Originally chartered in 1909 as an ophthalmology school, West Coast University has experienced several incarnations, including becoming one of the early pioneers in offering Bachelor degree programs designed to meet the needs of working adults in the 1950’s. The success of this model led the University to expand and diversify its program to include offerings in the areas of business and management, computer science, industrial technology and pre-health science.

In May of 1997, the University was reorganized and new leadership emerged – refocused on programs that were in demand and most beneficial to working adults.

In early 2005, West Coast University became only the second-ever private post-secondary institution in California to be granted a Registered Nursing program by the Board of Registered Nursing. This was truly a testament to its quest for excellence and the pursuit of high demand career training.

Today’s West Coast University is a leader in Nursing and Health Care Administration educational programs. It has an attractive, modern campus with many resources; a dynamic and experienced faculty and staff; and academic curricula designed to challenge students and prepare them to become valuable members of the health care industry – for life.

The Online Associate of Science Degree in Health Care Administration provides you with the opportunity to advance your career in a short period of time. The program covers areas from general education to computer literacy and specialized health care occupation courses. Upon completion of your degree, you will be prepared to deliver quality administration services in a number of health care settings. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, from Accounting in the Health Care Environment to Health Assessment and Evaluation. You will receive a broad base of knowledge in allied health, with the specific business and health care administration skills to meet patients' needs.  

Information is the lifeblood of any healthcare organization or facility. Thanks to the latest in computer technology, healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, are able to access up-to-the-minute information to save lives and properly treat patients. West Coast University's Health Information Technology (HIT) degree prepares students to use these latest technologies and processes to ensure the right people have access to high quality, accurate, and reliable data.

Program Objective
The goal of this program is to fully prepare students to begin working as a Health Data Analyst, Insurance Claims Analyst, Records Technician Specialist, Clinical Coding Specialist, Physician Practice Manager, or Patient Information Coordinator.

What You Will Learn
This program combines all appropriate general education, theory, and hands-on skills to help students earn their degree and succeed in their new or advanced career. Students will learn a wide range of skills in a variety of pertinent topics, such as health information systems, disease classification and coding, pharmacology, medical terminology, environmental science, critical reasoning, and computer applications.

A Fast-growing Profession
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Health Information Technology industry is growing faster than average and is expected to create more than 30,000 jobs over the next 10 years.*
* U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006

Today's nursing professional needs flexibility and convenience when pursuing higher education in healthcare. The Online Bachelor Degree in Nursing provides Registered Nurses who have completed an Associate Degree in Nursing (or equivalent) with the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while still maintaining a full-time work schedule as a Registered Nurse. To meet the needs of today's Registered Nurses with demanding jobs, students can earn their Bachelor Degree in West Coast University's Online accelerated program, an 18-month (or less) program that consists of four semesters.
The Online RN to BSN curriculum covers a wide range of topics from Pharmacology to Cultural Pluralism and Issues to Trends in Nursing. Upon completion of your degree you will be on your way to advancing your career!
West Coast University's Online Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Care Administration provides you with the opportunity to assume a management role in a health care organization. Upon completion of this program, you will be prepared to deliver quality administration services in a number of health care settings.
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, from Principles of Health Information Systems to Finance & Resource Management in Health Care. You will receive a wide range of knowledge that teaches you how to manage the resources, procedures and systems of a health care organization. The program provides an in-depth perspective and understanding of health care management information systems. You will learn to comprehend the role of marketing and public relations in health care. You will also become acquainted with basic principles of organizational design and managerial behavior in health care systems.