FHS#06: Certifications That Can Help You Land Your 1st(or Next) Healthcare Administration Job

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞: bit.ly/3gNPblD
𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞: bit.ly/3TYuamI
Greetings Health Scholars!
Today's video answers an FHS Community Member's question: "Outside of earning a Bachelor's or Master's degree, What are a Few Certifications You Can Acquire to Help Land Your 1st (or Next) Healthcare Administration Job ASAP?". I also discussed the pros, cons, time commitments, and costs of acquiring healthcare-focused certification post graduating.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:31 Viewer's Question
2:59 Certification Benefits
4:36 Certification Specialities
3:08 Types of Certifying Organizations
6:39 Certification#1-Healthcare Policy & Systems Management
8:56 Certification#2- Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
11:51 Certification#3- Certified Medical Manager
12:45 Certification#4- Certified Revenue Cycle Executive
14:06 Certification#5- Certified Professional in Health Care Risk Mgmt.
14:46 Certification#6- Six Sigma
15:21 Certification#7- Lean Six Sigma
15:46 Certification#8- Healthcare Project Management
Coursera Website for Certifications: www.coursera.org/
𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐬? 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞!
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About Dr. Orobosa Owie
Dr. Orobosa Owie is a Professor of Health Admin & Public Health, Author, Speaker, & Global Mentor with over 15 years of strong leadership experience in healthcare mgmt. & community engagement fields. She has partnered with & earned endorsements from esteemed leaders/organizations, including President Barack Obama, NY Senator Leroy Comrie, the UN, the U.S. Department of State, NYU & Columbia University. Dr. Owie has earned her bachelor's, master's & doctorate degrees in healthcare administration.
Dr. Owie's Website: www.orobosaowie.com
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[@prettymajorhouseofglam7021]

Thank you, this was very helpful ❤️ I needed this!

[@forhealthscholars]

You're so welcome!

[@Yassss-rj9zf]

I just graduated with an AAS in healthcare administration, I’m also an LPN of 21yrs. I’m waiting to hear from the NHA board to get licensed. I start my bachelors program in February. This information helpstremendously. Thanks Doc❤️

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Jennifer... Thanks for watching & Welcome to the Channel! I am wishing you all the best in your academic journey-Dr. Orobosa

[@christopherreed3019]

congratulations..how old are you...if you dont mind me asking

[@forhealthscholars]

@@christopherreed3019 Thank you & Welcome to the Channel! I'm 35

[@lilianakinsola5361]

Hi, Happy new year 🎉, please which practice textbook do you read to prepare for your Nursing home administrator exam? I will be graduating with my BS in healthcare administration by March by God's grace and I want to do the license exam 4 Nursing home but I am in denver Colorado because I heard its varies. Congratulations 🎊 on your graduation 👏 ❤️. Thanks.

[@kungfuken432]

Goldmine of a video. Thank you Dr. Orobosa!

[@forhealthscholars]

Thank you!

[@daniebaggs]

So awesome!!

[@jenniferhill4824]

Thank you for this information… Currently studying for my CRCE…🙏🙏🙏

[@forhealthscholars]

Most welcome 😊

[@aanubianqueen4637]

Fantastic information! I've learned more from you than the university I attended to obtain M.S. Thank You

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi AA Nubian Queen! Thanks for watching and welcome to the community! I’m happy to hear the videos are helpful!

[@daniebaggs]

This eased my mind so much. I was researching certifications to help me transition from clinical to non clinical but hearing the explanations help more. The CMM cert interests me the most since Practice manangement leadership is what I would like to do. Would you recommend me doing this to get out of MA role to leadership?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Danielle, Certifications are a great way to acquire quick information about a given area in healthcare. I don't think you would going wrong by acquiring a CMM cert. All the best!

[@daniebaggs]

@@forhealthscholars thank you 😊

[@TheLyfestyle23]

Which is better; healthcare admin or healthcare management?

[@veronicahill5288]

Hi Doc! Can you suggest great tools to study for HIT? Also, recommendation time to study for certification? Thank you

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Veronica, thanks for watching and welcome to the channel! Check out HealthIT.gov they have various resources to prepare for HIT certifications or courses. Regarding studying time, it depends on you as the learner… if you already have some training or education about the HIT, anywhere from 3 months to 1 year is usually sufficient to study for a certification. All the best!

[@salger0309]

As a junior in HC Management, do you have any tips on breaking into the industry? I have multiple degrees and certification, but none yet in HC Mgmt. I found it difficult to get in the door, without a certification. Such as billing, coding, etc.

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Shawna, Thanks for watching! I would recommend you start by applying to a few entry-level healthcare administration jobs like practice management, or office coordinator to help gain some practical experience. Also, fellowships are another excellent and often paid way to secure a healthcare management position. All the best!

[@snehilpulluri7256]

Would these be helpful to have as an undergraduate student looking to apply to MHA programs in the fall?

[@masongtarkang791]

Hi Doc. This is your second video I'm watching and I'm sooooo excited I wonder if you would be my prospective mentor. I haven't come across many DHA and I can tell you are full of wealth. I love your energyand encouragement. If you're interested I could send my 📧...what do you 🤔 think?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Masong Tarkang! Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel. I do offer paid 1 to 1 mentorship sessions for aspiring & current doctoral students. To learn more, visit this link bit.ly/3hMNyVM and feel free to sign-up if you are still interested. All the best on your DHA journey- Dr. Orobosa

[@mercedesbrooks514]

I have had my MHA degree since 2020. I have a project management certification from Google and I’ve been, if not still a current meme we of ACHE. With all of that, I have yet to find a job. My background is social work, I’ve been a manager/director of some psych facilities but nothing that’ll help me navigate away from social service. I am currently in chicago. Finding work with my MHA here requires me to have an RN license. So the roles I believe I’m qualified for elsewhere, I’m not in Illinois. What am I doing wrong ?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Mercedes, Thank you for reaching out. Based on your experience thus far, I recommend you try working with a recruitment agency as a potential option. Also, with your membership with ACHE have you been connecting and having conversations with other members?

[@tuneski8890]

Thank you for this video. I will be graduating from SFSU with a bachelors degree in business administration with concentration in management. I want to working in the healthcare industry but I don’t know if my degree will matter compared to one in healthcare administration or if it doesn’t matter. Can you guide me or individuals like myself with this degree but wants to work in healthcare ? I will definitely do the certifications or whatever else I need to stand out to get the role. Thank you for your time !!!

[@forhealthscholars]

Thanks for watching! All the best!

[@vivienonyeoma8912]

I just stumbled on ur video and i must say am really glad i liked + subscribed, i graduated from public administration here in Nigeria, been an administrative assistant for 3yrs+ & wuld like to get into management roles in healthcare since i plan to relocate. Please wat courses or certifications will i need to prepare me for such roles? Thank you

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Vivien, thanks for watching and subscribing to the channel! A degree in healthcare management or administration can help you. However, do note that each university curriculum varies. All the best in your career journey!

[@vivienonyeoma8912]

@@forhealthscholars Thank you very much for taking the time to reply, I really appreciate.

[@Questaxo]

Hey! I love your videos continue to do your thang your help is needed! Do u have any advice for a graduating senior with a bachelors in Health administration. I want to help manage a healthcare company I’ve been thinking HR. But I don’t know where to start. I’ve applied to jobs but I haven’t got any call backs. I’ve had my own business for 3 years I’ve managed that I also was a brand manager for a company. I just want to put my degree to use to make more money.

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi @questaxo thank you for your kind words & welcome to the channel! Right now the healthcare job market is adjusting to the current economic climate and as result, Healthcare hiring is changing. Since you have applied a few times with no response, I recommend you try working with a recruiter. Robert Half and Tanynum Group are the two agencies I know that are helpful… Also check out the below strategy that I posted on the For Health Scholars KZbin Community Board below: ✨Here’s a Quick Strategy to Land Your Next Healthcare Job… 1. Make a Goal to Apply to a Minimum of 5 Job Position Postings Per Day 2. Open the Job Search Engines and Look for Healthcare Jobs Vacancies Posted in the Last 7 Days (i.e., Indeed, Simply Hired, etc.) 3. Apply to the Jobs that Have Been Posted Within the Last 7 Days (these postings mean they are hiring immediately) 4. Sign-up for Your Industry Listserv (i.e., ASPPH, ACHE, RESADM-L). These listservs always share job opportunities that are not usually posted on the common job boards. 5. Connect with Recruiters I hope this is helpful and all the best on your job search!

[@me_not_me]

@@forhealthscholars Can you do a video about setting up and using Listserv? I have never heard of this. Thanks for all the great information 👍🏽 😀 😊 🙏🏼

[@forhealthscholars]

@@me_not_me yes I can. Thank you for the suggestion!

[@pauseandpraycathnetwork7211]

Hi, what a wonderful video. I just stormed into your video. I have a degree in Philosophy, how can I get a degree in hospital administration Course online. I have a three year experience in working in the hospital

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi, thanks for watching. You will need to research healthcare administration programs and pick the one that best fit your academic and career needs. All the best!

[@proudmotherofajamaicanjour968]

New subscriber

[@forhealthscholars]

Welcome & thank you for joining our community ☺️

[@user-hm4ck2tb4v]

What kind of certification I should do , as almost all certifications requires experience but I don't have that ,I am currently pursuing mba in healthy care

[@tasmith1610]

Hi, I graduated with Health Administration degree many years ago . I am trying to restart my career into the field. But I feel I need some certs to help me get into mid - senior level. What would you suggest as a good start. Any suggestions/ feedback greatly appreciated. ❤

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi @tasmith1610... Thanks for watching, and welcome to the channel! Certifications can always be beneficial in helping land a job, especially if you have been away from the industry for a while. I would take Executive- Driven Leadership Certs. However, getting certifications is not required. To acquire Mid to Senior level positions, you need to network with executives... Attend town hall meetings, conferences or connect via Linkedin. Additionally, using an executive recruiter firm can help you re-enter the field in a mid to senior position. Check out this website www.besmith.com... All the best!

[@tasmith1610]

@@forhealthscholars thank you so much!!

[@christopherreed3019]

get a MAsters in health Administration...get a fellowship job after graduating and then move into mid-senior level position! Goodluck

[@annarose8444]

l love your videos, very knowledgeable. I am very interested in the health care and administration roles. I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I'm looking to advance to the next level. How do I contact you to get some advice?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Anna, thank you for your kind words and welcome to the channel. Feel free to send me an email via the email listed in the channel page description!

[@annarose8444]

@@forhealthscholars ok will do! Thank you!

[@hannibalthe1st565]

I have an MPA (master of public admin). What can I do to get into hospital admin? Anything on coursera that is best?

[@forhealthscholars]

Networking, taking leadership and healthcare business development courses can help you achieve your hospital administration goal.

[@parthinater]

Hi! I'm a foreign Medical graduate (M.D from Caribbeans) I have also done MHA from India and I have 1 year of work experience. What should be my average salary expectation in Canada if I pursue a career in MHA?

[@rominamorales621]

What is the good bachelors degree for a health management? I am doing my AA in health management pathway..but I want to know if a health sciences bachelor is good to find a job after finish my degree?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Romina, You can also explore bachelor's degrees in healthcare management or administration

[@rominamorales621]

What is the difference between health administration and health management? Is the same degree ?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Romina, I have a video on the channel that specifically explains the difference. Feel free to check it out

[@BuildingAbetterYou82]

Can these certifications be used for health management concentrations as well?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi, yes they can.

[@hannibalthe1st565]

I have 9 years experience as a direct support staff for a company helping people with disabilities and a masters in public admin. Can that get me any of these certs?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Hannibal, I safely say yes but I always recommend you read the enrollment criteria before applying or spending money on getting a certification. All the best!

[@hannibalthe1st565]

What if I just took a dozen healthcare admin certs off coursera?

[@forhealthscholars]

It can potentially work in your favor. But do note that the hiring process is more than the acquirement of education.

[@chitranjanjoshi230]

I am doing mba form hospital administration and healthcare management which type of certifications will help me in career growth

[@forhealthscholars]

There are various certifications you can complete, it really depends on your area interest under the healthcare administration sector.

[@suzettemona1]

I graduated 2 years ago with my bachelor's degree in health administration, but I registered for the board of certification, and I can't find any senior community program to accept preceptors or AIT to complete 1,000 hours, Can you help me out with this?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi thanks for watching. I recommend you reach out to a few nursing homes in your area and see if they will allow you to volunteer. Also, connecting with teaching hospitals. They may have some outpatients facilities that cater to the geriatric communities. All the best!

[@lashandabyrd]

I graduated with my degree in healthcare administration how do I obtain my license 🪪

[@quathetruth8314]

Hello. I have a Masters in Healthcare Administration seeking to increase my earning potential from my bachelor’s degree which is in Sociology. I’m very interested in certifications that can help me in the Northern Virginia/Washington DC area. Could you give me some advice with the Information Technology certification? Would I be able to get into a certification program with my MHA?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi most certifications don’t require you to have masters degree. You may be eligible to take a information technology certification. I recommend you do some research of the certification of interest and see what universities or professional associations offer the regulatory exams and etc. all the best

[@quathetruth8314]

@@forhealthscholars thank you so much!

[@dakotamichellelefty]

We have the same degrees!!! I been a caseworker for years…but trying to break in Healthcare more.. I must say this video gave me the confirmation on what I been thinking on.. Good luck to you 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@kenyahampton7918]

Are these certifications beneficial to my Healthcare management degree?

[@forhealthscholars]

Hi Kenya… Certifications can help you keep update with the various changes in the field. Additionally, certifications can help you transition into a new field under the healthcare umbrella. Certifications can also give you a competitive advantage.

[@Phyllisdaven1234]

Will this help me in open a RAL?

[@TheLyfestyle23]

First time