National American University - Online

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As a busy adult, you know how important it is to choose the online university that can best meet your needs. National American University (NAU) has been helping working adults realize their educational and financial dreams since 1941.

When it comes to choosing the right educational institution, we understand the factors that go into a good decision and we can get you started with a list of important questions to ask of every school you are considering.

• Do they offer the degree I need?
• Are they experienced in online education?
• Can I take all of my courses online?
• Can I earn my degree in a timely and efficient way?
• Can the program adapt to my sometimes uncertain work and personal schedules?
• Does the school make it easy to get started without wasting my time?
• Is there a caring and supportive environment to help me succeed?
• Will I be learning in a culturally rich environment?

With 12 campus locations across the United States, affiliate universities and colleges around the world and online students worldwide, NAU offers you all the resources of a global institution of higher education. NAU's offerings in health care management reflect an especially exciting opportunity given the career options available to graduates in this discipline.

NAU also offers:

Financial Aid

Today more than ever you have many options to finance your education. Many adult learners working towards their degree are eligible for some kind of financial assistance, including:

• Scholarships and grants
• Low interest student loans
• Employer reimbursement
• Veteran's benefits and military tuition assistance

Career Services

All NAU students and graduates have access to a wide array of career services via the career services website. These services include job search information, résumé and job postings, guidance in résumé and cover letter writing, interviewing skills and networking tips, as well as links to mainstream job search banks.

Accreditation

National American University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association and the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.

We look forward to working with you to realize your education and career objectives. Contact an admissions coordinator at NAU today.

Online Diploma in Health Care Coding

NAU's Health Care Coding Diploma is an excellent career choice if you see yourself working in the in-demand health care field, but not necessarily directly with patients. As a graduate of this program, it will be your job to assemble patients' health information, making sure that patients' initial medical charts are complete, that all forms are completed and properly identified and authenticated, and that all necessary information is input into the computer. Ultimately, the goal is to help consumers gather all of their health information in one place so they can thoroughly understand it and share it securely with their health care providers so they get the care that best fits their individual needs. Upon completion of this program, you will have the opportunity to become a key member of the health care team in a hospital or other medical setting. Should you decide to further your education, this program will transfer seamlessly into NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology.

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Online Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology

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NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) is an excellent career choice if you see yourself working in the in-demand health care field, but not necessarily directly with patients. As a graduate of this program, it will be your job to assemble patients' health information, making sure that patients' initial medical charts are complete, that all forms are completed and properly identified and authenticated, and that all necessary information is input into the computer. Ultimately, the goal is to help consumers gather all of their health information in one place so they can thoroughly understand it and share it securely with their health care providers so they get the care that best fits their individual needs. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).

Online Associate of Applied Science in Medical Staff Services Management

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The AAS in Medical Staff Services Management (MSSM) degree is designed to prepare graduates to work in a hospital or health care facility as a credentialing expert. A certified MSSM is qualified to become an integral part of health care administration that would be responsible for the following:

• Managing compliance
• Adherence to government bylaws
• Credentialing of staff
• Operations management (staffing, budgets, database administration etc.)
• Continuing education
• Upholding organizational policies, procedures and regulations.

The course work for the MSSM program helps prepare you for the Certified Professional in Medical Services Management or the Certified Professional Credentialing Specialist examinations which are recognized as the standard in the medical services profession and are a symbol of excellence within the industry. Earning these credentials signifies that an individual has demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to perform competently in today's complex medical credentialing environment.

Online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management

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NAU's health care management degree is ideal preparation for students interested in management and leadership within the health care field. The program provides you deeper knowledge of current health care management topics, operations and practices. Courses address a wide range of analytical and problem-solving skills tailored to the industry. In addition, emphasis is placed on communications, teamwork, ethics and the skills for managing diversity.

The admissions requirements for this program include a balance of previous education and work experience to ensure the student's success in this area of study. Applicants' education and work experience combined should exceed a minimum of five years.

The US Department of Labor forecasts that there will be 45,000 annual job openings for medical and health services managers between 2002 and 2012, making a health care management degree a powerful factor in career advancement.

Other Programs

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Ask your admissions coordinator for more information about our online applied management, business administration, general education and information technology programs, as well as our Best of Both Worlds - IDP ™ MBA program that combines online and on-campus study.