Full course description
Location: Virtual
Prerequisite: None
Full Schedule: Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM) EST
Facilitator: Zachary Pruitt, PhD, MHA, FACHE
Description:
Financial knowledge is crucial for healthcare professionals in today's rapidly changing environment. This introductory course will teach you the essential financial management principles needed to balance your organization's mission with its budget.
Designed specifically for those in healthcare, the course will cover key financial terms by following the flow of money through a healthcare provider organization. You'll explore how quality improvement and financial performance are connected. Through interactive modules, case studies, and discussions, you'll gain a foundational understanding of finance to support your organization's quality and financial goals.
THIS IS PART 1 OF A 2-PART SERIES. YOU CAN TAKE INDEPENDENTLY OR TOGETHER. FOLLOW THIS LINK TO SIGN UP FOR PART 2: HEALTHCARE FINANCE 102
Learning Objectives At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Discuss the relationship between quality and financial performance.
- Explain how money typically flows through a healthcare provider organization.
- Differentiate among the various types of costs.
- Apply several basic profitability measures to assess financial health.