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Health Administration

The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.

The Health Administration degree is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level administrative positions in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, mental health organizations, insurance companies, public agencies, and many other types of healthcare organizations. It also serves to help enhance the careers of students already working in the health services industry. An opportunity to pursue special interests is provided with the selection of 15 hours of elective coursework.

Career Planning
Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. UNF offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services, and resources. First-Year and Exploratory students should visit the Career Services webpage and Sophomore or higher-level students with a declared BCH major should visit the Brooks College of Health Career Services office.

Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies and procedures. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.

Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.

  • Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). Visit the Health Administration webpage for a complete list of prerequisites.
  • Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
  • Students must earn additional Free Elective credit if needed to satisfy the university minimum 120 total semester hours for graduation.
  • The Health Administration program includes an internship for students to apply their skills and knowledge in a healthcare administrative environment. All program prerequisites and major requirements must be completed prior to the internship. Students must meet with a Brooks College of Health Advisor the semester prior to registering for HSA4004 Professional Skills Development and HSA4922 Capstone: Health Admin to verify academic eligibility clearance. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required prior to the internship.

Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15

Schedule Credit Hours
ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose  3
MAC1105 (GM) College Algebra (Prerequisite to ACG 2021) 3
CGS1100 Computer Applications for Busi (Program Prerequisite) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) 3
Total Hours:
15

Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30

Schedule Credit Hours
ENC1143 (GW) Evidence and Style OR IDS1932 First Year IDS Writing Seminar 3
STA2023 (GM) Elem Statistics-Business or any Elementary Statistics course (Program Prerequisite) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a Free Elective(If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) 3
Total Hours: 15

Mile Marker(s)
Computer Applications Course Minimum Grade C

Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45

Schedule Credit Hours
Select a third Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
ACG2021 Prin of Financial Accounting (Program Prerequisite)
(College Algebra or higher is a prerequisite for ACG2021)
3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
HSA2530 The Language of Healthcare (Requisite requirement - this is a Professional Communication and Medical Terminology course for Health Administration majors) 3
Total Hours:
15

Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60

Schedule Credit Hours
ACG2071 Prin Managerial Accounting (Program Prerequisite) 3
ECO2023 Principles of Microeconomics (Program Prerequisite) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) 3
Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) 3
Total Hours: 15

Mile Marker(s)
ACG2021 Prin of Financial Accounting Minimum Grade C
HSA2530 The Language of Healthcare Minimum Grade C

Summer 2

Schedule Credit Hours
HSA4111 U.S. Health Care System OR HSA3101 Intro to Health Administration 3
**NOTE: A background check is required for Health Administration Majors. See the BHA Student Handbook for more information**
Total Hours: 3

Mile Marker(s) 
ACG2071 Prin Managerial Accounting Minimum Grade C
ECO2023 Principles of Microeconomics Minimum Grade C
All Health Administration Program Prerequisites
General Education Requirements

Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75

Schedule Credit Hours
HSA3101 Intro to Health Admin OR HSA4111 U.S. Healthcare Systems (Select the course not already taken in Summer 2. Both courses are required.) 3
HSA3340 Healthcare Human Resources 3
HSA3522 Managerial Epidemiology 3
HSA3430 Health Economics/Quant Analysis 3
HSA3173 Healthcare Accounting 3
Total Hours: 15

Mile Marker(s)
HSA3101 Intro to Health Administration Minimum Grade C
HSA4111 U.S. Health Care System Minimum Grade C
University Foreign Language Requirement

Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90

Schedule Credit Hours
HSA4170 Health Care Finance 3
HSA4150 Introduction to Health Policy 3
HSA4553 Health Law and Ethics 3
HSA3191 Health Information Systems I 3
HSA4544 Global Healthcare 3
Total Hours: 15

Mile Marker(s)
Civic Literacy Requirement

Summer 3

Schedule Credit Hours
HSA3222 Long-Term Care Administration 3
Total Hours: 3

Mile Marker(s)
HSA4170 Health Care Finance Minimum Grade C
HSA4150 Introduction to Health Policy Minimum Grade C
Summer Residency Requirement

Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105

Schedule Credit Hours
Select 3 Health Electives (See the approved list on Degree Evaluation or in the university catalog) 9
HSA3383 Quality Management Healthcare 3
HSA3160 Health Care Marketing 3
Total Hours: 15

Mile Marker(s)
Health Administration Major Requirements
2.0 GPA

Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120

Schedule Credit Hours
HSA4992 Capstone: Health Admin 3
Select 2 Health Electives (See the approved list on Degree Evaluation or in the university catalog) **Students may request to take a maximum of 2 Health Electives with Capstone course** 6
Total Hours: 9

Total Program Hours:

120

 

The Osprey Map is not a contract between the University of North Florida and the student. It should be used as a general guide for the purpose of meeting requirements and constructing course schedules. The Map may be altered periodically to meet the objectives of the academic program or the university.