University of Phoenix
You work hard. A college degree does too.
With convenient class locations as well as online learning,
University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly
accessible for working students. Whether you're seeking an
associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help
you reach your goal--and sooner than you may think.
About University of Phoenix
Higher Education. Highly Accessible
At the largest private university in North America, you can
attend classes at one of our more than 190 convenient locations.
Or learn online--on your schedule. Regardless of where or how you
attend class, you'll receive a real-world education with real
value.
- Earn your degree sooner than you think.
- Attend class at times and places that fit your schedule.
- Learn from instructors who have substantial experience in the
fields they teach.
- Receive personal attention in small, interactive classes.
- Acquire the knowledge and skills that are in high demand.
How It Works
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Earn your degree when, where and how you want.
University of Phoenix fits your lifestyle and learning style.
Depending upon the degree program you select, you can attend
class on campus or online. Some campuses offer a combined
campus-based and online learning format. While widely available,
not all learning formats are offered at all locations.
Campus-Based Learning Format
Providing the convenience of attending classes near your
home or workplace.
- Attend class just once a week. Classes are offered in the
evening or on weekends. Some campuses offer day classes.
- Complete homework assignments on your own, as well as with
your learning team.
Online Learning Format
Providing the flexibility of a 100% online education.
- Complete coursework through electronic forums
- Download lectures and assignments from your student website
and study them at your convenience.
- Login to class at least four days per week for University
of Phoenix or three days per week for Axia College of
University of Phoenix. You choose the days and times.
- Build teamwork skills by collaborating on learning team
assignments.
Finance Options
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Your degree is within reach.
University of Phoenix strives to make higher education highly
accessible. Finance options, including financial aid, are
available for those who qualify. Options include:
Financial Aid
Several low-interest financial aid options are available.
University of Phoenix participates in many federal student aid
programs, including the Stafford Student Loan, PLUS Loan and
the Pell Grant.
Financing Options
University of Phoenix offers numerous options for financing
your education. Our cash-paying plans let you pay for one
course at a time rather than an entire semester or year at
once. Alternatively, pre-paying tuition will guarantee that
your rate will not increase for the duration of your program.
Company Funding
University of Phoenix is eligible for most company
reimbursement programs.
Programs
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Get a real-world education.
Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's or advanced
degree, University of Phoenix can help. Program availability
varies by location and format.
Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration
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The Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration focuses on
health care organizations, roles of health care workers, public
policy, information technology, financial management, and
regulatory and ethical issues of health care. Students will
discuss current strengths, weaknesses and challenges of the U.S.
health care system. Students will also critically examine the
current state of health and disease, health cares laws and
ethics, the psychology of health and financial operations of the
health care system.
Medical Records
The Medical Records specialization lays a foundation for
further study in health care at the undergraduate level. Topics
focus on medical terminology related to disease diagnosis and
treatment, patient information management and medical claims
processing. Software instruction synthesizes a variety of
records processes common in medical facilities.
Pharmacy Practice
A specialization in Pharmacy Practice is also offered within
the Associate of Arts in Health Care Administration
Associate of Arts in Human Services Management
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The Associate of Arts in Human Services Management focuses on
providing a solid foundation for future workers in the industry.
Some of the content is focused in the areas of human services
organizations, roles of human services workers, public policy,
multicultural practices, information technology, financial
management, and regulatory and ethical issues. Some of the
activities included in the specialization are: creating care
plans, developing alternative funding strategies and determining
the characteristics of good human services management.
Bachelor of Science in Health Administration
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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration program is
designed to integrate a foundation of general education and
applied sciences with the expertise that prepares the graduate
for professional careers in a variety of health care or related
health settings. The curriculum addresses the basic body of
knowledge, understanding and skills identified to be relevant to
health care services such as management, finance and accounting,
legal and ethical parameters, health disease factors, and human
and informational resources. In addition, majors provide the
student with initial educational preparation for careers in
long-term care and health information systems.
Bachelor of Science in Health Administration - Health Information
Systems
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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration - Health
Information Systems program is designed to integrate a foundation
of general education and applied sciences with the expertise that
prepares the graduate for professional careers in a variety of
health care or related health settings.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration curriculum
addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills
identified as relevant to health care services such as
management, finance and accounting, legal and ethical parameters,
health and disease factors, and human information resources. In
addition, the health information major provides the student with
initial educational preparation to gain insight into the current
and emerging world of health information systems. The reshaping
of information and technology in health care requires workers to
have a broad range of knowledge associated with the functions of
an increasingly automated health care environment.
Bachelor of Science in Health Administration - Long Term Care
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The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration - Long-Term Care
program is designed to integrate a foundation of general
education and applied sciences with the expertise that prepares
the graduate for professional careers in a variety of health care
or related health settings.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration curriculum
addresses the basic body of knowledge, understanding and skills
identified as relevant to health care services such as
management, finance and accounting, legal and ethical parameters,
health and disease factors, and human information resources. In
addition, the long-term care major allows the student to gain
initial educational preparation for the myriad of opportunities
within this health care arena. The continuum of long term care
has grown and expanded from the old traditional view to now
encompass a wide range of comprehensive health, mental health and
social services that spans a vast number of organizations. Long
term care and the resources needed to provide services will offer
many opportunities and challenges for health care in the coming
decades.
Bachelor of Science in Human Services - Management
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The Bachelor of Science in Human Services - Management program
prepares graduates by giving them knowledge and basic skills to
work in the human services industry. This degree is an integrated
program combining academic instruction in the foundations of
human services such as counseling, social work and psychology. In
addition, the curriculum trains students in the fields of
planning, organizing, leading, assessing and evaluating. Students
prepare for careers in management in the growing area of human
services.
Master of Health Administration
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The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program prepares
leaders who can effectively respond to the dynamic and
ever-changing health care industry. These individuals have a
capacity to critically examine and evaluate issues and trends and
are empowered to influence the destiny of the global health care
system. Curriculum is tailored to the needs of the health care
leader/manager by providing content in finance, policy, research,
technology, quality improvement, economics, marketing and
strategic planning. In addition, students will also be asked to
complete course work related to their area of concentration such
as public health, long-term care and health informatics.
Graduates of the MHA program will enhance their
management/administrative background and specialty area with the
completion of a curriculum that provides students with the latest
theories and contemporary practice applications. Graduates are
able to define their role within the health care system and
understand how to make necessary changes to create a work
environment which is team oriented and motivating to others.
Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Business Administration
in Health Care Management
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The Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Business
Administration in Health Care Management program is designed to
provide nurses with a unique blend of advanced nursing and
business management skills needed to manage today's innovative
health care delivery systems. The program combines essentials
from both degree programs to provide students with the knowledge
and skills necessary to enhance and support patient services. The
program emphasizes the identification, analysis and solution of
complex management problems that require technical understanding
and balanced decision making. Although a functional knowledge of
accounting, finance and management underlies the program, equal
attention is given to the development of report writing, oral
reporting and group process skills.
Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Health Administration
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The MSN/MHA program is designed to provide nurses with a unique
blend of advanced nursing and healthcare related business skills
to manage in today's evolving health care delivery systems. The
program combines essential elements from both degree programs to
provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to
effectively examine and evaluate issues and trends impacting
health care. Additionally, this program is accredited by the
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
The MSN program is designed for those nurses who want to pursue
more advanced positions in today's challenging health care
environment. The program blends nursing theory and advanced
practice concepts necessary to successful work within the
structure, culture and mission of any size health care
organization or educational setting.
The MSN program consists of three major areas: the core, the
major and the cognate. The core incorporates the major foci of
the Master of Science in Nursing degree: the theory of nursing
influence, influence of nursing research and the advanced
practice of nursing. The major includes advanced course work in
nursing: management of families and aggregates, administration
and education. The cognate is fulfilled through the MHA program
content.
The MHA curriculum focuses on the content related to finance,
economics, policy, quality improvement, marketing and strategic
planning. In addition, students complete course work in concepts
related to public health, long term care and health care
informatics. Graduates will enhance their
management/administrative backgrounds through a curriculum that
provides students with the ability to apply theory to
contemporary practice applications. Graduates are able to define
their role within the health care system and understand how to
make necessary changes to create a work environment which is team
oriented and motivating to others.
Doctor of Health Administration
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The Doctor of Health Administration (DHA) program prepares
leaders to respond effectively to the dynamic and ever-changing
health care industry. These individuals will have a capacity to
critically examine and evaluate issues and trends and feel
empowered to influence the destiny of the health care system.
Other Certificates
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University of Phoenix online also offers certificates in health
care informatics and gerontology. A bachelor's degree is required
for the certificate in health care informatics.
One university understands how you live today. And where you want
to go tomorrow. University of Phoenix. Thinking ahead.
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