Healthcare Administration Certificate
Graduate Certificate
Develop business acumen with specialized industry knowledge by earning a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration from John Carroll University.
If you work in healthcare — or want to — this program will help you advance your career. In just one year, you’ll be prepared to tackle contemporary healthcare challenges and drive innovation and excellence in your organization. Designed for working professionals, you can put your new knowledge into action right away.
Curriculum
Curriculum: What You Will Learn
The curriculum is structured to position our graduates to continue their education or directly enter the workforce. Using the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) 2023 Competencies Assessment Tool, the core requirements and experiences are designed to ensure that students are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry and contribute to the effective management and administration of healthcare services. All classes are taught live online at 6 PM ET in a 7.5 week course format.
Admission
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Online application
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Applicants are admitted on a rolling basis.
However, for best consideration, applications for specific terms should be received by the following dates:
- August 1: For a Fall semester start
- December 1: For a Spring semester start
- April 1: For a summer semester start
Where Our Alumni Go
With their graduate certificate, many participants advance within their existing workplace. Some pursue new and specialized opportunities with other healthcare organizations. Others may use the program to break into the healthcare field. Here are a few places our certificates students come from — or go to.
Other JCU Graduate Programs
If you’re interested in advanced studies in leadership, these JCU master’s programs may also appeal to you and this certificate satisfies some MBA requirements.
Next Steps
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