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  • HLTH 4910: Population Health Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Designed as an academic cumulative experience allowing students to demonstrate competence in integrating concepts across the curriculum and will include the creation of a professional project. Additionally, the course will prepare students for their professional internship experience and reinforce concepts such as ethics, professionalism, networking, organizational dynamics, teamwork and leadership. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate competence in integrating concepts across the curriculum by creating solutions to case study scenarios and completing appropriate projects. 2. Demonstrate competence in program curriculum through a standardized nationally administered exam covering concepts such as ethics, professionalism, networking, organizational dynamics, teamwork and leadership. 3. Prepare for a professional internship experience. 4. Create resumes and fulfill activities to prepare for entry into the health industry. Prerequisites: HLTH 2010 and HLTH 3010 and HLTH 3020 and HLTH 4010 (all Grade C or higher) and advanced standing; or instructor approval. FA
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  • HLTH 4920R: Population Health Internship

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Course is designed to provide students with community-based practical experience that will allow them to observe real-life practice and provide opportunity to demonstrate mastery of professional skills in a health community setting. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Observe real-life practice and provided opportunity to demonstrate mastery of professional skills in a health setting completing a minimum of 120 hours. 2. Apply knowledge and skills within a health organization. 3. Demonstrate program competencies while completing an agreed upon project for a health organization. 4. Demonstrate readiness to enter into the health industry or graduate school. 5. Demonstrate ability to collaborate with industry professionals including supervisors and peers. Prerequisites: Students must complete HLTH 4910 Capstone before registering for the internship course, advanced standing and instructor approval; Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher to be eligible to register for their internship; Grade Standard for Core Emphasis Courses: To register for the internship course, students must have achieved a grade of 'C' or better in all core emphasis courses completed before the internship. SP
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  • HLTH 4930R: Long-Term Care Residency I

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Provides an experience where students complete projects, plans, and other administrative tasks under the joint supervision of a long-term care facility administrator and faculty member. This course requires 600 hours of on-site application of program knowledge and skills at a long-term care facility. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply knowledge and skills within a nursing home organization. 2. Demonstrate an ability to collaborate with industry professionals including supervisors and peers. 3. Demonstrate program competencies while completing an agreed upon project for a long-term health care organization. 4. Demonstrate readiness to oversee a long-term care organization or graduate school. Prerequisites: Advanced standing or instructor approval. FA, SP
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  • HLTH 4940R: Long-Term Care Residency II

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    A continuation of Long-Term Care Residency I, this course provides an experience where students complete projects, plans, and other administrative tasks under the joint supervision of a long-term care facility administrator and faculty member. This course requires 400 hours of on-site application of program knowledge and skills at a long-term care facility or an alternative long-term care organization. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply knowledge and skills within a health care organization. 2. Demonstrate program competencies while completing an agreed upon project for a long-term care organization. 3. Demonstrate an ability to collaborate with industry professionals including supervisors and peers. 4. Demonstrate readiness to lead a long-term care organization or enter graduate school. Prerequisites: Advanced standing or instructor approval. FA, SP
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  • HLTH 4950R: Population Health Independent Study

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    This course is designed to meet the individual needs of advanced students in Population Health Programs who wish to pursue a specific focus of study related to their degree/emphasis focus and/or research interest. Students work under supervision by appropriate faculty in the design and successful completion of the course. The course is structured by a formal contractual arrangement with the faculty member submitted at the beginning of the semester in which that coursework is undertaken. Students are expected to meet with the faculty mentor (or mentors) each week and to provide the faculty member (or members) with progress reports and assignment development for feedback and grading purposes on an ongoing basis. Variable credit 1.0 - 3.0. Repeatable up to 9 credits, subject to graduation requirements. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate learning through original and creative ideas. 2. Collaborate with others to accomplish a shared purpose or goal. 3. Use appropriate strategies and tools to represent, analyze, and integrate course-specific knowledge. 4. Demonstrate the ability to think critically about the course content. 5. Apply knowledge from the course to various contexts, problems, and solutions. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. FA SP SU
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  • HLTH 6000: Professional Development for Emerging Health Professionals

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Professional Development for Emerging Health Professionals is a comprehensive three-credit hour course designed for Master of Health Administration (MHA) students. This 14-week program is tailored to equip students with essential skills and knowledge to excel in their internship, post-grad job search, and fellowship applications. The course encompasses various topics, including internship and fellowship opportunities, professional organization engagement, effective offer negotiation, interview and application preparation techniques, networking strategies, and job fair participation. Through this course, students will gain a competitive edge, fostering career growth and success in the dynamic healthcare industry. ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)**At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Create a professional resume and cover letter. 2. Create a LinkedIn Profile. 3. Employ networking skills to build their professional network. 3. Develop leadership and relationship management skills. 4. Engage in informational interviewing. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master's of Healthcare Administration at Utah Tech University. FA
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  • HLTH 6001: Healthcare Economics and Policy

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Healthcare Economics and Policy is a comprehensive three-credit-hour professional development course for Master of Health Administration (MHA) students. This 14-week program delves into the intricacies of healthcare economics, policy, and legislative functions that significantly influence healthcare delivery. The course equips students with a thorough understanding of the economic principles driving healthcare systems, formulating and analyzing healthcare policies, and the critical role of legislation in shaping healthcare practices. ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)**At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Understand basic healthcare economic principles. 2. Utilize economic perspectives to understand current and proposed healthcare policy. 3. Explain the economic perspectives that drive policy decision-making around finance and delivery of health services. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master's of Healthcare Administration program at Utah Tech. FA
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  • HLTH 6002: Revenue Cycle Management and Health Plans

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Revenue Cycle Management and Health Plans is a comprehensive three-credit-hour professional development course tailored for Master of Health Administration (MHA) students. Over 14 weeks, this program offers a deep dive into revenue cycle management, health plans, Medicaid, Medicare, healthcare finance, and accounting. Through an integrated approach, students will gain a profound understanding of how health plans function, how legislative and policy factors impact revenue cycle management, and the critical role of the revenue cycle in influencing cash flow. By exploring the intersections of healthcare economics, policy, and accounting, students will be equipped with essential skills to optimize revenue operations, enhance financial performance, and navigate the complexities of the evolving healthcare landscape. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Explain the public and private sources of health insurance coverage. 2. Describe the factors third-party payers consider when setting premium and reimbursement rates. 3. Describe the various reimbursement methods utilized by third-party payers. 4. Utilize reimbursement methodologies that impact coding and billing compliance, value-based purchasing initiatives, and revenue cycle management. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Healthcare Administration program and students must have passed a financial accounting course (Grade B- or higher). FA
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  • HLTH 6003: Health Services Administration

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Health Services Administration is a dynamic three-credit-hour course for early-career healthcare professionals pursuing a Master of Health Administration (MHA). Over 14 weeks, this course offers a comprehensive overview of various departments and service lines within a primary health system. By exploring the diverse roles and functions across healthcare departments, students will be equipped to navigate the complexities of health services administration, fostering their potential for impactful and successful healthcare leadership. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Apply the principles of a healthcare organization, management, and problem-solving as a basis for action and leadership. 2. Employ techniques that manage positive relationships with individuals and teams. 3. Engage in crucial conversations. 4. Communicate and navigate the healthcare industry based on knowledge of organizational participants, governance structures, funding mechanism, and health policy and economics. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master's of Healthcare Administration program. FA
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  • HLTH 6004: Marketing and Brand Management

    3.00 Credits
    Utah Tech University

    Marketing and Brand Management in Healthcare is an engaging three-credit-hour professional development course to equip early-career healthcare professionals pursuing a Master of Health Administration (MHA) with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in healthcare marketing and brand management. Over 14 weeks, students will explore the healthcare industry's diverse aspects of marketing strategies, communication techniques, and brand-building. Through an integrated approach, the course aims to introduce participants to the intricacies of healthcare marketing, enabling them to develop innovative and effective marketing campaigns, enhance brand reputation, and foster patient engagement for improved organizational success and patient outcomes. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of marketing and brand management concepts and strategies related to health care delivery. 2. Create a comprehensive marketing plan that includes market analysis, competition, marketing mix, and strategic goals that drive the organizational mission. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master's of Healthcare Administration program. SP
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