Population, Public, and Community Health
Study the demographics of public health and achieve the understanding you need to initiate the future of health.
Healthcare Administration – Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science
Population, Public, and Community Health Concentration
Offered as a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Major
This subfield of healthcare views health from the global perspective of a geographical location or a community with common health characteristics rather than an individual’s well-being. These healthcare professionals look at health trends of a community structure and educate the public to make better health choices. They work with numerous stakeholders and policymakers to shape and promote the foundations of healthy lifestyles within these communities or populations. One of their main goals is the prevention and detection of disease and injury. Implementing better health initiatives from a global perspective is key in the benefit of any population or community.
Degree Fit
Program Preparation
This program is for students wanting to enter the dynamic healthcare field. Students that have a passion for helping organizations achieve their best in providing healthcare to people. This degree sets up those that would like to pursue a graduate degree in health care administration and advancing their knowledge of the field.
Degree Roadmap
The curriculum is arranged to broaden a student’s understanding of healthcare from the perspective of a manager, patient, and practitioner. Students will explore how this industry is constantly changing and will introduce the challenges of working with various stakeholders in a healthcare system.
Capstone
Students will be required to do a capstone project and practicum experiences with working healthcare administration professionals in all areas of health care. This experience gives students the chance to apply theory learned in the classroom in the work environment and the opportunity to explore career interests in the field.
Guided Pathways
Contact: Larry Gibbs, Chair – 541.552.6281 – gibbsl@sou.edu
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SOU Healthcare Administration
1250 Siskiyou Blvd.
Ashland, OR 97520
541.552.6830
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