HCA 2113 - Introduction to Health Care Administration

3 Hours. Students will examine the foundation and future challenges of the U.S. health care system, the complexities of health care organizations, basic policies and financial challenges and be introduced to the career opportunities associated with health care management in health care facilities, such as hospitals, ambulatory care institutions, nursing homes, retirement centers, hospice agencies, home health services and health maintenance organizations. Each student will begin to create their HCA professional portfolio which will be completed in HCA 4952 Senior Seminar. Collaborative assignments with Workforce Oklahoma serve to enhance student preparation for future employment.