The health care industry is changing dramatically and health care organizations are growing more complex. Gain the knowledge base required to understand and anticipate the continuing changes in the health care industry. Broaden your understanding of the policies, organization, financing and dynamics of the U.S. health care system. Whether you currently work in allied health or are seeking to enter the field, you can leverage your experience and help prepare to take the next step in your career and professional development.
If you are interested in understanding how health care data can be used to reduce costs and improve the quality of care, you can select the Health Informatics concentration. Courses cover the behavioral, cultural, ethical, and legal issues related to improving the underlying health status of the community and the delivery of health care services in a variety of environments. You will explore such timely topics as aging across the lifespan, primary, acute and long-term care, and public and global health. You will also gain a solid foundation in health management, informatics, health promotion and epidemiology.
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Students must have some college credits and be at least 21 years old.
On Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
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Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. The North Central Association is one of the six regional accrediting associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
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650 South Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
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Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.
Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.
On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.
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