SUGGESTED MINORS
The Limestone Health Care Administration program prepares those pursuing a career in administrative positions in the health care industry. This program is ideal for students interested in management and administration, as well as contributing to the well-being of others. This program exposes students to all areas of health care administration, including health care policy, health care quality, finance, legal issues, information systems, and economics as they influence the delivery of healthcare.
CAREER COMPETENCIES
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
Business Administration Business Writing Gender Studies International Studies Professional Communication Communication Critical Thinking Leadership Technology
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
ENGAGE
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog
Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly
Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections
Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing
Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions
Consider adding a minor another field such as Meet with your new faculty progress to degree
SUCCESS
Begin researching jobs in your field of study and narrow down to Top 5 choices
Create Handshake account
Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Schedule a mock interview Career & Professional Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship
Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice
Explore average salaries for your career
Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet
Create a LinkedIn profile Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying
LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
LEARNING EVERYWHERE
FOR
PREPARE
YEARS FINAL YEAR
minor or certificate in Business Writing
faculty advisor to check
SAINTS ADVANTAGE
Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
CAREER PATHS
Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements
Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents
Apply to graduate events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner
interview with the Center for Professional Development
Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume business attire or visit the Saints
profile Graduate School Fair to explore applying
Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair
Create networking opportunities with student membership in the SC Hospital Association
Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium
Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce
Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references
Apply for jobs in your field
Healthcare Account Manager Healthcare Marketer Pharmaceutical Sales Manager
Office Manager Reimbursement Specialist Business Development Manager
FURTHER EDUCATION
MBA M.S. Health Informatics
Certified Medical Manager Certification (CMM)
SKILLS
Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve
Detail oriented & strong analytical skills
Highly developed technical skills
Strong affinity for financial matters
MIDDLE
GRADUATE SUCCESS
The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2022 graduate survey)
Currently, 1 in every 6 jobs in America are in the health care industry.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the health care sector will grow 14% from 2018 to 2028.
The fastest-growing industries in the health care and social assistance sector are general medical and surgical hospitals, home health care services, and individual/ family services.
Students currently employed in the health care field may find that after completion of this program, they may advance to mid-level and upper-level management positions.
FACULTY PERSPECTIVE
50% Employed
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:
Lindsay Bartholomew
Justin Davis
Katie Jones
Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher
Stacey Mason
Michelle Phillips-Meek
Kelly Tillinghast
“Our successful health care administration graduates are prepared to make strategic decisions that influence small independent clinics, health system departments, and government policy. Their in-depth understanding of the US Health Care System, leadership skills, policy, finance, and communication position them with an opportunity to develop workplace solutions for affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare services. Our program alumni are well prepared to be change agents who demonstrate competence in improving the health outcomes of the US population.”
Dr. Megan Richmond, CCC-SLP, CLC, NTMCT, CATC Assistant Professor & Program Coordinator of Healthcare Administration
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
1115 College Drive Gaffney, South Carolina 29340
limestone.edu/health-care-administration
FAST FACTS & MARKET TRENDS
50% Continued Education
