Healthcare Administration Certificate
Certificate
Build important expertise in healthcare management with an online Healthcare Administration Certificate, designed for working professionals seeking flexible, career-focused advancement in the healthcare industry.
Program overview
Healthcare management essentials
The Healthcare Administration Certificate from Northeastern University equips you with critical skills in healthcare management, preparing you for roles in a rapidly growing field. This online program offers a multidisciplinary approach, covering healthcare policies, finance, legal issues, and leadership challenges, and it is designed for working professionals who want to advance or transition into healthcare administration.
Students learn directly from industry experts, gaining insights into current management practices and developing skills that are directly applicable in healthcare settings. Flexible, fully online, and designed with real-world application in mind, this program supports career advancement while allowing students to balance their education with their professional lives.
The Healthcare Administration Certificate from Northeastern University equips you with critical skills in healthcare management, preparing you for roles in a rapidly growing field. This online program offers a multidisciplinary approach, covering healthcare policies, finance, legal issues, and leadership challenges, and it is designed for working professionals who want to advance or transition into healthcare administration.
Students learn directly from industry experts, gaining insights into current management practices and developing skills that are directly applicable in healthcare settings. Flexible, fully online, and designed with real-world application in mind, this program supports career advancement while allowing students to balance their education with their professional lives.
The healthcare administration curriculum offers a comprehensive foundation in essential management concepts, focusing on core areas like healthcare policy, finance, and legal regulations.
Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded understanding of the healthcare administration landscape, covering critical leadership and communication strategies specific to healthcare environments. You’ll develop the skills needed to lead teams, manage conflicts, and facilitate organizational change.
Experiential learning in the healthcare administration program means you will apply classroom knowledge to real-world healthcare scenarios through projects and case studies.
You’ll tackle practical challenges in management, policy, and finance, preparing you for immediate application in your career. Learning from industry experts who are active in healthcare, you’ll gain firsthand insights into the latest trends and best practices.
The program also provides valuable networking opportunities, connecting you with peers and faculty who work across various roles in healthcare.
Admissions
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Ready to complete your bachelor’s degree? Discover our streamlined admissions process, designed to guide you through each step and answer your questions along the way.
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The deadlines below are recommended; however, admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications submitted after these deadlines will still be considered for the upcoming term.
The domestic deadlines below allow time for those transferring credits. More details.
Domestic Application Deadlines
International Application Deadlines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
Completed online application
English language proficiency proof (if English is not your primary language)
Official transcript
Official high school transcript or completed attestation form
Official GED
Associate degree (with conferral and date) sent directly from your undergraduate institution to Northeastern
Optional:
Current resumé
Statement of purpose
References
Stack your certificate
Earning a certificate is a fast and affordable way to acquire specialized skills and help you stand out in the workforce. Upon completion of this certificate, you may be able to apply your credits to an eligible bachelor’s program, saving time and money on your degree.
Some of the eligible bachelor’s programs for this certificate include:
Contact an enrollment counselor to learn more about eligibility requirements.
Program objectives
Skills for real-world success
Develop a practical understanding of healthcare management, leadership, and policy, empowering you to thrive in healthcare administration roles and bring meaningful impact to your organization.
Gain essential skills in healthcare management, policy, and operations to lead and improve organizational performance in the fast-evolving healthcare industry.
Learn to analyze healthcare challenges, manage resources effectively, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards to drive impactful solutions.
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Tuition and aid
An affordable path forward
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$541Cost Per Credit
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2024-2025 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.
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