PhD Degrees in Health Care Administration

Walden University

Ph.D. in Health Services - Health Management and Policy

The Ph.D. in Health Services program prepares you to serve at the forefront of the design and delivery of cutting-edge health services in the private and public sectors. Health services students examine both the theoretical foundations of knowledge and the practical application of theory to real-world problems. This dual approach encourages students to develop themselves as scholar-practitioners ready to meet the challenges in contemporary health care.

Capella University

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services - Health Care Administration

The specialization in health care administration emphasizes critical analysis of theory, research, and practice within the health care field. This program is designed for experienced professionals who seek leadership roles in health care services, public administration, or related fields. Upon completion, you will be well-prepared for research, teaching, and health care management positions.

University of Phoenix

Doctor of Health Administration

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About Online PhD Degrees in Health Care Administration

Here you can find a listing of online doctorate Health Care Administration degrees offered by accredited online colleges and universities.

According the U.S. Census Bureau reports professionals with post graduate degrees earn a yearly average salary of $113,687 or 68% more then workers with just a bachelor's degree.

Job Outlook for Health Care Managers

Health care will generate 3 million new wage and salary jobs between 2006 and 2016, more than any other industry. Seven of the twenty fastest growing occupations are health care related. Job opportunities should be good in all employment settings. Wage and salary employment in the health care industry is projected to increase 22 percent through 2016, compared with 11 percent for all industries combined (table 3). Employment growth is expected to account for about 3 million new wage and salary jobs—20 percent of all wage and salary jobs added to the economy over the 2006-16 period. Projected rates of employment growth for the various segments of the industry range from 13 percent in hospitals, the largest and slowest growing industry segment, to 55 percent in the much smaller home health care services.

Source: "Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-2009 Edition" U.S. Department of Labor

Why get an online doctorate degree?

Getting education through an online doctoral program can be a very effective and smart way to earn an advanced degree in your selected profession. Students can learn at their own pace and at the same time continue working in their current job.