Healthcare Leadership and Administration (HLA) - BAS Major

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48 S.H. (no minor required)

2.5 GPA required.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Healthcare Leadership and Administration (HLA) is a cooperative multidisciplinary online completion degree. The purpose of this degree is to meet the growing demand for competent and innovative leaders in the field of allied health and to deliver the program in a way that effectively serves adult learners and working professionals.

The five knowledge domains of the curriculum include: Communication and Relationship Management, Leadership, Professionalism, Knowledge of the Healthcare Environment, and Business Skills and Knowledge.

Interdisciplinary Core Courses (42 S.H.)

Business Administration Department (11 S.H.)

△ HADM 317 - Management of Human Resources in Healthcare (3 S.H.)
HADM 435 - Managing for Quality in Healthcare (3 S.H.)
HADM 441 - Healthcare Law and Ethics (2 S.H.)
HADM 464 - Project Management for Healthcare (3 S.H.)

Communication Studies (6 S.H.)

◎ HLA 366 - Professional Communication Skills for Health Care Leaders (3 S.H.)
HLA 485 - Health Communications (3 S.H.)

Educational Leadership (4 S.H.)

Electives (6 S.H.)

Students must complete 6 S.H. of 300/400-level courses.
These courses should complement the student’s career goals and be approved by the HLA Program Director.
Students may select courses from a growing list of upper division online courses at WSU.
Course availability will be provided each semester.
Any upper division elective course must be pre-approved by the Program Director.

Legend

◎ = Oral Intensive

◆ = Math/Critical Analysis Intensive

△ = Writing Intensive

✽ = Physical Development and Wellness Graduation Requirement