This project-based capstone integrative seminar focuses on the concepts and techniques of successful health care management practices. It analyzes the process of developing and executing strategies designed to optimize a health care organization and its management. Students apply their knowledge of health care systems, policy, financing, and information systems to a course project. The project integrates essential knowledge from the degree program at both the practical and the theoretical levels while fulfilling the student's own field of professional interest. Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete the majority of their required major courses. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. NOTE: Students who were admitted to the college before Fall 2019 and have remained active in their original catalog year are not required to take IDIS 601.

This course provides a critical introduction to the financial structure and challenges of health care finance. The student will learn the impact of current changes in health care and the need for clinical and financial integration. Content includes information specific to revenue cycles, billing compliance, charity care, bad debt and payers (private and government). The student will understand the unique budgeting processes and financial reporting requirements of health care organizations. The course discusses the interprofessional roles in the day to day financial operations. High level communication skills in finance to engage in dialogue with stakeholders will be required.

This course provides an in-depth analysis of the quality and safety priorities in the current health care environments. Students will contrast the strengths and weaknesses of current quality improvement models including aspects related to efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness as well as being ethical and culturally responsible. The master's student will engage in the promotion of high level communications and advocacy that are necessary for quality and safety initiatives. The course includes the impact of regulatory organizations in health care quality. The student will be prepared to plan, implement and evaluate the results of a quality improvement and specifically address the improvements to health care outcomes.

This course provides an introduction to the helping process in the context of a human service agency. There are two essential components to this course. The first examines the economic, social, and political forces that have shaped the development of human service organizations and their status today. It reviews the issues and obstacles involved in providing quality service to various populations in our society. The second major emphasis offers students the opportunity to review the basic elements of the helping process. Students examine the development of a professional working relationship with clients. They also learn what the process of helping includes. Emphasis includes the influence of personal experiences and values on prospective workers in the helping professions.