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Bachelor of Science
Norfolk State University
Program Details
Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management - Online Track
Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Science in Health Services Management - Online Track
Norfolk State University
The Health Services Management Program is organized around a core of lower level general education courses, a core of business management courses taken in the intermediate years, and further generic orientation to the unique managerial processes in health services industry in the form of an internship and on-the-job experiential learning in the last year.
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Online
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | The program is available online and requires an internship and research course in the senior year. The internship is with approved healthcare organizations through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Norfolk State University and the healthcare organization. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
As part of the curriculum, students must complete 40 credits of general education courses. HSM 300-Health Services Management is the first course in a sequence of health services management courses in the curriculum. HSM 300 must be completed successfully before attempting the other HSM courses. With the exception of the epidemiology course and research course (HSM 470 and HSM 497), students must complete all courses in the curriculum before taking the internship course (HSM 494).
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | The program curriculum consists of business courses such as finance, accounting, and economics, as well as math related courses, including college algebra and statistics. Students must earn grades of C or higher in the aforementioned courses. |
| Doing More With Your Degree | Students have the opportunity to earn a B.S. in HSM with a Concentration in Food Science and Nutrition (FSN). The FSN Concentration is accredited by Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND@eatright.org). The courses in the FSN Concentration are taught by doctorate and master's prepared Dietitians. Students who are interested in pursuing the FSN Concentration must complete all prerequisite courses in the curriculum before they can apply to enter the FSN Concentration. The Department of Nursing and Allied Health offers a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Online. The HSM degree program could be used as a pipeline to recruit students in the MHA program. |
| Program Successes & Highlights | The HSM degree program is a member of the Association of University Programs (AUPHA). The Association is comprised of colleges, universities, faculty, individuals and organizations. AUPHA is committed to improving the delivery of healthcare services (https://network.aupha.org/members/findaprogram). All faculty members who teach online are Certified Online Instructors and have many years of experience in teaching online courses in institutions of higher learning. The majority of the faculty members have experiences working in the healthcare industry and have terminal degrees in the health science discipline. In 2021, Study.com published its rankings for best bachelor's degree programs in Healthcare Management. Norfolk State University's degree program was included as one of the best. The selection was based on academic and career resources, the quality of education, faculty, and more. |
Program Credit Requirements
Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements
The table below lists admissions agreements between Norfolk State University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of the general education certificate or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of the University Core general education component of the NSU undergraduate curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the major.
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Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students earning an associate degree while in high school are not eligible for guaranteed admission programs and must complete 3 college-specific general education courses. All courses are evaluated and trasnferred as applicable to your degree. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | We accept AP, IB, and CLEP results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations. |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Norfolk State University enrolls approximately 400 transfer students each fall. The average class size is 23 students . The student to teacher ratio is 18:1. On campus housing is available. Our top five academic programs for transfer students is Pre-Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Business, and Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Students may confirm intent to enroll via the Transfer VA Portal using College Connect. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Health Services Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Radford University | BS in Healthcare Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Health Services, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Regent University | B.S. in Healthcare Management | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | Online |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11-9111.00 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations. | Management Occupations |
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