Second Semester

Course Requirements

BADM 2010 - Legal Environment for Business Credits: 3
BADM 3020 - Data Analysis for Managers Credits: 3
MGT 3410 - Human Resources Management Credits: 3
IMGT 3020 - Information Management and Security Credits: 3
HLTK 2300 - Health Care Ethics Credits: 3

Milestones

Completion of IMGT 3020 and BADM 2010 as prerequisites for other courses.

Semester Total: 15 Credits

Third Semester

Course Requirements

HCA 3040 - Public Health Credits: 3
HCA 3020 - Health Informatics Credits: 3
HCA 3030 - Healthcare Law Credits: 3
MKT 3210 - Intro to Marketing Credits: 3
MGT 3420 - Organizational Behavior and Leadership Credits: 3

Milestones

Completion of MGT 3420 as prerequisites for other courses.

Total Semester Credits: 15 Credits

Fourth Semester

Course Requirements

DSCI 4260 - Project Management Credits: 3
HCA 4010 - Healthcare Quality and Performance Improvement Credits: 3
HCA 4020 - Finance for Healthcare Credits: 3
HCA 4030 - Healthcare Policy and Regulation Credits: 3
HCA 4395 - Healthcare Administration Capstone Credits: 3

Milestones

Graduation with BAS in Healthcare Administration.

Total Semester Credits: 15

Program Credit Hour Total: 120+ Credits

Program Comments

The information below is intended to be a guide, and does not guarantee regional job placement, job availability, or a specific wage after completion of the program. The potential jobs listed below may require some work experience after graduation. The Bachelor of Applied Science, Healthcare Administration degree is intended to give students the academic coursework and experience helpful in obtaining administrative positions in hospitals, clinics, public health, and a variety of other healthcare facilities.

Additional information on careers in Healthcare Administration is available through Career Coach.

Transfer Information

LCCC courses may transfer to institutions in addition to those with formal articulation agreements. Students are strongly encouraged to determine the degree requirements and transfer policy of the specific college/university and program to which they plan to transfer.