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Department of Health Sciences

Prepare for a health care career in health information management or online health services administration at UL Lafayette's Department of Health Sciences.

Health care runs on more than patient care. Our programs prepare you for the business, management, and technology side of health care, with hands-on experience and the support you need to build a successful career.

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Health Information Management

Interested in health care and technology? Our accredited bachelor's program prepares you to collect, analyze, and maintain health information, connecting doctors, patients, and insurance providers.

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Health Services Administration (Online)

Manage the resources behind effective health care. Our 100% online bachelor's degree prepares you for administrative and operational roles across health care settings.

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Pre-Dental Hygiene

Start your path to a dental hygiene career with two years of coursework at UL Lafayette, then transfer to a bachelor's program.

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Cancer Registry Management Certificate

Already have a bachelor's degree? Earn an online certificate and qualify for the Oncology Data Specialist exam.

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Health Sciences Student Spotlights

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Why Health Sciences at UL Lafayette

A Nationally Recognized HIM Program

Our health information management program is one of only six nationwide, and the first in Louisiana, accredited under CAHIIM's competency-based Future Education Model.

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Results That Stand Out

Our 2025 HIM graduates achieved a 92% first-time pass rate on the Registered Health Information Administrator exam, compared to a national average of 67%.

Real-World Experience

Build your skills through professional practice experiences and internships with hospitals, clinics, physicians' offices, and other health care partners.

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Health services administration the focus of new UL Lafayette-SoLAcc transfer pathway

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Explore Our Programs

Health Information Management

Health Services Administration (Online)

Pre-Dental Hygiene

Cancer Registry Management Certificate

Health Sciences Student Spotlights

Preparing to Lead in Healthcare Administration Through Online Learning

HSA Alumna Charts Her Course Forward as Risk Manager

Online Grad Finds Her Voice in HSA Program

Reimagining a Career in Health Services Administration

Why Health Sciences at UL Lafayette

A Nationally Recognized HIM Program

Results That Stand Out

Real-World Experience

Health Sciences News

Health services administration the focus of new UL Lafayette-SoLAcc transfer pathway

Health Information Management program among handful recognized nationally

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University launches graduate certificate in population health

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