Twenty-one semester hours of coursework (7 courses) – 12 core hours plus 9 hours of elective credit – are required for this certificate. Up to nine hours (3 courses) may be transferred from other colleges or completed by a prior learning portfolio.
Courses are available online, in group tutorial formats at your local Mary Baldwin regional center, on campus in Staunton in traditional formats, or by independent tutorial study. You must complete all coursework with a grade of C- or better.
Upon completing the program, you receive a certificate in healthcare management and a special designation on your transcript.
A unique HCA program in the U.S.
MBU’s HCA program is the only endowed undergraduate program in the United States. Talented, experienced faculty lead HCA coursework and offer great networking opportunities.
You already have a passion for helping others. Choose to major in Healthcare Administration (HCA) and prepare to become a leader of healthcare programs and organizations.

Cost and Financial Aid
A great education is worth it. Here’s how Mary Baldwin helps you pay for it: Generous financial aid packages, a broad range of scholarships, transferring maximum credit hours from previous coursework or relevant work and life experiences — the list goes on. Our mission is to help you level-up and bring your aspirations to life.