Health care is a team effort. It requires collaboration between organizations and patients to ensure needs are addressed with minimal disruption. Learn to assess the complex needs of patients and how to use all the assets that health care providers have to offer to ensure the best care is delivered.

Program Description

The BS program in health care coordination prepares students to effectively coordinate resources to optimize individual health outcomes. Through coursework, students build a thorough understanding of health care systems, community and public health, community resources, health education and health advocacy The program emphasizes patient advocacy and education, the resources available from community and public health services, and the role of health policy and financing in modern health care.

Graduates of the program are prepared to work with an interdisciplinary team to utilize resources, provide health education and advocate for the patient when it is needed the most. This degree program uses the same prerequisites as the nursing major; therefore, students may transition seamlessly to this program and obtain a bachelor's degree in a health-related field.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Accelerated Program Options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years. It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:Aging, MS
Healthcare Innovation, MHI
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.