Online Allied Health Management Degree :: Accredited Universities

You're already making a difference through the work you love. Now take it to the next level with our online Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences. It’s a flexible, affordable and uniquely tailored way to build on the skills and experience you’ve acquired professionally and gain the knowledge to take on new challenges in your chosen clinical discipline.

Exclusively designed for professionals with an associate degree in the allied health field, Southern New Hampshire University’s transfer-friendly online health science degree is structured to maximize your transfer of credits for prior coursework – so you can make the most of what you’ve learned previously and take only the classes you need to obtain your bachelor’s degree. At the same time, it lets you enrich your general knowledge base and develop further expertise in specific healthcare-related coursework, preparing you for success in supervisory and management roles.

With employment opportunities in the healthcare field rising steadily, you’ll be well poised to meet the 22% increase in demand the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics projects for Medical Health Services Managers by the year 2022. Be ready to meet the needs in your field with an online health science degree from Southern New Hampshire University.

Why an Online Health Science Degree at SNHU?
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- Transfer-friendly enrollment – our BS in Health Sciences is uniquely tailored to make the most of prior coursework.

- An affordable degree from a private, accredited, nonprofit university

- Online classes let you arrange your coursework around your schedule

- Comprehensive curriculum, taught by real-world experts
Unparalleled support, every step of the way, from enrollment to career services and beyond

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a diploma from a U.S. high school or equivalent program.

International applicants
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Undergraduate applications will be considered for admission to the upcoming term start on a rolling basis. Eligibility for admission is based upon the following:

- Applicants need to have completed the equivalent of a US Secondary School

- Applicants will require the equivalent of a 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by:

TOEFL score of 71 and greater, IELTS score of 6.5 and greater, PTE score of 49 and greater, ELS score of 111 and greater, EF score of 107 and greater, and Michigan score of 85 and greater. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

Other Fees

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The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care is a degree program designed for health care professionals who have graduated from accredited certificate and/or associate degree programs and wish to acquire baccalaureate-level competencies in health sciences theory and professional health care issues.

Students graduating from this health science degree program are better positioned to advance in their careers as health care professionals or within an allied health profession. To succeed, advance and remain competitive in a continuously changing health care industry, it is imperative that all health care professionals gain a more comprehensive understanding of the evolving health care system, including current and future regulatory requirements, trends in practice guidelines and new standards for quality and performance.

The Bachelor of Science program prepares health care professionals to meet these complex demands and may open doors to professional opportunities, particularly for those seeking middle-management and supervisory positions. The allied health professions are distinct from dentistry, optometry, medicine and nursing and encompass a great range of career opportunities, including the following roles: dietitian/nutritionist, EMT, health care administrator, medical assistant, medical transcriptionist, respiratory therapist and physical therapist.

The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences degree with an emphasis in Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care examines the following topics: advanced patient care, risk management and health care regulations, transcultural care, ethics, applied statistics and research application in health care. Particular emphasis is placed on current issues and trends affecting professional practice and health policy.

Entry Requirements

Applicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:

High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Applicants holding their GED should refer to the University Policy Handbook for separate requirements.

Transferring from Another College, University or Program
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Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.

Second Bachelor's Degree
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Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above.

Other Fees

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SU's Master of Health Services Management is designed for practising and aspiring managers in health services who are seeking a formal management qualification to complement their experience and/or undergraduate qualifications.

The Master of Health Services Management is appropriate for a diverse range of health professionals such as medical, paramedical, nursing, allied health and general administrative personnel. The interdisciplinary nature of the student group is a distinctive feature of the course.

The course aims to help students develop their managerial competencies by equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate efficiency, effectiveness and a high quality of service in performance at personal, department and organisational level. A high quality of conceptualisation is required to be demonstrated at Master level. It is expected, for example, that students will be able to demonstrate a capacity to evaluate the relevance of different conceptual approaches to management issues in the context of their own experience and workplace.

A distinct feature of the program, which is only delivered by distance education, is its online support including electronic assignment transmission, forums or threaded bulletin boards, direct email to Course Coordinators, and access to electronic databases and journals. The forums allow students to raise issues of concern, and ensure not only contemporary learning, but also an exchange between professionals in different healthcare systems. There are no examinations and assessment tasks are largely workplace based or situated.

Study materials includes printed packages containing course overview, study guide and selected readings. Additional electronic resources are updated frequently and often within the session of study to complement the study resources provided.

Entry Requirements

For Australian and New Zealand students there are two levels of entry for students undertaking the Master of Health Services Management:

Entry type 1

Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have at least two years' experience in the health industry. Students undertake 12 subjects (five core and seven elective subjects totalling 96 points).

Entry type 2

Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have completed or concurrently undertake a management trainee program sponsored by the Australian College of Health Service Executives (ACHSE). Students undertake eight subjects (five core and three elective subjects) in the Master program and are awarded 32 points credit for the completion of the ACHSE program following the successful completion of those eight subjects.

For Canadian students, there is one level of entry for students undertaking the Master of Health Services Management:

Entry type 1

Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have at least two years' experience in the health industry. Students undertake 12 subjects (five core and seven elective subjects totalling 96 points).

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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SU's Master of Health Services Management is designed for practising and aspiring managers in health services who are seeking a formal management qualification to complement their experience and/or undergraduate qualifications.

The Master of Health Services Management is appropriate for a diverse range of health professionals such as medical, paramedical, nursing, allied health and general administrative personnel. The interdisciplinary nature of the student group is a distinctive feature of the course.

The course aims to help students develop their managerial competencies by equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate efficiency, effectiveness and a high quality of service in performance at personal, department and organisational level. A high quality of conceptualisation is required to be demonstrated at Master level. It is expected, for example, that students will be able to demonstrate a capacity to evaluate the relevance of different conceptual approaches to management issues in the context of their own experience and workplace.

A distinct feature of the program, which is only delivered by distance education, is its online support including electronic assignment transmission, forums or threaded bulletin boards, direct email to Course Coordinators, and access to electronic databases and journals. The forums allow students to raise issues of concern, and ensure not only contemporary learning, but also an exchange between professionals in different healthcare systems. There are no examinations and assessment tasks are largely workplace based or situated.

Study materials includes printed packages containing course overview, study guide and selected readings. Additional electronic resources are updated frequently and often within the session of study to complement the study resources provided.

Entry Requirements

For Australian and New Zealand students there are two levels of entry for students undertaking the Master of Health Services Management:

Entry type 1

Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have at least two years' experience in the health industry. Students undertake 12 subjects (five core and seven elective subjects totalling 96 points).

Entry type 2

Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have completed or concurrently undertake a management trainee program sponsored by the Australian College of Health Service Executives (ACHSE). Students undertake eight subjects (five core and three elective subjects) in the Master program and are awarded 32 points credit for the completion of the ACHSE program following the successful completion of those eight subjects.

For Canadian students, there is one level of entry for students undertaking the Master of Health Services Management:

Entry type 1

Students must hold an undergraduate degree and have at least two years' experience in the health industry. Students undertake 12 subjects (five core and seven elective subjects totalling 96 points).

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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Study under Australia's leading occupational researchers and make a difference to the lives of individuals and communities affected by environmental and work-related injury and illness with this practical master's degree.

You will gain the skills and knowledge to prevent and manage occupational risks and related health problems. This degree provides you with the skills necessary to evaluate health problems in communities thought to be associated with industrial activities, and control related hazards and risks.

It is particularly suitable for medical practitioners, nurses, allied health personnel, scientists and occupational health and safety managers.

Most of the course is offered by off-campus learning, with compulsory block requirements each semester. The program comprises ten core units and two electives including a minor research project option. The core units cover OHS, epidemiology, biostatistics, chemical and biological hazards, workplace hazard assessment and control, ergonomic and physical hazards, the psychosocial work environment, environmental influences on health, safety management systems, and research methods.

You can move from this course into our research-intensive Master of Public Health or exit early with a Graduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Health if you meet the requirements.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline and relevant professional experience. The department will individually assess applications from students without a degree who have extensive professional experience.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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