Program Details
The MS in Health Sciences concentrating on Correctional Health Administration is a unique program designed to prepare you to lead healthcare operations for incarcerated individuals. This online program teaches students how to manage budgets, handle staffing, and oversee health services with the special considerations of correctional institutions.
Coursework guides students in ways to design healthcare service plans that meet the diverse needs of incarcerated populations. Students in this online healthcare administration degree program will learn how to improve clinical outcomes and mitigate risks. Classes also cover staffing needs, budgeting, and public relations.
The curriculum includes studies of:
- Correctional healthcare fiscal management
- Correctional healthcare for special populations
- Correctional health administration for behavioral health populations
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
The George Washington University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- Requires previous work experience