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 University of North Alabama.
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 University of North Alabama 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 University of North Alabama 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.