SF Business Programs Brochure (2020)

BUSINESS

PROGRAMS

BUSINESS PROGRAMS

Santa Fe College’s Business Programs offer a variety of degree and certificate options to accommodate your career goals in business. A business degree or certificate from SF proves that you have the knowledge, drive and ability to succeed in a small business or a large, multinational corporation. These programs prepare you for entry into the workforce. The coursework is intended to give you immediately marketable job skills. While they are not primarily designed for university transfer, you can transfer to a Santa Fe College bachelor’s degree program in some cases.

CERTIFICATES AND DEGREES DEFINED CERTIFICATE Certificate programs offer career and technical courses to prepare you for entry directly into employment. Certificates do not require 60 credit hours of college course work. Students must meet specific basic skills requirements in English, mathematics and writing. A certificate typically takes six months to one year to complete.

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE The Associate in Science (A.S.) degree program is designed to get you ready for a career, but in some cases it may transfer to a bachelor’s program. A.S. programs are a good balance of general education coursework and hands-on training with the end goal of preparing you to enter the workforce with a competitive skill set.

The A.S. degree typically takes two years to complete.

4

BACHELOR’S DEGREE A bachelor’s degree is the highest degree you can achieve in undergraduate education. Santa Fe College offers Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degrees in certain program areas. For most, a bachelor’s degree at SF is the next step after obtaining an A.A. or an A.S. degree. It allows students to continue to build skills and advance in a career field.

A bachelor’s degree typically requires two additional years after completing an A.A. or A.S. degree.

PROGRAMS OFFERED • Accounting • Business Administration - Insurance and Risk Management • Business Administration - Management • Data Management Analytics (DMA) • Health Information Technology • Health Services Administration • Health Services Management • Office Administration • Office Administration - Office Specialist • Organizational Management • Paralegal Studies • Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Medical Coder

DATA MANAGEMENT ANALYTICS (DMA) CERTIFICATE (CCC) The Data Management Analyst College Credit Certificate (CCC) prepares students for employment as entry-level data analysts who are capable of acquiring, managing, analyzing data and presenting the data so that better clinical and business decisions can be made.

This certificate is also a great supplement to HIM professionals and other allied health care personnel currently employed in health care who want to increase their data management and analytic skills. The content includes medical terminology, health care delivery systems, introduction to health care informatics, electronic health/medical record systems, data management, data analysis, project management skills, ethical and legal concepts, health data content, health care statistics, statistics and employability skills.

PROGRAM LENGTH: 24 Credit Hours

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION - OFFICE SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE (CCC) The Office Specialist College Credit Certificate (CCC) is an 18 credit hour program in office operations and procedures. Positions available to program graduates might include word processor, clerk, and general office worker, among others. All courses in this certificate program apply towards the A.S. degree in Office Administration. The sample sequence should be followed closely by students; some adjustments may need to be made due to reduced summer offerings or other circumstances.

PROGRAM LENGTH: 18 Credit Hours

REVENUE CYCLE MANAGEMENT (RCM) - MEDICAL CODER CERTIFICATE (CCC) The Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Medical Coder/Biller College Credit Certificate (CCC) is an AHIMA PCAP approved, 37-credit hour program. Medical coding professionals provide reliable and valid information for reimbursement and research. A coder is a specialist who can convert the health information to diagnosis and procedures codes that assist health care providers to receive proper reimbursement to include auditing and compliance functions. Since coders understand the data, they also can analyze the data.

Coding professionals work in a multitude of settings throughout the healthcare industry including hospitals, physician offices, clinics, long-term care facilities, insurance companies, government agencies and home care providers.

PROGRAM LENGTH: 37 Credit Hours

5

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The Associate in Science in Accounting prepares students for careers such as accounts receivable coordinators, accounts payable coordinators, bookkeepers, credit and collections coordinators, payroll coordinators, accountants, auditors, tax preparers and other accounting paraprofessionals in advanced professional accounting occupations. The program is designed for both full-time and part-time students.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The Associate in Science in Business Administration prepares you for employment in business management, marketing and accounting through a variety of coursework in different areas of business.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The insurance profession has great opportunities for immediate hire upon graduation and future promotion. This program prepares you for a career in the personal or commercial property and casualty insurance industry in areas such as HR, marketing, IT and sales.

6

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years

PARALEGAL STUDIES ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The Associate in Science in Paralegal Studies program prepares you for employment as a legal assistant—also known as a paralegal—in settings such as law offices, court houses and state agencies. Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible to take the Certified Legal Assistant Exam sponsored by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The Health Information Technology (HIT) Associate in Science degree is a CAHIIM accredited 70-credit hour program. HIT professionals are experts in managing, securing and protecting patient health information. They have a diverse skill set and can perform all aspects of operations management for any health care provider. One hundred percent of the courses are available ONLINE; professional practices required; with proctored testing requirements. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the AHIMA RHIT National Certification exam to include the medical coding certifications, CCA, CCS or CPC. Upon graduation, the student not only will graduate with an A.S. degree but also will receive their medical coder biller certificate. When students include taking STA2023, upon graduation, the student becomes eligible to receive the data management analytics specialist certificate. HIT professionals work in a multitude of settings throughout the health care industry such as hospitals, physician offices, long-term care facilities, insurance companies and government agencies.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years 7

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The Associate in Science degree in Office Administration prepares you for a job as an administrative assistant.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years

HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE (A.S.) The Associate in Science, Health Services Management program is designed for individuals with an interest in health care management and students preparing to transfer into SF’s Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Health Services Administration program. Health services professionals provide important administrative and supportive services in a plethora of health care settings.

After successfully completing this program, the students will demonstrate a knowledge of health care delivery systems, legal and ethical considerations, information technology application in health care, leadership and administrative responsibilities, and basic finance, accounting and budgeting functions.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Two years

8

ACCOUNTING BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE (B.S.) The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting program is designed to provide comprehensive training in accounting with curriculum that includes intermediate and advanced accounting, accounting theory, tax, auditing, managerial accounting, governmental and non-profit accounting, accounting information systems and financial statement analysis. Students will learn techniques that apply to real-world problem solving and begin preparation for a variety of positions in the field of accounting.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Associate degree + two years

ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE (B.A.S.) The program provides a smooth transition into bachelor’s-level studies for students with an A.A. and A.S. degree as well as an excellent opportunity for those currently employed who seek advancement and find that a bachelor’s degree in management/leadership would open up more opportunities. You will be exposed to the theory and practice of business management with classes on finance, economics, law, human resources and organizational behavior. Courses are offered in an online and hybrid structure to give full-time and part-time students the most flexibility in their schedules.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Associate degree + two years

9

HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE (B.A.S.) The Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Services Administration (HSA) program prepares you to be a manager in the health care field. As a health services manager, you will have a multitude of exciting responsibilities such as planning, directing, coordinating and supervising the provision of health care services. The HSA program will prepare you for career opportunities in many areas including finance, consulting, operations, practice management, quality management, human resources and research grant administration. You will be able to use your diverse skills working in a variety of health service areas, including hospitals and hospital systems, health insurers and managed care organizations, pharmaceutical companies, physician practices, long-term care facilities, consulting firms, medical suppliers and device manufacturers and wellness centers. The HSA program provides degree completion opportunities for individuals from a variety of educational backgrounds. Courses are taught online, as our program has been designed to accommodate nontraditional students. Additionally, you will have ample opportunity to interact with HSA faculty, student colleagues and industry professionals

PROGRAM LENGTH: Associate degree + two years

10

EA/EO and ACCREDITATION COMMITMENT TO EQUAL ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status.

This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to SF’s Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, 3000 NW 83rd Street, R-Annex, Room 113, Gainesville, Florida 32606, 352-395-5950, equity.officer@sfcollege.edu.

SACSCOC ACCREDITATION STATEMENT Santa Fe College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Santa Fe College.

The purpose for publishing the Commission’s address and contact numbers is to enable interested constituents (1) to learn about the accreditation status of Santa Fe College, (2) to file a third-party comment at the time of Santa Fe College’s decennial review, or (3) to file a complaint against Santa Fe College for alleged non-compliance with a standard or requirement.

To find out more about the college’s accreditation status, visit the SACSCOC website and type in Santa Fe College in the Search By Institution Name or Keyword search box.

To learn more about college admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., please contact Santa Fe College directly.

DIRECTORY INFORMATION sfcollege.edu/business 352-395-5135 Fax: 352-395-5286 LOCATION: Administrative Offices 3000 NW 83rd Street, C-101 Gainesville, FL 32606

Doug Robertson, Advisor Phone: 352-395-5139 Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Email: douglas.robertson@sfcollege.edu Catherine Thibodeau Lawton, Advisor Phone: 352-395-5136 Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Email: catherine.lawton@sfcollege.edu

11

Paid for by funds granted under the federal Carl D. Perkins Act. Produced by SF Communications & Creative Services. 2-2020