Health Care Administration Bachelor's Degree Program - Online
Classes Start October 28
Advance your career by applying for our online health care administration bachelor’s degree completion program.
At a Glance
~20 months
Program Length
100% Online
Format
61*
Transfer Credits Required
59
Remaining Semester Credits
*Required credits: 14 general education, 26 health science/technical and 21 related
About Our Online BSHCA Program
The online BSHCA program helps working health care professionals advance their education and career by building critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills through real-world application, preparing them for instructional, administrative, or supervisory roles in hospitals, clinics, and other health systems. Since all coursework is delivered online, students can earn their degree while balancing work and life.
Core Skills You’ll Develop
BUSINESS
Finance fundamentals, marketing and core business theory applied to health care systems
COMPLIANCE
Health care law, regulatory policy and ethical/legal evaluation
LEADERSHIP
Leadership in healthcare management, quality management and emergency response operations
OPERATIONS
Patient information management, health insurance reimbursement and long-term care administration
ANALYTICS
Statistical concepts and evidence-based practice methods
POLICY
Public health and health care policy analysis
Where the Health Care Administration Program Can Take You
Pursue supervisory or leadership roles within hospitals, medical offices, clinics, long-term care settings and other health systems. Potential opportunities include: practice manager, clinic operations manager and patient experience manager.
Build skills to support opportunities beyond traditional management, including instruction, quality improvement, operations, compliance and other administrative roles.
Build on your bachelor’s with a graduate degree focused on leadership, administration or another area of health care.
Program Objective
To foster critical thinking abilities, communication competence, and leadership capacity with an advanced understanding of health care management services and delivery. Students will develop strategies to analyze behavioral, ethical, and cultural trends that impact management in health care systems with diverse populations. They will also demonstrate the ability to evaluate ethical, legal, and regulatory policies, and demonstrate a mastery of core business theories as applied to health care systems. Graduates of this program receive a Bachelor of Science Degree.
Program Outline
Semester I
Semester II
Semester III
Semester IV
Semester V
Continue Your Education
At Pima Medical Institute, we offer an online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership, which can provide further opportunity for professional advancement, paired with the flexibility of virtual instruction.
Job Outlook
23% Growth — The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects this occupation to grow much faster than average over the next 10 years, with a median pay of $117,960 per year.*
*Source: 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 August 27, 2026).
What careers can you pursue with a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration?
The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration program prepares students to apply for roles including:
- Practice Manager
- Clinic Operations Manager
- Patient Access Manager
- Health Care Operations Analyst
- Revenue Cycle Manager
- Patient Experience Manager
- Health Information Manager
- Compliance & Quality Coordinator
- Provider Relations Manager
- Business Operations Manager
These roles exist across hospitals, physicians’ offices, other health care organizations, clinics, for-profit/non-profit institutions, insurance industries, long-term care organizations, rehabilitation companies, pharmacies and educational institutions.
Student Support
Career Services
When you’re a Pima Medical Institute student, you get access to our Career Services team—here for you when you need extra help with finding the right job opportunities, building a resume, strengthening your interview skills or just looking for general guidance.
Life as an Online Student
When you’re an online student at Pima Medical Institute, you’re part of a supportive learning environment built to help you stay connected and on track. Learn what to expect from online classes, how you’ll engage with instructors and classmates, and the resources available throughout your program.
Admissions & Application
Application Process
- Submit the form below
Share a few details so we can prepare for our first conversation.
- Chat with our team
They’ll ask about your background and what you’re looking for in your next step. From there, they’ll help you explore whether the program and online learning experience fit your career goals.
- Attend your virtual tour
Get an overview of the program, curriculum, and what to expect as an online student.
- Complete your application
Our admissions team will walk you through the enrollment process and connect you with financial services.
BSHCA Eligibility Requirements
- Possess a high school diploma or recognized equivalency*
- In addition to Pima Medical’s standard admissions requirements, applicants must:
- Have completed 61 semester credits of specific coursework at the postsecondary level: 14 general education credits, 26 health science technical credits, and 21 related credits, including a math course
- Have earned a grade of C or better in each transfer course, with each course numbered 100 or above and awarded by a nationally or regionally accredited institution
- Have graduated within the past five years, or be able to provide evidence of recent practice in a relevant vocation
*Additional requirements may apply by campus
Tuition & financial aid
Federal aid (FAFSA), institutional scholarships, and payment plans are available to help make your education affordable.
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FAQs About BSHCA Program
Who is the Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration program designed for?
The BSHCA program is a degree-completion program built for people who already have some health care education or experience and want to move into management, supervisory or administrative leadership roles.
What are the admission requirements for the HCA bachelor’s program?
This is a degree completion program intended to provide those with prior education in the health care field a pathway to continue their education. Students must possess a high school diploma or recognized equivalency and have completed 61 semester credits at the postsecondary level, including 14 general education credits, 26 technical credits, and 21 related credits.
What kind of courses will I take in the Online B.S. in Health Care Administration Program?
Students in the B.S. in Health Care Administration program will learn a variety of health care management skills that will allow them to pursue additional opportunities in their current career.
The online BSHCA curriculum includes courses in health care law, compliance, policy and health care leadership. The HCA bachelor’s degree completion program includes online courses that focus on learning outcomes, including, but not limited to:
- Developing strategies to analyze behavioral, ethical, and cultural trends that impact management in health care systems with diverse populations
- Demonstrating the ability to evaluate ethical, legal, and regulatory policies
- Demonstrating the mastery of core business theories as they apply to health care systems
Is Pima Medical’s BSHCA program fully online?
Yes! The Health Care Administration bachelor’s degree program from Pima Medical Institute is offered 100% online. For more information, visit our Life of an Online Student page for details on our approach to online learning.
While this program is 100% online, students still complete a capstone project that features real-world application of their coursework to their current career in the health care industry.
What does the HCA capstone project entail?
Students complete a Professional Capstone during their final semester, which can be used to create a professional e-portfolio and profile. This capstone applies concepts learned in prior semesters into a final project, developing research techniques necessary to create a health care business. Students often choose a topic that’s relevant to their current role or company, and use this project as a way to propose and enact change within their organization.
How long does the B.S. in Health Care Administration program take to complete?
Our B.S. in Health Care Administration program is designed to be completed in approximately 20 months. The online format allows working professionals to balance their studies with current employment while advancing their health care career.
What can I do with a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration (BSHCA)?
A bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration opens doors to management and leadership positions across the health care industry in organizations like hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and long-term care facilities. Graduates of the BSHCA program may be able to pursue roles such as:
- health care administrator
- department manager
- operations coordinator
- head of health care compliance
… and many more.
Is Pima Medical Institute accredited?
Yes, Pima Medical Institute is accredited through The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). ABHES is recognized by the U.S Secretary of Education as a private, nonprofit, independent accrediting agency.
Is financial aid available?
Eligible students may be able to fund their education through federal financial aid programs, including Federal Pell Grants, federal student loans and scholarships. Speak with our financial services team or visit our Financial Aid page to learn more.
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Disclosures And Accreditations
State Licensure Determination Disclosure
The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration program is offered via an online delivery method. Pima Medical Institute is an approved institution through the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC SARA) which allows Pima Medical Institute Tucson to offer distance learning programs to residents of states other than Arizona. Participation in NC SARA does not exempt an institution from state professional licensing requirements.
A student’s physical location is determined at the time of enrollment by submission of government-issued identification as well as a student attestation of their physical location in the enrollment agreement. Students agree to update the institution if their physical location changes. Students are able to notify the institution of a change to their physical location in the Pima Medical Institute Student Portal. Prospective students and enrolled students should understand that a change in physical location may adversely impact a student’s ability to complete the program. If a student is planning to relocate he or she is required to discuss this with the Student Services Coordinator and/or Program Director.
In compliance with 34 CFR 668.43 Pima Medical Institute has made a reasonable effort to determine graduate eligibility for licensure in all states for programs designed and advertised as leading to licensure. The document below lists Pima Medical Institute programs and states where the curriculum meets licensure requirements, states where the curriculum does not meet licensure requirements, and states in which Pima Medical Institute has been unable to determine if the curriculum meets state licensure requirements. All consumers should be advised that due to the frequent changes to state statutes, rules, and regulations Pima Medical Institute cannot guarantee licensure based on the lists below.