Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Healthcare Management

Graduates of the Health Science Program are expected to be prepared for advancement into graduate study. Grade standards are set to support acquisition of knowledge to prepare students for continued education. CORE courses are designated as “C to progress” courses, meaning that students must obtain a minimum grade of C in these courses to progress through the coursework. Students are also required to maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 for all courses taken at Central Penn College to complete requirements for the bachelor’s degree.

1. If a student scores below a C (73%) in one of the CORE courses they will have one opportunity to retake the course. 2. If on the second attempt the final grade falls below a C (73%) the student will not be able to continue in the program. 3. Maintenance of a 2.5 GPA is also required to remain in the program. Academic warning occurs when a student falls below 2.5 at the end of any academic term.

Academic dismissal occurs when a student’s GPA falls below a 2.5 and the student fails to demonstrate achievement of a 2.5 GPA in the following term. 4. Midterm warnings are issued when the course grade at midterm falls below a

“C”(73%). Students are advised to seek guidance immediately from the course faculty to develop remediation strategies that can support successful course completion. 5. The student has a right to appeal the dismissal decision. The Academic Grievance

Policy can be accessed online in the Central Penn College Catalog.

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Through the use of innovative online educational strategies, the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (BSHM) degree offers associate degree level healthcare professionals the opportunity for career advancement through a curriculum that encompasses critical thinking, problem solving and evidence based research.

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management program has the following criteria: • Students must have completed a minimum of 60 credits from an accredited institution and was awarded an associate degree in a health related field at the accredited institution. • Students must have a 2.5 GPA or higher at the institution awarding the associate degree. • Submit two professional reference letters.

• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral, in a manner reflective of business and healthcare professionals. • Evaluate how business concepts and models can be used to respond to the unique clinical, organizational, and fiscal demands in the dynamic healthcare environment. • Evaluate the complexities of healthcare organizations including the implications of work-place diversity, organizational change, and the corporate culture.

• Apply analytical reasoning and critical thinking skills to make informed decisions regarding resource allocation, human resource allocation, and medical ethics. • Analyze the role effective leadership models play in organizational performance and change. • Compare current healthcare management strategies utilizing evidence based scholarly inquiry.

The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (BSHM) degree program is a 120 credit major directed toward healthcare professionals who possess and associate’s degree, preferably hold a professional credential in a healthcare profession (e.g. respiratory therapy, medical information technician, cardiovascular technologist, paramedic, dental hygienist, medical assistant, physical therapy assistant, occupational therapy assistant). In addition to business and management coursework, the program’s curriculum also includes key courses in healthcare management, policy and healthcare delivery strategies. This degree can offer healthcare professionals opportunities within healthcare systems for career advancement into supervisory, management, or educational positions.

Graduates of the Healthcare Management Program are expected to be prepared for advancement into management or administrative roles in the workplace. CORE courses are designated as “C to progress” meaning that students must obtain a minimum grade of C in these courses to progress through the coursework. Students are also required to maintain an overall GPA of 2.5 for all courses taken at Central Penn College to complete requirements for the bachelor’s degree.

1. If a student scores below a “C” (73%) in one of the CORE courses they will have one opportunity to retake the course. 2. If on the second attempt the final grade falls below a “C” (73%) the student will not be able to continue in the program. 3. Maintenance of a 2.5 GPA is also required to remain in the program. Academic warning occurs when a student falls below 2.5 at the end of any academic term.

Academic dismissal occurs when a student’s GPA falls below a 2.5 and the student fails to demonstrate achievement of a 2.5 GPA in the following term. 4. Midterm warnings are issued when the course grade at midterm falls below a “C” (73%). Students are advised to seek guidance immediately from the course faculty to develop remediation strategies that can support successful course completion. 5. The student has a right to appeal the dismissal decision. The Academic Grievance

Policy can be accessed online in the Central Penn College Catalog.

Students who are enrolled in the BSHM program will be awarded up to 60 credits for their associate degree and 15 credits for professional credentials based on their individual transfer evaluations. Those students who do not hold a current professional credential, will be required to take 15 additional BSHM choice course credits.

The courses in parenthesis are prerequisites and must be fulfilled.

ALH255 Medical Law & Ethics (offered spring and fall terms) ALH320 Health Services Organization & Management (offered summer and winter terms) ALH330 Healthcare Policies & Politics (offered summer and winter terms) ALH388 Healthcare Quality Management (offered summer and winter terms) ALH405 Healthcare Leadership BUS120 Spreadsheet Applications BUS220 Principles of Management BUS245 Human Resources BUS365 Organizational Behavior ENG220 Business Communications IDS490 Capstone Bachelor Degree

Students choose from a range of courses to tailor their degree to their individual interests.

ALH365 Issues and Trends in Healthcare (offered spring and summer terms) ALH370 Healthcare Informatics (offered summer and winter term) ALH375 The Interprofessional Healthcare Team (offered spring and fall terms) ALH400 Hospital & Health Services Administration (offered spring and fall term) ALH410 Health Economics & Financial Strategies (offered summer and winter terms) ALH420 Healthcare Planning & Marketing (offered summer term) BUS215 Microeconomics BUS230 Principles of Marketing BUS302 Health, Safety and Security BUS303 Recruitment, Selection, and Placement BUS345 Operations Management BUS355 Project Management BUS380 Business Policy Formulation BUS401 Organizational Process Improvement BUS402 Organizational Change Management BUS450 Labor Relations BUS460 Evaluation & Assessment BUS465 Training & Development IDS400 Topics in Multiculturalism PHI210 Death and Dying SOC400 Leadership in Society SOC410 Race & Gender