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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.
25 Years of Online Doctoral Experience
With over 25 years of experience in online doctoral education, we understand the unique needs of doctoral students, and have designed our programs to meet those needs. We've structured our programs to help you reach your goals and obtain critical skills—with our expert faculty, support teams, and online resources to help guide you every step of the way.
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
Depending on the program and school, you may be able to apply transfer credits to your Capella education.
Employer & Association Discounts
Many employers and organizations partner with Capella to offer tuition discounts. An enrollment counselor can tell you more.
Reduce Your Tuition with $5K
Enroll in your doctorate degree, apply for the scholarship, meet eligibility requirements, and receive up to $5K.
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 & Recognized
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.
| DHA8020 |
Health Policy in the United States
In this course, learners evaluate the impact of and connection
between U.S. health policy and services delivered from a
results-based, community impact perspective. Learners examine
innovations in and challenges and opportunities associated with U.S.
health policy development and implementation, including those related
to assessing community needs; building coalitions; and measuring the
success of evidence-based, health care policy solutions. Learners also
study ethics and social accountability relative to domestic health
policy. |
6 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| DHA8022 |
Global Health Policy
In this course, learners evaluate global health policy from a
results-based, sociopolitical perspective. Learners examine
innovations in and challenges and opportunities associated with global
health policy development and implementation, the importance of global
industry models in global health policy, and the strategic
communication skills needed to influence global health care policy
change. Learners also study ethics and social accountability relative
to global health policy. |
6 quarter credits |
| DHA8008 |
Health Care Policy Processes
In this course, learners develop an understanding of health care
policy processes and examine the ways health care policy can affect
organizational and community wellness; the ways interpersonal and
professional skills, policy-related relationships, and credible
sources of evidence can influence health care policy decisions and
change; and the ways appropriate use of health care ethics create
equitable solutions to disparities in health care policy. |
6 quarter credits |
| DHA8040 |
Health Data Analytics in Quality
In this course, learners become familiar with regulatory and policy
forces in health care that result in the demand for improved quality
and clinical outcomes. Learners examine a variety of technical
specifications, statistical procedures, and data sources to drive
improvement. In addition, learners create and present quality
dashboards to identify opportunities for improvement that drive change
in a systematic, strategic way. |
6 quarter credits |
| NHS8070 * |
Evaluation and Interpretation of Data in Health Care
In this course, learners explore underlying concepts and reasoning
related to the collection and evaluation of qualitative and
quantitative data in health care research. Learners apply appropriate
statistical techniques and practice interpreting frequently
encountered statistical outcomes. In addition, learners assess the
quality of statistical and qualitative research methods reported in
peer-reviewed health care literature.
Prerequisite(s): NHS8060. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer.
|
4 quarter credits |
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 experts will set you up for success. They’ll help you find the right degree and program, and answer all your questions about Capella.
Faculty
Our courses are taught by distinguished faculty members who hold top credentials and have hands-on expertise in their fields. They know what you need to know today.
Doctoral Advising
Doctoral programs are specific and challenging. That's why you'll have access to expert support at every step along the road to your degree.
Financial Aid Counselors
Our team knows how to run the numbers and help find ways to save on costs.
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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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