Cip Code: 51.0701
Overview
The Bachelor of Applied Technology in Medical and Health Services Management (BAT-MHSM) at Weatherford College prepares students for leadership and management roles in today’s dynamic healthcare environment. The program emphasizes healthcare operations, management principles, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making across a variety of medical and health services settings.
Designed to meet the needs of diverse learners, the BAT-MHSM program is offered in two delivery formats:
- A 100% online option designed for working professionals
- An on-campus, face-to-face option launching Fall 2026
Both formats offer the same high-quality curriculum, learning outcomes, and degree.
What Program Is Right for You?
The BAT-MHSM program is designed to support different learning styles, schedules, and career goals. Your choice depends on how you prefer to learn.
Choose the 100% Online Program if you:
- Are a working professional balancing career, family, and education
- Need flexibility in scheduling and location
- Prefer online learning and virtual collaboration
Choose the On-Campus (Face-to-Face) Program if you:
- Prefer a traditional classroom experience
- Learn best through in-person instruction and collaboration
- Want a structured schedule and campus-based learning environment
Same Degree. Same Quality. Two Ways to Learn.
Regardless of the format you choose, you will earn the same Bachelor of Applied Technology in Medical and Health Services Management and be prepared for leadership roles in healthcare organizations.
Empowering Leaders in Healthcare Excellence
Our mission is to educate and inspire healthcare professionals to excel in the delivery of high-quality patient care, strategic management, and innovative leadership. We strive to cultivate a community of scholars, practitioners, and industry leaders who are committed to improving the healthcare system, promoting health equity, and advancing the art and science of healthcare management.
Through our comprehensive program, we aim to:
- Foster a deep understanding of the complexities of healthcare systems, policy, and finance.
- Develop leaders who can navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
- Encourage collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Cultivate a culture of excellence, empathy, and patient-centered care.
- Prepare graduates for successful careers in healthcare management, research, and policymaking.
At the BAT-MHSM, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of individuals, communities, and society as a whole. We are committed to creating a learning environment that is inclusive, diverse, and supportive of all students, faculty, and staff."
This mission statement highlights the program's focus on:
- Developing leaders in healthcare management
- Improving patient care and health outcomes
- Promoting health equity and social justice
- Fostering innovation and collaboration
- Cultivating a culture of excellence and empathy
At the end of the program, student should be able to demonstrate competency in the following five domains:
1. Leadership
The ability to inspire individual and organizational excellence, create a shared vision and successfully manage change to attain an organization’s strategic ends and successful performance
2. Communication and Relationship Management
The ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers, establish and maintain relationships, and facilitate constructive interactions with individuals and groups
3. Professional and Social Responsibility
The ability to align personal and organizational conduct with ethical and professional standards that include a responsibility to the patient and community, a service orientation, and a commitment to lifelong learning and improvement.
4. Health and Healthcare Environment
The understanding of the healthcare system and the environment in which healthcare managers and providers function.
5. Business
The ability to apply business principles, including systems thinking, to the healthcare environment.
To successfully complete the MHSM program, students will be required to complete a 144-hour Health Care Management Practicum during their last semester. Like an internship, the practicum allows students to work with local healthcare organizations and professionals to apply their knowledge while gaining practical managerial experience.
Welcome to the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Medical and Health Services Management (BAT-MHSM) program at Weatherford College.
Our program is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex healthcare environment. Whether you are a working professional seeking career advancement or a student looking for a more traditional college experience, the BAT-MHSM program offers a strong foundation in healthcare management, operations, and leadership.
The 100% online BAT-MHSM program was intentionally developed to support working professionals by providing flexibility without compromising academic rigor. Students benefit from industry-relevant coursework, experienced faculty, and a curriculum aligned with real-world healthcare challenges.
Beginning Fall 2026, we are excited to expand the program by offering an on-campus, face-to-face option. This format provides opportunities for in-person instruction, collaboration, and engagement while maintaining the same high-quality curriculum offered in the online program.
Regardless of the format you choose, our goal is to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to lead effectively in medical and health services organizations. We look forward to supporting you on your educational and professional journey.
Interested in the on-campus, face-to-face Bachelor of Applied Technology in Medical and Health Services Management (BAT-MHSM) launching Fall 2026? Join us for an in-person information session to learn more about the program, admission requirements, and what to expect as an on-campus student.
Information Session Details
March 25 : Noon – 12:50 p.m. in ACAD 101
April 29: Noon – 12:50 p.m. in ACAD 101
These sessions are open to prospective students, and anyone interested in learning more about the on-campus program option.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the BAT-MHSM program may pursue roles such as:
- Medical or Health Services Manager
- Practice Administrator
- Healthcare Operations Manager
- Clinical Supervisor
- Healthcare Department Manager
- Health Information Manager
- Patient Services Manager
- Quality Improvement Coordinator
- Compliance or Risk Management Coordinator
- Clinic or Office Manager
- Long-Term Care Administrator (entry-level or assistant roles)
- Healthcare Project Coordinator
- Revenue Cycle or Billing Manager
- Care Coordination Manager
- Healthcare Program Manager
Tuition
Standard college tuition rates apply. Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.
Accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Visit the Accreditation page for more information.
Faculty
Medical Health Service Management Faculty in the Faculty Directory

