Healthcare Management
Quick Facts
- Pathway: Business & Industry
- Campus: TCC Connect
Healthcare managers ensure that clinics, hospitals, and medical offices run smoothly by combining business skills with knowledge of healthcare systems. In this program, students learn to manage patient services, staff, budgets, and records while ensuring compliance with medical laws and ethics. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles that support quality care and efficient healthcare operations.
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Job Titles & Career Info
Our Program
Why Choose Healthcare Management?
- Learn on your schedule; 100% online for maximum flexibility.
- Build both business and healthcare skills to stand out in a fast-growing industry.
- Gain career-ready knowledge from expert faculty.
- Join one of the fastest-growing career fields with a projected job growth of 32% in Texas and nationwide.
- Build stackable credentials with Level I and II certificates that can lead to the AAS degree.
Prepare for What You Will Do at Work
- Keep clinics, hospitals, and offices running smoothly.
- Oversee staff, scheduling, and patient services.
- Manage medical records, insurance, and budgets.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare laws and ethics.
- Support providers and patients through strong communication and leadership.
Explore Professional Organizations
- American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
- Medical Group Management Association (MGMA)
- Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)
- Texas Hospital Association (THA)
Marketable Skills You Will Learn
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Communication
Before You Enroll, Think About:
- This program is fully online; self-motivation and time management are essential.
- No prerequisites are required, but being comfortable with technology will help.
- You’ll be entering a fast-paced, problem-solving environment where teamwork and communication matter.
- While this is a career-focused AAS program, students who wish to continue their education can seamlessly transfer into bachelor’s programs. Transfer institutions with fully online options have already been identified to support student convenience.
Degrees & Certificates
Degree
Certificates
Level 1
Level 2
Accreditation
This program is accredited through The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The accrediting entity requires us to post the college’s general accreditation statement.
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
2025–2026 Academic Year
| Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Semester Credit Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAS | Healthcare Management | 60 | $4,440 |
| CRT1 | Healthcare Management Specialist I | 23 | $1,702 |
| CRT2 | Healthcare Management Specialist II | 44 | $3,256 |
Notes:
- Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
- Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.
Continuing Education Programs
Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.
Earn More Choices & More Money
Earn More Choices & More Money
Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.
For example, you will be ready to work toward:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Healthcare Management
- Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
- Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Administration
Next steps
- Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
- Explore transfer schools
Start on Your Pathway!
Contact
TCC Connect Campus
Kenya Wilson, SHRM-CP
Program Coordinator
Updated September 11, 2025