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Healthcare Law and Ethics is concerned with how the law regulates certain aspects of healthcare practice, why it does so, and whether it does so effectively, and in accordance with ethical principles.

The programme has been devised to accommodate busy healthcare professionals. Unlike other programmes, this one is not open to law graduates, but has been designed specifically for those whose first degree is in a healthcare subject such as medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, etc.

The programme aims to give you an understanding and appreciation of law and ethics as they apply to professional practice. It will help you understand legal and ethical concepts, terminology and sources of law.

It is offered on a part-time, modular basis with the emphasis being on Distance Learning. This flexibility allows you to study at a time and place of your own choosing and at a pace that is comfortable for you.

Entry Requirements

EU and International students visit our EU and International webpages for entry requirements tailored to your home country.

You should have:

EITHER a medical or dental degree, OR an upper second class degree or above in another health care subject, including nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, with at least 2 years post-qualifying experience, OR a minimum of 5 years' practice in a healthcare profession

PLUS two references from colleagues or employers who believe that you are suitable for enrolment to the programme

PLUS basic IT Skills (web browsing, word documents and familiarity with PowerPoint)

English Language Requirement:
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IELTS of 6.5, with minimum of 6.0 in the writing component (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

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Notes

This course is offered on a part-time, modular basis with the emphasis being on Distance Learning.
The modules will be delivered by a combination of student workbooks and on-line support via a software package called 'Blackboard VLE' (Virtual Learning Environment). This allows students to access all the materials and assignments they need for this programme on-line from their own PC, whether at work or at home.

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The MA/Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Ethics & Law is provided by the Centre for Social Ethics and Policy of The School of Law.
Intakes are in September of each year.
No attendance is required at the University.
Students on the MA complete 5 course units and an independent research dissertation.

This programme aims to provide the highest quality training in healthcare ethics and health law.

Students will gain an expert knowledge and understanding of ethical and medico-legal theories, and the skills needed to apply them to real world scenarios in a diverse range of contexts. You will cover a wide variety of ethical and legal subjects including autonomy, consent, refusal of treatment, confidentiality, the moral status of the fetus, resource allocation, genetic testing, HIV testing, medical malpractice, clinical negligence, organ and tissue transplantation, fertility treatment, genetic manipulation, research ethics, stem cell research and euthanasia.

Although no attendance at the University is required for this programme, we do encourage all students to attend Study Days that are held each year, as a way of meeting both staff and fellow students involved in the programme. Students are also encouraged to participate in online discussion groups.

Students are also provided with one-to-one tutorial support from staff at the Centre via email, telephone or on campus throughout the programme.

Entry Requirements

MA applicants must hold a minimum Upper Second Class honours degree, or the overseas equivalent, in a relevant subject (e.g. medicine, law, philosophy, nursing, religious studies). In exceptional circumstances candidates who do not have first degree, but who can demonstrate professional competence, may be admitted on the Postgraduate Diploma course.

Candidates without a first degree may register initially for the Postgraduate Diploma and will be considered for transfer to the MA. A decision as to whether transfer can take place will be made once marks for all taught components are available. Transfer is dependent upon the student reaching Master's level in the taught modules.

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Students whose first language is not English are required to hold IELTS 7.0 with a minimum writing score of 7, or an equivalent score in the IBT- TOEFL, PEARSON, or Cambridge CAE.

It is also recommended that applicants with 6.5 in IELTS attend pre-sessional English language courses at the University. Depending on your score in the writing component, we will offer you a place on a 20 weeks, 10 weeks or 5 weeks course. Booking deadlines apply.

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Become a part of one of the largest industries in the United States and around the world in the ever-growing field of healthcare.

Learn to plan and direct in a fast-paced and ever-changing industry. Whether you’re managing s department or an entire clinic, you’ll need a strong foundation in business, marketing, human resources, communication, decision-making, and finance. Learn these fundamental skills and more through real-world application and the study of healthcare best practices.

Healthcare is an ever-changing and ever-growing industry. In this online healthcare management degree program, you will develop the skills you need to stay ahead of the curve with a knowledge base of quality healthcare systems, risk management, managed care, insurance, health care laws and regulations, ethics, and other information and practices that are important to managing in a demanding healthcare environment.

Entry Requirements

To be fully admitted into one of CSU-Global’s bachelor’s degree programs, you should have some prior college credit and a cumulative grade point average of 2.30 or above.

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The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a Specialization in Healthcare Management degree is geared toward helping students gain an understanding of how various business functions are integrated into healthcare, including systems that consider valid assumptions of human behavior, inter-organizational perspectives, medical needs, education and resources. In this industry-focused curriculum, students have an opportunity to study how administrative agencies translate legislation into statutory law and the role played by the media in shaping public opinion on health policy issues.

The ACBSP accredited Healthcare Management specialization program offers coursework that ranges from the basics of the healthcare industry to the management principles and responsibilities required for leadership positions in the industry today. Students who participate in this program can expect to learn to:

- Adapt and innovate to solve problems.

- Analyze various leader, follower, cultural and situational characteristics that contribute to leadership and adapt to the needs of situations, employees and co-workers.

- Develop plans to improve business operations.

- Recognize and manage potential ethical and legal conflicts.

- Communicate effectively in business situations.

- Assess the effect of changes in health policy on healthcare management.

- Evaluate the role of information systems management and technology in healthcare systems.

- Describe the functions of accrediting agencies and medical management committees.

Entry Requirements

The following requirements must be met in order for the admissions process to be successfully completed:

Complete all required online admissions application documents.

Submit proof of high school graduation or equivalent.

You will be required to complete an informational admissions interview.

Non-native speakers of English are required to provide proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL or other English proficiency assessment) prior to admission.

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CTU’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management program can provide a well-rounded study regimen in the exciting field of healthcare. The program offers instruction in the business and administrative side of the healthcare industry, including, but not limited to, patient access, revenue cycle management, project management, economics of healthcare and fundamentals of marketing and human resource management. You will also have an opportunity to learn important regulations and how to support your organization’s compliance needs, including patient privacy and HIPAA laws as well as changing issues in billing and insurance.

Entry Requirements

Proof of high school graduation* is an admissions requirement for new undergraduate students.

Interview. Connect with an Admissions Advisor, in person or by phone, to explore your goals and confirm your decision to pursue your degree at CTU.

Apply. Submit a completed Colorado Technical University undergraduate admission application online.

Submit documentation. Submit valid proof of high school graduation or equivalency documents. Non-native speakers of English are additionally required to provide proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL, IELTS or other English proficiency assessment results, prior to admission.

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