Online Healthcare Degree Programs
Employment of healthcare occupations is expected to grow at a much faster rate than the average for all occupations1 —and many of these positions require a college degree or higher.1 Colorado Technical University's health administration services associate degree online program and undergraduate and graduate healthcare management online programs2 can help you prepare to pursue career paths in this growing industry, and these convenient online healthcare degree programs are designed to provide the flexibility and career-oriented focus you're looking for.
Associate of Science in Health Administration Services
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Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management
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Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management – Health Informatics
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Master of science in Healthcare Management – General
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Master of Science in Healthcare Management – Informatics
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Frequently Asked Questions
A degree program for healthcare administration often depends on an individual's career path goals and current educational background. A Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management can provide a solid foundation for entry- to mid-level roles, while a Master of Healthcare Management (MHCM) or an MBA with a healthcare management concentration is generally pursued for more senior leadership positions. CTU offers various degree program options and levels to help students prepare to pursue diverse roles in this evolving field.
Choosing between an MBA and an MHCM depends on your specific career path aspirations within healthcare. An MBA often provides a broader business management perspective applicable across industries, potentially with a specialization in healthcare, while an MHCM (Master of Science in Healthcare Management) focuses specifically on the complexities of healthcare systems, policy, and operations. Both can help you prepare to pursue leadership roles; the MHCM typically offers a more specialized approach to healthcare leadership. Colorado Technical University offers programs designed to develop effective leaders in healthcare services. Compare CTU's advanced degree programs for healthcare management.
A master's degree in healthcare management can be a significant investment that often supports individuals in pursuing higher-level administrative and leadership positions within hospitals, clinics, and other health organizations. Programs like Colorado Technical University's MHCM are designed to equip professionals with advanced skills to navigate the complex healthcare landscape. Discover CTU's Master's in Healthcare Management degree program.
A degree in healthcare administration can help individuals prepare to pursue a wide range of roles within the healthcare sector. Colorado Technical University's programs aim to develop professionals capable of planning, and coordinating medical and health services effectively in various settings. Discover CTU's Associate of Science in Health Administration Services.
Online Master of Healthcare Management (MHCM) degree programs can be a great option, especially for working professionals who require flexibility to balance their education with existing commitments. Many online MHCM degree programs offer the same quality curriculum and faculty experience as their on-campus counterparts. Colorado Technical University's online MHCM program is designed to provide a convenient and comprehensive experience to expand your education in healthcare. Learn about CTU's online MHCM program.
Healthcare management majors learn to plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services. This can involve overseeing the daily operations of hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare facilities, managing staff, optimizing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing strategies to improve patient care and organizational efficiency. Colorado Technical University's healthcare management programs help students prepare to pursue these administrative and leadership responsibilities.
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29% Job Growth
According to the BLS employment of Medical and Health services is expected to growth 29% between 2023 to 2033*
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical and Health Services Managers,at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm (visited 7/27/2025). This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.
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Transfer-In Credits
Transfer-in up to 75% of eligible program credits required to complete your degree program4
Masters Advantage Program
Our Master’s Advantage™ Program could allow students who qualify to substitute up to two graduate courses for two undergraduate courses
Non-Collegiate Experience
Students with prior professional or hands-on experience have the option to document and demonstrate how this prior non-collegiate experience meets the objectives of a particular course within their chosen academic program, which can earn experiential credit4 that can be applied toward completing their degree.
Time to graduation varies based on many factors, but typical program lengths at CTU are as follows:
- Associate degrees can be earned in 24 months
- Bachelor’s degrees can be earned in 48 months
- Master’s degrees can be earned in 18 months
Our tuition and graduation date calculator can help give you a better idea of the approximate cost of earning an on-campus/online healthcare degree at CTU as well as your estimated program length, based on the information you provide.
4 Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
Healthcare Degree Programs – Admissions Overview
All prospective CTU students must complete an admissions interview with an Admissions Advisor and submit a completed application. No SAT, no GMAT, no GRE, or any other standardized test is required for acceptance into CTU’s traditional or online healthcare degree programs.
For undergraduate healthcare degree programs, proof of high school graduation (diploma, transcripts) or high school equivalency (GED) must be submitted to CTU before the first day of the second quarter or term in the program of study. For the master’s in healthcare management online program, official transcripts verifying completion of an accredited baccalaureate degree must be submitted. See the University Catalog for further information about CTU’s admissions process.
Financial Aid
We encourage all students to investigate their eligibility for federal financial aid—you can start by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There are also various types of institutional grants and scholarships available to eligible students, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.5
5 Financial aid is available for those who qualify. University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University Catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met.
Accreditations & Awards
CTU’s Master of Science in Healthcare Management program is an Associate Member of the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA).
U.S. News & World Report has ranked CTU on its Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and Best Online Bachelor’s for Veterans lists* in 2024, and Military Times has ranked CTU on its Best for Vets: Colleges 2025 list for online and nontraditional schools. Additionally, Colorado Technical University is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (www.hlcommission.org).
* CTU programs are ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Online Programs.
Leadership & Faculty
- Rose Nieves, PhD, ARNP, FNP-c, CNE, RN | University Dean
- Laura Sliwinski, PhD | Executive Program Director
- Pazanta Goolsby | Lead Faculty
- Tiffany Halfacre | Lead Faculty
- Tasia Hilton-Betton | Lead Faculty
CTU Healthcare Degree Programs
Healthcare Management Programs
Employment in medical and health services management,6 financial management,7 administrative services management, and human resources management8,9, are growing at a faster rate compared to other occupations, but they tend to require candidates to possess a bachelor’s degree or higher.1 CTU offers both bachelor’s and master’s in healthcare management online degree programs (with the option to pursue the bachelor’s level general track as an on-campus program in Colorado Springs) for those interested in pursuing these or related career paths within the healthcare industry.
CTU’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management program can be pursued online or on-campus as a general track program. Alternatively, you could opt for this bachelor’s degree program’s fully online concentration in health informatics. Lower-level core courses include coverage of medical terminology, IT, accounting, medical terminology, and concepts in healthcare organizations, in addition to other key topics, and upper-level core courses cover areas including (but not limited to) global health systems, healthcare statistics and research, an overview of the healthcare industry, managing population health, and human resources.
For those interested in online master’s in healthcare management programs, our Master of Science in Healthcare Management degree program is conveniently offered as both a general track or with a concentration in health informatics (informatics is the science of how to use data, information, and knowledge to improve both human health and delivery of healthcare services10). Core courses for both online healthcare degree program concentrations include Computer Systems Security Foundations, Database Systems, Healthcare Informatics, Healthcare Informatics Capstone, and Enterprise Data Management. Depending on the focus chosen, students will complete 20 credit-hours in the informatics concentration or select 20 credit-hours’ worth of elective courses for the general track.
(CTU also offers on-campus/online MBA in healthcare management and BBA in healthcare management concentration options through our School of Business and Management.)
Health Administration Services
CTU offers an Associate of Science in Health Administration Services. This online healthcare administration associate degree program examines topics in healthcare finance, healthcare administration, human resources, and reimbursement systems, as well as regulatory, ethical, and legal issues affecting healthcare organizations—providing students with the opportunity to acquire the foundational knowledge generally required to pursue various entry-level careers in the healthcare field. Graduates of this online healthcare administration degree program are encouraged to take the voluntary Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification examination offered by the National Healthcare Association (NHA)11 —taking this exam can signal to potential employers that a candidate is capable of performing the necessary tasks that keep offices and clinics running smoothly. The ASHAS program also lays the groundwork for those who decide to continue their education by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in healthcare management in our online/on-campus program.
1 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Healthcare Occupations,” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/home.htm (last visited 8/13/2024). This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.
2 The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management general track is also available at CTU’s Colorado Springs campus.
3 intellipath® is not available for all courses.
4 Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
5 Financial aid is available for those who qualify. University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University Catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met.
6 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Medical and Health Services Managers,” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm (last visited 8/13/2024). This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.
7 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Financial Managers,” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/financial-managers.htm (last visited 8/13/2024).
8 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Human Resources Managers,” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/human-resources-managers.htm (last visited 8/13/2024). This data represents national figures and is not based on school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary.
9 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Medical and Health Services Managers: Similar Occupations,” https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm#tab-8 (last visited 8/13/2024).
10 AMIA, “What Is Health Informatics?,” available at https://www.amia.org/fact-sheets/what-informatics (last visited 8/13/2024).
11 This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. CTU cannot guarantee that graduates of this program will be eligible to take third party certification examinations. Certification requirements for taking and passing these exams are controlled by outside entities and are subject to change without notice to CTU.
* CTU programs are ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Online Programs.
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