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Put your passion to work with a healthcare degree from DeVry

Healthcare touches everyone’s lives, and the heroes who help people aren’t just dedicated doctors and nurses. The industry — and patients — rely on professionals who manage operations, lead teams, specialize in billing and coding, employ cyber defenses to protect private data, and much more.  

Your future in this essential field is waiting, and enrolling in a healthcare degree or certificate program can help you get there:

  • Study industry-relevant topics: Explore medical terminology, billing, insurance processes, healthcare software, and more to stay up to date on evolving tools and best practices.

  • Get hands-on experience: Immerse yourself in our Digital Health Core curriculum to build foundational cross-discipline skills — and practice working with healthcare software and simulated patient records.

  • Find your ideal field: Choose from programs in medical billing and coding, healthcare administration, health information, and more to specialize in the area that matches your goal of making a meaningful impact.

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Healthcare certificate and degree programs 

We offer online healthcare programs for learners at many levels, whether you’re starting out or are looking to advance in your industry. Discover where you belong here at DeVry.

Undergraduate certificates

Learn the targeted skills you need to launch your career in healthcare. Undergraduate certificates help you develop vital industry skills quickly so you can hit the ground running:1

Associate degrees

Gain foundational knowledge about the healthcare industry while learning focused, job-relevant skills that align with your goals:

Bachelor’s degrees

Build skills in administration and management while exploring career-relevant technology so you can jump into the next stage of your career equipped and confident:

Graduate certificates

Learn fresh skills to take on new challenges in your current role or level up to go after a higher-level position:

Master’s degrees

Boost your technical and leadership savvy with a master's degree to take your career aspirations to the new heights:

Find your niche in healthcare

The world of healthcare is filled with opportunities. Explore your program options based on the area that most interests you:

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Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve. Our accreditation and recognitions include:

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP): Several of our programs have achieved voluntary accreditation from the ACBSP,  www.acbsp.org, demonstrating they have met standards that promote teaching excellence.2

  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET): Our Associate in Engineering Technology is accredited by The Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org, a global mark of quality that is respected by employers and professional associations within this field.

  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM): Our Associate in Health Information Technology and Bachelor’s in Technical Management, each with a Health Information Management Specialization, are accredited by CAHIIM.3

  • The Higher Learning Commission (HLC): DeVry University is accredited by the HLC, www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.

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Healthcare careers

If you have a passion for healthcare and want to be involved in the technical or administrative side of the industry, pursuing a healthcare degree could be a step in the right direction. With opportunities found in hospitals, clinics, independent practices, and beyond — your options are wide open. 

Depending on your experience, healthcare careers you might pursue include: 

  • Health technology manager

  • Healthcare operations manager

  • Healthcare support specialist

  • Inpatient coder

  • Medical records specialist

  • Remote healthcare services manager

Our Career Services team can help you take the next step with resume and interview support, professional networking, and more — during school and long after graduation.

 

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Explore growing opportunities in healthcare

While actual local growth may vary, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts about 1.9 million positions to open in the healthcare industry each year nationwide through 2033, making now a great time to pursue an education in this evolving field.

Why earn a healthcare degree or certificate at DeVry

By enrolling in an online healthcare program, you open the door to career paths in business, tech, and other fields within the industry. Whether you have a passion for coding, managing health services, or taking an administrative approach to healthcare, you have many options for putting a healthcare certificate or degree to work.

 Your education can also help you build the knowledge you need to prepare pursue industry-recognized certifications, which can demonstrate your skills to employers and create confidence in your ability to perform certain tasks at work.  

Depending on your program, some healthcare certifications you may consider pursuing include:

  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

  • Registered Health Information Administrator from (RHIA)

  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Level up your learning 

Your hard work matters, and so does every achievement. That’s why qualifying credits you earn count toward your next degree when you're ready to advance.⁴ For example, you can earn a certificate and apply eligible credits toward a related associate or bachelor’s degree. Each step you take strengthens your resume and deepens your expertise, ensuring your educational journey is always moving you forward.

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What you'll learn in DeVry healthcare classes

When you take healthcare courses here at DeVry, you’ll ramp up your skills in critical areas such as tech, management, and administration, all essential parts of the medical world. What’s more, you’ll get hands-on experience with healthcare tools and explore realistic simulations to build your confidence — and your resume — as you prepare to advance in this dynamic field. 

Depending on the program you join, some healthcare skills you might learn include:

  • Basic medical terminology

  • Cybersecurity and data privacy in healthcare

  • Health information financial management

  • Health rights and responsibilities

  • Health services finance

  • Health service systems

  • Medical ethics, compliance, and patient privacy

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Elizabeth F.
Undergraduate Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding — Health Information Coding, 2024
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I have been extremely happy working online to get my certificate. More than enough opportunities exist for learning the required materials from your courses. Library resources, tutoring and peer groups within my classes were extremely helpful in completing my projects.
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Frequently asked questions

What healthcare degrees can you get online?

Here at DeVry, you can earn a range of healthcare degrees online. For example, if you’re interested in exploring the relationship between healthcare and business principles, our Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a Health Services Management Specialization is a good option.  

If you’re looking to pursue higher-level learning and roles, our Master’s in Business Administration with a Health Services Specialization offers the opportunity to develop both you leadership and healthcare knowledge.

We also offer a variety of other programs in areas like Medical Billing and Coding, so you can align your learning with your career goals. 

What is a nonclinical degree?

A nonclinical degree refers to a healthcare program that does not involve direct patient care. People with nonclinical healthcare degrees can often be found in administrative, research, or other support roles within the healthcare system.

What are examples of nonclinical roles in healthcare?

Some nonclinical healthcare roles include health services coordinator, inpatient coder, telemedicine manager, and beyond. You can prepare to pursue this and other careers here at DeVry in many of our healthcare programs.

Can I go into healthcare with a business degree?

Yes, a business degree with a healthcare specialization can help you prepare to pursue a career in healthcare. Here at DeVry, you can enroll in programs like our Bachelor’s in Business Management with a Health Services Management Specialization to build industry-relevant skills in both areas.

Why is business management important in healthcare?

Business management is a critical part of any healthcare facility because it takes someone with business and management skills to help balance the delivery of quality patient care with project management, operations, and the financial sustainability of the organization. This can include managing costs, resource allocation, compliance, and beyond.

How do I apply to DeVry?

Applying is quick and easy:

  1. Talk to an admissions representative: Fill out a brief form, and we’ll reach out to walk you through the process.
  2. Submit your application: We’ll take you through the application over the phone. If you prefer, you can apply online. It only takes 5-10 minutes.
  3. Enroll in your first courses: Once everything is submitted and verified, we’ll help you build your schedule.

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1Time to complete varies per program and may take longer or shorter than the examples given here. Both normal and accelerated schedules do not include breaks and assume year-round, full-time enrollment. See your specific program information for more details. 
2Our Associate in Business, Bachelor's in Business Administration, Bachelor's in Business Management, Bachelor's in Technical Management, Master’s in Public Administration, and Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management are included in this designation. Conferral and Assessment data: Available for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP accredited programs. For a full list of DeVry University's business and accounting degree programs accredited by ACBSP, please see the Accreditation page.  
3The University’s accreditation for these programs have been reaffirmed through 2029-2030. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 E. Randolph St., Ste. 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at 312.235.3255; or by email at [email protected]. 
4At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program at DeVry. Refer to the academic catalog for details. 

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