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Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries in the country, and our program will prepare you to work in this fascinating field.

Hospitals are like any other business and you'll learn which techniques and strategies can be used to maximize their efficiency and effectiveness. You’ll develop your business communication and leadership skills through our unique curriculum, and be prepared to work in a technologically enhanced environment. You’ll be surrounded by classmates who are just as dedicated as you are to serving the needs of their patients. And when you’ve finished, you’ll be well prepared for the workforce or to transfer to a top four-year university or college.


Career Degrees

AACC offers the following Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees. The state of Maryland refers to the A.A.S. as a career degree, because it's intended to provide you with skills to enter the workforce. In some cases, AACC has entered into transfer agreements that allow these degrees to transfer to select colleges. 

Healthcare Professionals, Business Management, A.A.S.

You’ll learn the foundational principles of healthcare administration and ethics, while enhancing your communication and management skills. 

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Credit Certificate

The following certificate prepares students for employment and feeds into the A.A.S. degree, if desired.

Healthcare Professionals, Business Management

You’ll prepare for a 21st-century career in today’s technologically advanced workplace. You’ll acquire a keen understanding of healthcare administration, ethics and business communication principles, with the ability to choose electives such as management, leadership and business law.

You can earn this certificate for less than $3,500

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Interested in Transfer?

If you're interested in earning a four-year degree or higher in accounting, business, economics or entrepreneurship, you may wish to consider the following Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business Administration. This degree will prepare you to transfer to a four-year institution. Whichever path you choose - career or transfer - we strongly encourage you to meet with an advisor to structure your AACC studies to meet your individual education goals.

Business Administration Transfer, A.S.

You’ll gain a rich background in core business skills, such as accounting, statistics and business law. You’ll also complete common general education requirements such as English, math and science, so you are well prepared to transfer to a four-year college.

Business Administration Transfer (A.S.)


Job Outlook

A degree in business for healthcare professions combines healthcare knowledge with business management skills, opening up various leadership and administrative roles within the healthcare industry. Graduates can pursue careers in healthcare administration, managing hospitals, clinics or nursing homes, where they oversee operations, budgets and staff. They can also work as healthcare consultants, advising organizations on improving efficiency, compliance and patient care.

This degree provides a strong foundation for improving healthcare delivery and shaping the business side of the industry, ensuring both operational success and quality patient care.

A few of the top skills found in those who pursue a career in business for healthcare professionals include:

  • Communication
  • Detail oriented
  • Office management
  • Operations

Related Studies

If Business for Healthcare Professionals sounds appealing, but you'd like to compare it to other AACC offerings, check out one of these related studies!