The program in health services administration prepares the student for entry-level administrative positions, and staff positions requiring administrative skills, in various health services organizations including hospitals, hospital systems, managed care organizations, retirement and long term care facilities, ambulatory care organizations, and public health organizations. The student is prepared to plan, organize, direct and control health programs and/or facilities. In addition, the program provides the foundation for graduate study in health services administration and related fields.
The health services administration program is approved as a Full Certified undergraduate program by the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA).
Upon completion of all JMU and program requirements, the student is awarded the B.S. in Health Services Administration. No more than 30 hours may be taken in the College of Business.
