Healthcare training

Medical and Health Services Manager Training

Learn what medical and health services managers do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
What you’ll learn in Medical and Health Services Manager training

A practical, general introduction to the medical and health services manager job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as build a department budget and prepare for an accreditation survey, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 12 hours, $109.99.

  • Tuition
    $109.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    12 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a medical and health services manager does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential medical and health services manager terms correctly
  • Walk through build a department budget, prepare for an accreditation survey, and fix a staffing gap step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 12 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Medical and Health Services Manager Role1 hr
  • What medical and health services managers do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job45 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Medical and Health Services Manager Vocabulary1 hr 10 min
  • Key term: Census
  • Key term: Accreditation
  • Key term: CMS
  • Key term: Revenue cycle
  • Key term: Case mix
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities1 hr 10 min
  • Manage department or facility budgets
  • Hire, schedule and supervise staff
  • Keep the organization compliant with regulations
  • Improve quality, safety and patient experience
  • Oversee billing, coding and records
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step2 hr 40 min
  • How to build a department budget
  • How to prepare for an accreditation survey
  • How to fix a staffing gap
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology1 hr
  • Electronic health records
  • Scheduling and staffing software
  • Budget and financial systems
  • Quality dashboards
  • Spreadsheets
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr 25 min
  • Follow infection control on units
  • Protect patient privacy under HIPAA
  • Report safety events promptly
  • Support staff safety and workplace violence prevention
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For1 hr
  • Healthcare finance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Staffing and scheduling
  • Leadership
  • Communication
MODULE 09Launching Your Medical and Health Services Manager Career1 hr
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE)
  • Credential overview: Certified Medical Practice Executive (CMPE)
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check1 hr
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the medical and health services manager job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new medical and health services manager.

Pricing

$109.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Medical and health services managers plan, direct and coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, physician practices and public health agencies. BLS reports a median wage of $123,860 (May 2025) and about 62,300 openings per year. Read the full medical and health services manager career profile or see salary details.

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Medical and Health Services Manager training FAQ

How long is the Medical and Health Services Manager training?

About 12 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.

How much does the Medical and Health Services Manager training cost?

$109.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.

Is the course online?

Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.

Will this course make me a licensed or certified medical and health services manager?

No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. Nursing home administrators must be licensed in every state; other health services managers usually don’t need a license. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.

Who is this course for?

Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding medical and health services managers.

How do I enroll?

Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.

Do you offer group or employer pricing?

Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.

What do I receive when I finish?

Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.

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