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Executive Certificate in Health Administration

Shape the Future of Healthcare with Executive Expertise

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Domestic Application Deadlines

  • Spring 2026
    • December 15
    • February 15 (Online H2)
  • Fall 2026
    • July 15
    • September 15 (Online H2) 

International Application Deadlines

  • Spring 2026
    • November 1
  • Fall 2026
    • June 1
  • Duration 10 months
  • Cost per Credit $965
  • Credit Hours 15

Program Benefits

  • Available On-Campus or Online
  • Choose elective courses to study hospital administration, long-term care administration, global health management, and more
  • Help the healthcare industry meet growing demands

Advance Your Healthcare Career with Specialized Training

The executive certificate in health administration curriculum emphasizes leadership and ethical decision-making responsibilities through relevant coursework grounded in The University of Scranton’s Jesuit mission and principles. As the healthcare system continues to grow and advance in its understanding of patient needs, professionals with administration and leadership skills are in high demand.

This healthcare executive education program helps students develop skills to make an impact in this growing field and provides a strong foundation for professionals pursuing leadership in healthcare organizations.

Career Outlook: Increase Your Impact in a Growing Industry

Leadership in healthcare organizations, along with strong organizational and financial competencies, are in high demand across the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. As health services operations become increasingly complex, management roles are projected to grow by 29% by 20331— much faster than the average for all occupations. These roles span a wide range of titles and responsibilities, with the median annual salary for health services managers reaching $117,960.1

CAREER OUTLOOK

Curriculum: Career-Focused Studies

In just 10 months, you’ll gain the core skills needed to meet today’s industry demands through a carefully designed selection of health administration courses. Three core courses will build your organizational, financial, and systems knowledge essential for success in the field, while two electives offer the flexibility to tailor your learning to your career goals.

This healthcare executive education program is drawn from our CAHME-accredited Master’s in Health Administration program and are delivered by the same expert faculty.

CURRICULUM

Program Outcomes: Graduate Ready to Improve Health Services Operations

Upon completion of this health administration certificate, you will be able to:

Admission Requirements

To apply for this post-bachelor’s certificate in healthcare administration from The University of Scranton, you’ll need:

ADMISSIONS INFO

Tuition Details

The Executive Certificate in Health Administration program at Scranton consists of 15 credit hours and costs $965 per credit hour.

We strive to provide you with an affordable, high-quality education that prepares you for leadership in healthcare organizations within today’s evolving landscape.

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Faculty: Learn From Industry Leaders

You’ll be taught by top-tier, practicing industry professionals who have firsthand experience with the real-world challenges you’ll face as a healthcare leader. All courses are taught by the same faculty as our full CAHME-accredited Master’s in Health Administration, so you get the expert guidance and mentorship in a shorter certificate program.

Coursework also includes considerations of ethics in healthcare leadership and organizational behavior in health settings, ensuring you graduate well-prepared for the challenges of modern healthcare leadership.

FACULTY DIRECTORY HEALTH ADMINISTRATION & HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT SITE

Why Learn at Scranton?

Scranton's programs support busy professionals pursuing an on-campus or online health administration graduate certificate that doesn’t interrupt their careers. Regardless of which format you choose, you’ll receive the same quality experience—joining a learning community led by expert faculty. 

Online Student Experience

On-Campus Student Experience

Financial Aid

Financial aid options are available to help you pay for your health administration courses without financial stress. A personal financial aid counselor will assist you in identifying and taking full advantage of all opportunities. 

Financial Aid Details

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question we don’t cover here, request more information or call 570-941-4416.

The Executive Certificate in Health Administration at Scranton can be completed in as little as 10 months, offering a fast path to leadership development.
Credits for the certificate program cost $965 each, bringing the total for the five health administration courses to $14,475.
This certificate prepares you for a wide range of leadership roles in healthcare, including positions like healthcare coordinator, nursing home administrator, case manager, and hospital director. It also provides a foundation to pursue a master’s degree.
Yes. For healthcare professionals seeking career growth without committing to a full graduate degree, this certificate offers targeted skill development and flexible learning options.
Yes, this credential equips you with organizational, financial, and operational skills that are highly valued in hospital administration and other healthcare leadership roles.
You'll gain competencies in strategic planning, financial management, organizational leadership, healthcare policy, and patient care quality improvement.
Look for programs with CAHME accreditation, experienced faculty, real-world relevance, and flexible delivery options that fit the needs of working adults.

Sources

1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical and Health Services Managers, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm (visited June 2025).