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Admission
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What You’ll Learn
Evidence-Based Decision-Making
Use evidence-based methods to define health problems, advocate for policy solutions, and evaluate policy and outcomes.
Understand the Big Picture
Evaluate the impact of proposed policies on organizational
directional strategies.
Help Your Populations’ Needs
Develop advocacy positions that articulate the needs of specific
interest groups.
Communicate Concepts Clearly
Communicate effectively as a health care scholar and
practitioner.
Lead with Ethics & Professionalism
Model health care professionalism through ethics, professional
practices, social accountability, and community stewardship.
Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
Professionally Relevant
Our curriculum is credible and relevant, designed around the National Center for Health Care Leadership Competency Model™ (NCHL).
Learner Success Lab
Learn how to use your academic resources like the writing center, teaching assistants, and more to your fullest advantage.
Transfer Credit Savings
You may be able to transfer 12 credits—an equivalent of two
courses—if you have an MHA or related degree, saving you up to
$8,800.
Cost & Learning Format
Online education isn’t one size fits all. We know you’re busy—you
need a learning experience tailored to your life, not the other way
around. Capella has learning and tuition formats to suit you, however
you learn.
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Get the Details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Ways to Save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Transfer Credits
We can accept many transfer credits from regionally accredited
schools.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer
tuition discounts. Talk to an enrollment counselor to learn
more.
Scholarships for New Students
Capella scholarships, available for qualifying students, aren’t need-based and never have to be repaid.
Our integrated capstone and practicum allows you to research a real-world issue while gaining hands-on experience. For your capstone, you’ll research a health care issue and use evidence to present a solution. Your practicum will include 100 hours working in a health care setting.
Accredited & Respected
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Sample Courses
The online DHA in Health Policy and Advocacy curriculum emphasizes
global perspectives of health policy and advocacy, focusing on
evidence-based strategies for promoting positive community-oriented
health outcomes and influencing change.
Support to Reach the Finish Line
Our doctoral curriculum is designed to give you dedicated support
early in your program—so you can be confident in the steps to
completing your degree.
Capstone Mentors
For the culminating project of your doctoral degree, you’ll be paired with a knowledgeable mentor to help you along the way.
Keystone Course
Work with a faculty member who can help you examine key support elements and identify potential project sites for your capstone topic.
Some of the courses you will take:
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| DHA8020 | Health Policy in the United States |
| DHA8022 | Global Health Policy |
| DHA8008 | Health Care Policy Processes |
| DHA8040 | 21st Century Health Care Leadership |
| NHS8070 | Evaluation and Interpretation of Data in Health Care |
Faculty & Support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment Counselors
These folks are superstars. We hear it from our students (and grads).
They’re here to help find a program fit and set you up for
success.
Faculty
Our distinguished faculty members hold top credentials in their
fields. They’re here to teach the knowledge and skills you’ll need,
now.
Doctoral Advising
A doctoral degree takes special effort. It's why we offer expert
support at every step to keep you moving forward toward your
goal.
Financial Aid Counselors
First they listen. Then they act—for you. Running the numbers,
exploring ways to save, and making the financing of your education
simpler.
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Move Forward in Your Career
Here are just some of the career options you could explore with our online doctoral degree in health policy and advocacy.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Chief compliance officer
- Chief executive officer
- Clinic director
- Director of health care quality
- Government affairs vice president
- Health care consultant
- Health policy consultant
- Health policy analyst
- Public affairs director
- Public affairs vice president
- Public policy director
- Regulatory director
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Hospital
- Health care consulting firm
- Health clinic
- Health system
- Accountable care organization
- Ambulatory health care service
- Health plan
- Home health care service
- Insurance company
- Medical and diagnostic laboratory
- Nursing or residential care facility
- Outpatient care center
- Wellness and health promotion organizations
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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