Today’s healthcare industry is growing at a rapid pace, as is the need for professionals who have the skills to lead and organize the many aspects of this rapidly expanding field. Many of those working in leadership positions in healthcare have pursued advanced study to deal with the legal framework of the healthcare industry, its systems of care, and the implications of social, cultural, and behavioral aspects of health-related issues.

• Healthcare leadership is a growing and in-demand field, with many opportunities for advancement.
• The number of persons employed in I/O related occupations, across all industries, is expected to increase by 20.4% from 2004 to 2014.*
• Learn to act as a liaison to attorneys, insurance companies, and individuals.
• Work with others to direct improvements that provide a more efficient and well-run healthcare organization.

Career / Salary Information**

Designed as career enhancement for experienced professionals, a Master of Arts in I/O Psychology with a specialization in Leadership for Healthcare Professionals from The Chicago School can help you reach your career goals. The following is a sample of advanced career options:

Hospice Director (Executive/Management) - $75,804
(25th percentile)
Directs, supervises, and governs the hospice program including in-patient care, home care and bereavement follow-up. Administers and maintains quality assurance, environmental, and infection control policies in accordance with hospital objectives, policies and procedures. Prepares reports regarding the activities of the operation for review by hospital administration. Is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.

Healthcare Quality Improvement Director (Healthcare) - $78,391 (25th percentile)
Leads and directs process improvement activities that provide more efficient and streamlined workflow in a hospital environment. Presents results of improvement efforts and ongoing performance measures of clinical processes within the hospital to senior management. Develops strategic plans for the healthcare improvement function within the facility in collaboration with the administrative and clinical leaders of the hospital. Is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.

Healthcare Professional Services Director (Executive/Management) - $119,667 (25th percentile)
Oversees the administrative and operational support of the facility's clinical programs. Assists in the development of departmental policies, procedures, and budgets. Ensures compliance with established policies. Is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.

Why The Chicago School?

The Chicago School can help professionals from every facet of the healthcare industry gain new insights and develop innovative problem solving skills to address the complex healthcare needs of the 21st century. Our expertise in human behavior and psychology is the foundation of our Master of Arts in I/O Psychology with a specialization in Leadership for Healthcare Professionals. Students will gain the advanced knowledge needed for managing the growing challenges in today's competitive healthcare environment.

• The Chicago School of Professional Psychology believes that multicultural awareness and culturally sensitive therapeutic approaches are critical to the successful practice of professional psychology.
• Innovative distance learning format allows you to maintain your full-time responsibilities.
• Complete your graduate certificate in approximately five months or your full master’s degree in approximately 20 months.

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