Coursework emphasis in Emergency Medical Services, Medical Assisting, or Phlebotomy
AAS Healthcare Administration provides an introduction toward becoming a frontline leader in healthcare. Healthcare leaders make a meaningful impact on their organization by working closely with all members of the healthcare team to plan, direct, and coordinate healthcare services.
Courses in office management, business communication, finance, business law, and human resources prepare students for various positions to oversee a department or team by learning how to lead people and manage office operations. Students gain clinical hands-on training in their choice of career pathway certificate for medical assisting, phlebotomy, or emergency medical services, which enable them to make the best possible decisions regarding patient outcomes.
- Employ skills necessary to direct and coordinate a team to ensure quality healthcare services and efficient operations of a clinic/department.
- Communicate effectively, appropriately, and professionally in business management situations using correct terminology related to the healthcare environment.
- Demonstrate problem solving skills related to healthcare management using elements of successful leadership and critical thinking skills.
TBCC guarantees, at a minimum, the following courses each quarter for the completion of this AAS. A student can transfer in or take other courses that meet the requirements, though this is discouraged.
Year 1
Fall Term
Winter Term
Spring Term
Year 2
Fall Term
Winter Term
Spring Term
EMS 92 CR/ MA 90 CR/ Phleb 90 CR
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Required Courses
Healthcare Administration Core
Emphasis
Students earning an Associate of Applied Science: Healthcare Administration degree must complete all the courses in at least one of the following: Emergency Medical Services Emphasis, Medical Assisting Emphasis, or Phlebotomy Emphasis. Students who complete this degree map also receive the Basic Healthcare Certificate and one clinical certificate (EMS, MA or Phlebotomy).
Emergency Medical Services Emphasis
Medical Assisting Emphasis
Phlebotomy Path
In order to participate in clinical experience, students must be 18 years of age and have completed the CastleBranch Healthcare requirements (criminal background check, drug screen and required immunizations). This degree incorporates the Basic Health Care Certificate and one additional clinical certificate (EMS, MA, or Phlebotomy).
TBCC mathematics requirements have changed as of fall 2019. Students with mathematics completion prior to fall 2019 should consult a TBCC Advisor for information on fulfilling this requirement.
Minimum degree requirements are 90 credits