Independence University Offers Health Services Management Program

Online, May 10, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Salt Lake City, UT - Recognizing of the growing popularity of healthcare-related programs, Independence University is offering a Bachelor's degree in Health Services Management. There is a growing interest in healthcare related professions that require college education of four years or less.

The Health Services Management program offered by Independence University is ideally suited for individuals who want to take advantage of the burgeoning demand for healthcare professionals, but don't want to go through several years of school. The program will train students in management theories and administrative skills needed to become successful managers. Graduates will also learn how to apply these skills in a healthcare environment.

Health Services Management program will qualify graduates for entry-level positions as administrative assistants or assistant department heads in a large facility. Some may find positions as department heads in smaller healthcare centers such as nursing care facilities. The program will qualify them to move up to positions of higher responsibility as they gain more experience in the field.

Independence University is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Students can benefit from practical experiences and hands-on clinical instruction provided to them by Independence University's educational partners from the healthcare industry.

Students must have a High School diploma or GED to be eligible for this program. Interested candidates will have to attend an online interview and also go through financial aid to declare how they plan to fund schooling.

Once the enrollment formalities are complete, students will receive study material online and by mail. They are free to set their own schedules to study after that, but are expected to submit assignments and take tests online.

Independence University's online distance education guarantees maximum flexibility to students to study from anywhere and at anytime, while offering them support in the form of qualified instructors, student advisors, and tutors if needed.

For details on this program, call at 1-800-972-5149 or visit http://www.independence.edu to request more information.