BASCOM FAQs

When exploring your options for advancing in healthcare management, consider the Collin College BAS Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM) program. This fully online program is not only designed to fit into your busy schedule but is also incredibly affordable. With a curriculum tailored to meet the demands of today’s healthcare industry, BASCOM emphasizes strategic planning, leadership, and operations management. Whether you're stepping into a new role or enhancing your current skills, this program is structured to help you succeed. 

The BAS Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM) program prepares students to meet the growing demands of the healthcare industry by equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed for leadership roles such as healthcare administrator, clinical operations manager, or consultant.

 

Key areas of focus include:

• Understanding Healthcare Systems
      Learn about healthcare systems, regulations, and policies to navigate complex healthcare environments.
• Quality Improvement Initiatives
      Gain expertise in improving patient care, safety, and organizational performance.
• Data Analysis and Communication
      Develop skills to analyze healthcare data and present findings effectively.
• Financial and Business Management
      Acquire budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation skills.
• Population Health and Technology
      Explore strategies to improve community health and integrate healthcare technology.
• Legal and Ethical Issues
      Understand healthcare regulations, compliance, and risk management.
• Leadership and Collaboration
      Build leadership skills and foster teamwork in diverse healthcare environments.
• Project and Talent Management
      Learn to manage projects and develop strategies for recruiting and retaining talent.
• Problem-Solving Skills
      Engage in real-world case studies to address healthcare challenges.
• Capstone Project
      Apply your knowledge to solve complex healthcare problems in a real-world context.

This program is tailored to prepare graduates for success in the dynamic and evolving healthcare industry.

Note: The roles listed are intended as illustrative examples only. You should explore and apply for positions that best align with your individual interests, skills, and career goals. Earnings information provided by CareerOnestop & O*NET. Job oulook statistics from the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics.

 

Compensation Administrator

National Mean Salary: $126,900
Job Tasks: They evaluate job roles by observing employees, identifying required skills, and assessing job importance. They rank jobs or assign value, research industry wages, and set competitive salaries. They establish merit-based pay increases and incentives like bonuses and profit sharing.
Earnings: Generally earn between $87,120 and $156,050 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $199,950.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 1.5% increase; approximately 1,200 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Employee Benefits Analyst

National Mean Salary: $66,490
Job Tasks: They ensure compliance with benefit laws and union agreements while offering competitive packages. They create informational materials, analyze benefit fairness, and calculate costs to help employees understand their total compensation value.
Earnings: Generally earn between $48,420 and $79,220 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $101,020.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 6.6% increase; approximately 9,300 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Employment Administrator

National Mean Salary: $120,210
Job Tasks: They assess hiring needs, define job qualifications, and develop recruitment plans using sources like universities and conferences. They manage employee attrition, including retirement programs, and conduct studies to enhance the organization's image, compensation, and work design for future success.
Earnings: Generally earn between $80,800 and $145,220 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $193,550.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 7.3% increase; approximately 16,300 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Financial Manager

National Mean Salary: $139,720
Job Tasks: They manage customer relationships, assist with issues, and process loan applications. They oversee branch operations, cash flow, and financial instruments while recruiting and training staff. They network to attract business, approve or reject credit and loans, prepare regulatory reports, and establish procedures for asset security. They also monitor collections and outstanding balances.
Earnings: Generally earn between $87,530 and $168,790 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $208,000.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 16.8% increase; approximately 71,300 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Health Care Facilities Inspector

National Mean Salary: $72,480
Job Tasks: They inspect healthcare facilities to ensure compliance with health and safety codes, building design, and equipment standards. They observe staff to verify proper medical practices, assess fire safety measures, and recommend necessary improvements to facilities, procedures, and staff qualifications.
Earnings: Generally earn between $54,320 and $88,050 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $104,460.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 4.5% increase; approximately 12,000 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Health Educators

National Mean Salary: $57,900
Job Tasks: They develop and deliver health education programs, collaborate with public health organizations, and create educational materials. They oversee staff, document activities, and assess community health needs. They guide program development, maintain communication networks, and evaluate program effectiveness.
Earnings: Generally earn between $38,640 and $73,040 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $95,730.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 7.6% increase; approximately 7,100 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Healthcare Social Workers

National Mean Salary: $55,510
Job Tasks: They advocate for clients in crisis, assess needs, and connect them to community resources. They provide individual and group counseling, coordinate care plans, and facilitate discharges. They organize support groups, adjust treatment plans, and monitor progress to ensure effective recovery.
Earnings: Generally earn between $41,620 and $65,860 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $80,020.
Outlook: 11.1% increase; approximately 19,700 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Medical Administrative Assistant

National Mean Salary: $32,850
Job Tasks: They advocate for clients in crisis, assess needs, and connect them to community resources. They provide counseling, coordinate care plans, and facilitate discharges. They organize support groups, adjust treatment plans, and monitor progress to ensure effective recovery.
Earnings: Generally earn between $26,860 and $37,760 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $45,310.
Outlook: 15.8% increase; approximately 123,000 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Medical and Health Services Managers

National Mean Salary: $109,370
Job Tasks: They schedule medical exams and tests, maintain patient files, and ensure all required information is complete. They inform patients about appointments and preparation guidelines. They update records with test results, treatments, and prescribed medications.
Earnings: Generally earn between $73,710 and $127,030 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $172,240.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 28.3% increase; approximately 56,600 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Medical Records Administrator

National Mean Salary: $41,460
Job Tasks: They develop and enhance programs for research, preventative medicine, and community health while ensuring medical ethics compliance. They manage budgets, purchasing, and patient charges. They oversee hiring, training, and employee evaluations, design compensation and recognition programs, and negotiate with labor unions.
Earnings: Generally earn between $29,940 and $49,770 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $62,840.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 28.3% increase; approximately 56,600 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Medical Records Technician

National Mean Salary: $41,460
Job Tasks: They analyze patient data to correlate recovery rates with diagnostic procedures and treatments. They plan the organization of patient records and select software systems for efficient data retrieval and analysis. They interview hospital staff to identify information needs and determine the appropriate system for recording patient information.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 6.6% increase; approximately 14,900 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Personnel Recruiter

National Mean Salary: $64,890
Job Tasks: Personnel recruiters assess organizational needs to forecast hiring requirements, including qualifications and timelines. They identify applicant sources and attract candidates, then screen applicants based on resumes, interviews, and tests. They analyze recruitment methods' cost-effectiveness and ensure compliance with equal opportunity guidelines.
Earnings: Generally earn between $54,320 and $88,050 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $104,460.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 7.5% increase; approximately 81,900 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Public Health Service Officer

National Mean Salary: $72,480
Job Tasks: They identify current health hazards in a city or region and advise on necessary protective laws and procedures. They guide government and organizations on hygienic measures to prevent disease. They track disease outbreaks, monitor their spread, and implement control measures. They establish public clinics for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, offering vaccinations and educational resources.
Earnings: Generally earn between $54,320 and $88,050 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $104,460.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 4.5% increase; approximately 12,000 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Training and Development Manager

National Mean Salary: $115,180
Job Tasks: They assess training needs by comparing employees' current skills with organizational objectives. They determine training content, target employees, methods, schedules, and evaluation techniques. They develop management programs to ensure a strong talent pool for staffing vacancies. They also partner with universities and consultants for technical and professional training.
Earnings: Generally earn between $78,050 and $139,260 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $184,990.
Salary by State: View salary information by state
Outlook: 7.5% increase; approximately 3,700 annual job openings through 2031.

 

Training and Development Specialist

National Mean Salary: $63,350
Job Tasks: They work with HR experts to identify necessary skill enhancement courses. They set training objectives and course modules, then determine which employees should participate. They lead training sessions and assess trainees' mastery during and after the course. They conduct follow-up studies, using performance records and surveys, to evaluate the impact of the training on job performance.
Earnings: Generally earn between $42,950 and $79,280 annually. Exceptional performers may earn more than $101,010.
Outlook: 8.1% increase; approximately 36,500 annual job openings through 2031.

We welcome you to apply to the BAS in Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM) program! To join, you’ll need:

1. Admission to Collin College.
2. An associate degree (AAS, AS, AA) and a clinical background.
3. A completed application to the BAS in Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM). Only students admitted to the BASCOM program can register for upper-division courses.

If you’re curious about whether your background qualifies or if you have any questions, feel free to reach out! Call us at 972.548.6679 or email the Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM) Department at BASCOMDegree@collin.edu.

 

Eligible Fields of Study

Examples shown here are not exhaustive; candidates from these and other related disciplines are encouraged to apply:

• Anesthesia Technology/Technician
• Dental Hygiene
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Electrocardiographic Technology
• Emergency Medical Services
• Fire Science (with paramedic training)
• Health Information Management/Technology
• Medical Assisting    
• Nutritionist
• Nurse’s Aide
• Occupational Therapy
• Patient Care Technician
• Phlebotomy                             
• Physical Therapy Assisting 
• Polysomnographic Technology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Radiation Technology   
  Surgical Technology   

If your discipline isn’t listed, don’t worry! Other Allied Health, Health Sciences, or Emergency Services disciplines may also be eligible after approval by the Health Sciences and Emergency Services Division. We’re here to help you find out if you qualify!

Work experience alone does not equate to a clinical certification.

The BAS in Clinical Operations Management (BASCCOM) requires completing 120 semester credit hours (SCH) of coursework as outlined below. 

 

Technical Coursework - 44 credit hours

As part of the Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM) program, you’ll need to complete up to 44 semester credit hours of technical (workforce education) coursework that will count toward your Bachelor Applied Science degree. These credits typically come from your AAS degree.

 

If your AAS degree includes fewer than 44 semester credit hours of technical coursework, don't worry! Any remaining credits needed to meet the BAS degree requirements can be completed as electives. You can choose from approved lower-division courses that haven’t already been used to satisfy another requirement for your bachelor’s degree.

 

Core Curriculum/General Education Coursework - 42 credit hours

All students completing a baccalaureate degree, including the BAS in Clinical Operations Management, must complete 42 SCH of core curriculum/general education courses as Collin College requires.  Core curriculum/general education courses may be completed at Collin College or transferred from another institutionally accredited institution of higher education, and many of these required courses may be applied toward the BAS degree requirements from general education/core curriculum courses completed as part of the AAS degree.

 

Please visit Collin General Education/Core Curriculum (Baccalaureate and AA/AS/AAT degrees)  for further information

 

Upper Division Coursework - 34 credit hours

The remaining 34 SCHs of the degree requirements constitute the upper division medical/health sciences management courses.

 

• MHSM 3313 - Data Analysis and Presentation Development
• MHSM 3315 - Population Health
• MHSM 3311 - Healthcare Technology Information
• MHSM 3320 - Fundamentals of Business: Healthcare
• MHSM 3310 - Legal Issues in Healthcare
• MHSM 3335 - Financial Management for Healthcare
• MHSM 4302 - Healthcare Quality and Risk Management
• MHSM 4315 - Project Management
• MHSM 4312 - Talent Management in Healthcare
• MHSM 3305 - Leadership for Healthcare Organizations
• MHSM 4440 - Case Analysis in Healthcare Management(Capstone) - MUST be taken in final semester and all MHSM courses must be completed.

Yes, the BAS in Clinical Operations Management (BASCOM) program is approved for VA benefits. For more information, contact a member of our Veterans Services Team or visit any of our five campus Veterans Services Office locations.

Email: VRC@collin.edu 
Phone: 972.881.5760 (option #5)

Fall / Spring: 8 Week Block I

• MHSM 3313 - Data Analysis and Presentation Development
• MHSM 3315 - Population Health
• MHSM 3311 - Healthcare Technology Information
• MHSM 3320 - Fundamentals of Business: Healthcare
• MHSM 3305 - Leadership for Healthcare Organizations

 

Fall / Spring: 8 Week Block II

• MHSM 3310 - Legal Issues in Healthcare
• MHSM 4302 - Healthcare Quality and Risk Management
• MHSM 4315 - Project Management
• MHSM 4312 - Talent Management in Healthcare
• MHSM 4440 - Case Analysis in Healthcare Management (Capstone)

 

Fall / Spring: 16 Week Block

• MHSM 3335 - Financial Management for Healthcare

 

Summer

• MHSM 3335 - Financial Management for Healthcare
• MHSM 4302 - Healthcare Quality and Risk Management