Learning Abroad in Health Services Management

Along with the Learning Abroad Center, CCAPS encourages HSM students to seek rich life experiences. Studying abroad provides new perspectives and opportunities to observe different ways communities approach challenges. Students also gain a unique opportunity to serve and collaborate with our neighboring nations and their communities. The experience to work with each other across programs builds teamwork, strength, knowledge and compassion for the benefit of all. This experience truly shapes our future "servant leaders!".

Frances Fernandez - Health Services Management Faculty Director

Academic Planning

Review the following suggestions from Health Services Management Major before beginning your study abroad research. Learning abroad can provide students with an opportunity for personal growth and an understanding of health issues in the broader global community. A variety of learning abroad options are available to further support the analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to the business and the healthcare industry focus of this major.

Fulfill Requirements

HSM Major Requirements

HSM students can often find learning abroad programs and courses that are healthcare or business related that can fit into your major electives. Students in HSM get to take 22 credits of major supporting electives. Historically these have been business, public health or healthcare-focused and at a 3xxx or higher. You will need to work with your HSM adviser to discuss courses options and get them pre-approved before you commit to your study abroad program and courses. Occasionally an internship abroad could count towards your HSM internship requirement. More typically it can count towards your HSM electives. You will need to consult with your HSM adviser for more information on either of these options.

Liberal Education Requirements

You can fulfill liberal education requirements while abroad. Consult the U Credit Abroad Search for more information.

Academic Planning by Year

Timing your study abroad opportunity so it works for your schedule and your major can be a challenge. Students and their advisers must carefully evaluate and plan course sequencing into any study abroad experience.

It is best to begin with the end in mind. Identify when you are planning on doing your required HSM internship and discuss with your adviser how the search will affect your timing. It may seem convenient to go abroad before your internship, but keep in mind you will need to prepare your materials and interview before your internship.

Freshman Year

Start thinking about incorporating a study abroad experience into your academic program.

Sophomore Year

Meet with your HSM academic adviser to determine appropriate course equivalencies for Liberal Education requirements and major elective options.

Junior and Senior Years

• During these years, students are most likely focusing on taking courses that apply to the major.
• Instructor-led, short-term winter break, May or summer sessions or complete semesters are options.
• Meet with the HSM academic adviser to determine the appropriateness of courses.

CCAPS Short-Term Program

Formerly known as the Construction and Facility Management Pura Vida tour since 2013, the program incorporated Integrated Behavioral Health students in 2017 and 2018, Health Services Management students in 2018, and now is a college-wide program of the College of Continuing and Professional Studies, integrating the varied disciplines into a unique cultural immersion.

For more information, please contact:

• A. Peter Hilger, AIA, Program Co-Leader [email protected]

Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS)

If you plan to participate in a program where you may have interaction with patients, please complete the Global Ambassadors for Patient Safety (GAPS) online module. This interactive online workshop developed by the Pre-Health Student Resource Center will help you:

• prepare for your experience abroad
• use your experience abroad to make a positive impact on your health program application
• consider the legal and ethical boundaries that should guide your activities while abroad
• understand your own limitations as an unlicensed student

College/Department Scholarships for UofM Students

CCAPS students can apply for CCAPS Collegiate scholarships in addition to other Learning Abroad Center scholarships.

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