At Capella University, you will earn your degree from an
accredited university that delivers the challenge of a
traditional classroom, but gives you the flexibility to fit
education into your life. We offer undergraduate degrees in the
fields of business and information technology and graduate
degrees in the fields of business, education, human services,
information technology and psychology.
Admissions requirements vary by program and specialization.
International applicants residing outside the United States,
Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands are not eligible
for acceptance into programs requiring supervised clinical
internships or practical within the Schools of Human Services and
Psychology.
Capella has three scholarship options available. First, Capella
offers some internal scholarships to learners, such as the Robert
C. Ford Human Services Scholarship and the Helene Krivosha
Scholarship. Second, learners are encouraged to apply for
external scholarships that are offered specifically to Capella
learners (e.g., the Go the Distance Scholarship). Third, free
scholarship search engines are available to learners.
Capella participates in several federal financial aid programs
including the Federal Pell Grant Program and Federal Stafford
Loan Program. Capella is also eligible to certify Veterans
Educational Benefits and can provide information on other
non-federal loan programs.
More new jobs are being created in health care than any other
field. At the same time, mandated electronic record keeping and
tightened patient privacy regulations are making health
informatics a sought-after skill. This specialization is designed
to prepare you to use technology to improve health care quality
and lower health care costs. Course work covers such topics as
electronic information system management, information security,
data integrity and regulatory compliance. People who choose this
specialization are often pursuing information technology
specialist positions in hospitals, clinics and health care
systems.
School of Human Services
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Follow your passion for social change by pursuing a master's
degree in the School of Human Services. Our highly relevant
graduate specializations will prepare you to successfully address
key social issues in today's world.
Master of Science (MS) in Human Services
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Our online master's degree in human services is designed to
enrich your professional knowledge and help you more effectively
address social issues and challenges in your community.
General Human Services
The general human services specialization allows you to develop
a strong foundation in the field with the flexibility to select
a wide range of electives that reflect your interests and
professional goals. Upon completion of this online master's
degree, you will have the tools to successfully lead and manage
human services functions in social service, education,
government, law enforcement, health care and military
organizations.
Health Care Administration
In this master's degree specialization, you will learn the
fundamentals of health care management, helping you to
successfully guide and strengthen the delivery of services to
consumers. This program is designed to prepare human services
professionals, including administrators, nurses, physical and
occupational therapists, caregivers and researchers, to
successfully manage and lead health care organizations.
Master of Science (MS) in Public Health
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Our online master's degree in public health is designed to enrich
your professional knowledge.
Management and Policy
Strengthen your ability to influence public health policy and
lead efforts to improve the health of communities and targeted
populations. This health management and policy master's
specialization features a multidisciplinary curriculum that
combines the study of public health issues and concepts with
public health-focused course work in such areas as management,
organizational and financial theory and practice, strategic
planning, economics, and communication. People who choose this
specialization are often pursuing management or director
positions in government, private, or community-based public or
environmental health organizations.
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Explore the behavioral, psychological and social factors that
influence the health of national and international communities
and populations. This social and behavioral sciences master's
specialization provides an overview of public health issues and
administrative systems, as well as focused course work on such
topics as social and behavioral theory, research, assessment
and surveillance; health disparities; international public
health; and public health information for diverse populations.
People who choose this specialization are often pursuing
management or director positions in public health or social
welfare organizations that focus on research, community
assessment, or program development and evaluation.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Services
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Our human services PhD program meets the high academic standards
of doctoral study and provides a platform for rewarding personal
accomplishment. Throughout the program, you will explore and
utilize advanced theory and research, critical thinking and
principles of leadership which you can apply immediately in your
personal and professional life.
Residency Requirements: As a doctoral learner you will
attend residential colloquia in addition to your online courses.
Taken during specific milestones in your program, you will attend
three colloquia, each one week in length.
You may be eligible for transfer of up to 48 credits.
General Human Services
This online doctoral degree specialization gives human services
professionals the opportunity to construct a program to address
specific professional goals. At the doctoral level, academic
emphasis is on the acquisition of advanced skill sets and
competencies, and in preparing the graduate to teach, consult,
conduct research, and contribute to a wide range of professions
and disciplines.
Health Care Administration
The specialization in health care administration emphasizes
critical analysis of theory, research and practice within the
health care field. This program is designed for experienced
professionals who seek leadership roles in health care
services, public administration or related fields. Upon
completion, you will be well-prepared for research, teaching
and health care management positions.
Accreditation
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Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning
Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org.