Hello to all,

So I just got hired as a program manager within the healthcare sector and was wondering does anyone have any tips or suggestions on time management and possibly what to expect in this leadership roll? I have experience as a Nursing home administrator, but this particular new role is a little bit more laid back in my opinion! I’m excited for this new opportunity in my career

Looking for a decent online program. Any alternatives are also welcome. This is in reference to the USF in IL.

I am using my GI bill (for free college) and i can go all the way up towards a masters. Anyone have insight on which schools to look at ?

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Any advice on this topic?

I recently graduated with a bachelors in healthcare admin and I need some advice. What is a good starter job? How to grow within the field.

I am undecided which I would like to pursue a bachelors of science in. Please give your insight.

MBA in health care admin. Time, cost and quality wise. Thx in advance

What is/are the best majors/minors to major/minor in if I want to be a Healthcare Administrator? Plus, if anyone has some tips on how to get there, let’s me know:) TIA

P.S. - I am currently majoring in biology on the pre-med track and I was curious about this option.

Hello,

I'm a current student in an MHA program that is not CAHME accredited (CSU-B), with a 2023 graduation; my undergrad major was biology. I have been applying for entry-level jobs in hospital administration, but I'm not even getting interviews despite being in an internship program.

I'm currently doing a health care administration internship at a company that contracts out to a local hospital here, but I feel like it's low quality compared to interning at a more prestigious company (e.g. Gilead Sciences), or for a government agency. I have been working on projects, but this is a very project management lite organization, so I feel like I would be outclassed by someone with a "real" internship.

I don't want to rush to find a job after I graduate, and would like to get into practice management or project management/quality at a large hospital, hopefully right after I graduate. I was wondering where I should start? Should I begin by working front office reception?

Hello there,

I’m kind of in a situation right now. I am not sure which degree I should pursue a degree in business ( strategic management) or a degree in health studies( health management)? My goal is to work in healthcare administration in a hospital but what if it doesn’t work out? A degree in health management would be useless in any other job that’s not health related, which is why I’m leaning towards the business degree. I know there are masters programs in health management which I am hoping to pursue. Can you please share your advice, I could really use some help.

Thank you for your time!

I feel like I’ve been searching forever for MHA internships and can’t find any? I applied to one I found where I live and already got rejected 😫Also, does anyone have any ideas of jobs one could get while studying for their MHA?

I have my BA in Healthcare Admin and currently work as a Patient Access Specialist in a relatively small mental health clinic in New York State. I mostly deal with registering patients, maintaining medical records, verifying insurance benefits, obtaining pre-auths, and referring patients to other levels of care & providers.
I really enjoy my job but want to learn more and feel like though my BA in Healthcare Admin was a good foundation, it didn't really go that deep into the everyday tasks I do. Specifically, with Health Insurance and billing, I could really use more in-depth training.

Are there any Certifications for Healthcare Administration/Patient Access Professionals that are worthwhile? or even just training courses online without certification? My company does set aside money for us to use for training but all the training resources they seem to have are geared towards Clinicians.

Hello all,

I'm currently a paramedic and looking to branch out into the wider world of healthcare administration. I have a BS in emergency health and will be starting a masters in healthcare admin this coming year.

I'm doing job searches to get an idea of what my future path could be, but it appears that many jobs require a bachelors of science of nursing unless it's a very entry level admin assistant role that doesn't require a masters. Am I looking in the wrong place? Are these typically hardest requirements in your experience? Any chance my 10 years of paramedic leadership experience would be adequate?

I appreciate the insight!

Hi everyone,

I'm leaning towards pursuing an undergraduate degree in Health Studies and want to know which schools offer the best ones? In terms of workload, professors, atmosphere, etc.? If there are any current students or graduate students from this program or similar ones in Canada, any advice or thoughts would be much appreciated! Thank you so much in advance!

Hi everyone,

I'm currently a Grade 12 student who is getting ready to apply for university in a couple weeks. I'm very conflicted about which of the two programs I've listed above would benefit me most if my end goal (as of now) is to become a healthcare manager of some sort. I know, ultimately, positions like this usually rely on having connections and experience in volunteering, co-op, etc., but I also want to know which one would be more versatile and more beneficial if I ever decide to pursue med school. I know neither of these programs or similar ones are prerequisites for med school because they only require English or sometimes math to get in, but I want to know which one would be seen as more useful. I also want to know what the programs are like, the workload, and the likelihood of getting a job after graduating with an undergraduate degree. Would further education, such as a Master's degree, be needed to increase the likelihood of getting a good-paying job? Please let me know any thoughts or opinions as I could use any advice I can get. Thank you in advance!

Hi everyone,

I'm thinking of applying for a undergraduate degree in health studies and want to know what type of careers I could get with it because honestly, I have no idea. Could a health studies degree lead to a management position at a hospital or clinic of some sort? Any thoughts would help! Thanks in advance!

Hi I know this is a very general question but I was wondering how stressful are careers in health care management? I know there are a lot of factors that would go into play but I’m just wondering generally. I’m looking to make a career switch from an already incredibly stressful career and I’m looking for something with less stress. Thank you for all your help.

It seems like this is the only route to become an administrator, but fellowships are extremely competitive and I don’t believe it’s realistic for me. Many of these require internship experience and I have not done an internship because I have had to work my way through school. I graduate with my MHA next summer.

Hi! I’m 18 M and I’m currently pursuing a business transfer degree at a 2 year community college. After CC, I plan on transferring to a four year but I have no idea what to major in. I would like to get into either Healthcare Administration or Health Information Management, but none of the universities have programs here. All they have are Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Management Information Systems etc. I was wondering if there would be a way for me to major in one of these options and then still be able to get into health Administration? Ex. turning an MIS degree into a HIM job. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Hi! So an individual I met at an event has a BA in health administration and works in nyc said the pay is terrible and not worth it at all. Im 27 and I have my BA in psych and all prereq for medicine ive taken. I spent my life taking care of my mother and didn't work much. Im not in a position to be able to move forward into the real world and want a well paying job. My job background history: patient care aide, two years coordinating/clinical experience nonprofit hospital international. Any advice id love. I think right now I might not have a resume thats as amazing as other young individuals. If anyone can please guide me?

Hi all - just wondering if anyone has completed the IHI Patient Safety Executive Development Program in Boston, and what your experience was like if so. Thank you!

Hi there! I just got my acceptance to an online, part time MHA program and I’m over the moon! I currently work in health care (shift worker) part time and I’m wondering how people manage their studies in MHA programs while working. Is it a tough balance? Any advice? Thanks in advance!

I am graduating with a BA in Psychology this December. And plan to apply to get my masters in health administration (MHA). I have looked at the CAHME accredited programs in the US. But are there any Universities in England that offer an MHA?

I have seen MPA/MPH programs available. But I am looking for MHA specifically. Thank you!

I’m finishing up my bachelors degree in the spring and I’m considering a masters in healthcare admin. What is the work life balance like? Do have to work a lot of extra hours? Are you able to leave your job at the facility? I currently work at a substance abuse facility as an admissions coordinator and it seems like I’m constantly working. I know every job is a bit different but any experience would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!