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Dunlap-Stone University Transfer Credit · Health 303

Business Elective at DSU.

Earn this Dunlap-Stone University equivalency through UPI Study's Human Resource Management in Healthcare — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Human Resource Management in Healthcare — transfers as Business Elective at Dunlap-Stone University
Signed Articulation Agreement · February 2025
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Human Resource Management in Healthcare
Health 303 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Dunlap-Stone University recognizes as
Business Elective
3 transcript credits
DEAC accredited since 2003 · Transcript sent directly to Dunlap-Stone University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to DSU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of human resource management in healthcare, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Identify foundational principles and concepts of Human Resource Management within the context of healthcare organizations
  • ✓Apply effective HR management strategies tailored to the unique needs and challenges of healthcare settings, including recruitment, job analysis, and performance evaluation
  • ✓Navigate legal and ethical frameworks governing HR practices in healthcare, ensuring compliance and promoting ethical conduct
  • ✓Develop competencies in employee development, training, and workforce planning to optimize employee performance and foster career growth within healthcare organizations
  • ✓Analyze and respond to emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of HR management in healthcare, fostering innovation and enhancing organizational resilience
📚Major topics covered
Managing human capital in healthcare organizations Strategic HR management & SHRM frameworks Legal & ethical imperatives in healthcare HR HIPAA compliance & patient rights Job analysis, design & role crafting Talent acquisition & selection strategies Healthcare professions & career pathways Compensation & benefits management Employee development & training Employee rights & discipline policies Labor relations & conflict resolution Collective bargaining & union dynamics Cultural diversity & workforce inclusion Information technology & telehealth in HR Globalization of healthcare & HR implications Big data & analytics in healthcare HR Contemporary issues in healthcare HR management
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Dunlap-Stone University's registrar. DSU applies the equivalency: Business Elective.

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Tuition saved vs DSU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate = credits × $475, DSU's undergraduate rate of $1,425 per 3-credit course (2026-2027 Academic Catalog). Under the articulation agreement DSU does not charge tuition for the UPI Study courses it recognizes as credit. Credit awards are subject to DSU's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Human Resource Management in Healthcare → DSU.

📚 About Human Resource Management in Healthcare
What is Human Resource Management in Healthcare?
Human Resource Management in Healthcare is a college-level course covering healthcare management, finance, or administration topics. It is Health 303 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for students pursuing careers in healthcare administration, management, or operations — as well as working professionals in health settings looking to advance their knowledge and credentials.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About Business Elective at DSU
What does 'Elective credit' mean at Dunlap-Stone University?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a DSU degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every DSU degree program reserves a portion of total credits for electives, which gives students flexibility to round out their program.
How many elective credits do I need for my DSU degree?
DSU's degree programs each define an elective credit minimum within the total (60 credits for the Associate, 120 for the Bachelor's). The specific count varies by program. Check DSU's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Human Resource Management in Healthcare for DSU electives even though it's a science course?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with Dunlap-Stone University lists UPI Study's Human Resource Management in Healthcare as Business Elective at DSU, whatever its subject area. The credit posts to your DSU transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at DSU?
Up to the overall 75% transfer cap (90 credits for the Bachelor's). DSU doesn't impose a separate elective cap beyond that, so you can stack multiple UPI Study elective courses as long as they fit within total transfer maximum and your program's elective requirement.
Is elective credit 'worth less' than named course credit?
No — credit is credit toward your DSU degree. Elective credits count fully toward the 60-credit Associate or 120-credit Bachelor's total. The only difference is they fill the 'elective' bucket on your transcript rather than a specific named course. They have the same weight in graduation requirements.
🔄 About transferring to DSU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my DSU degree?
Dunlap-Stone University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by DSU under the UPI Study × DSU articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at DSU.
Do I need to enroll at DSU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no DSU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to DSU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach DSU?
Once you complete Human Resource Management in Healthcare, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Dunlap-Stone University. DSU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (Business Elective) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Human Resource Management in Healthcare for your DSU credit.

What is Human Resource Management in Healthcare?

Human Resource Management in Healthcare is the study of how hospitals, clinics, and other health organizations hire, support, and manage their staff. It looks at practical issues such as recruiting the right people, writing job roles, training employees, handling compensation, and following healthcare laws and ethical rules. The course also covers how HR decisions affect patient care, employee performance, and the overall operation of a healthcare setting.

How the course teaches you

The course is self-paced and online, built around video lessons, quizzes, and assignments, with a final exam at the end. Your grade is split evenly across attendance, quizzes, assignments, and the final exam, at 25% each. Once you finish all components, the 3 credits appear on your transcript, and Dunlap-Stone University recognizes that entry as a Business Elective.

How it helps beyond the classroom

Skills like writing job roles, planning recruitment, handling compensation, and following healthcare employment law carry over directly into supervisory and administrative work in clinics and hospitals. At DSU, the credit fills an elective slot, so it can support your progress in the Associate of Arts: Business Administration, the Bachelor of Business Administration, or the Bachelor of Arts: Psychology. In those programs, the people-management content adds practical context to the coursework you already have.

Skills you walk away with

Healthcare job analysis and role designRecruitment and selection for healthcare positionsApplying HIPAA and patient-rights rules in HR decisionsPerformance evaluation in healthcare settingsEmployee training and development planningCompensation and benefits administrationUnderstanding SHRM-based workforce planning

Taking this course toward DSU

After you complete the course, UPI Study sends your transcript to Dunlap-Stone University. The DSU registrar applies the 3 credits as a Business Elective, which counts toward your total credit hours and your elective requirements. In practice, this means the course reduces the number of elective credits you still need to earn in your degree plan. Transfer credit at DSU is capped at 90 credits, so this course counts toward that ceiling along with any other transferred work.

Who this course is for

This course suits working adults who already handle staffing or operations in healthcare, degree-seekers close to finishing who need a few more elective hours, and cost-conscious students who would rather bring in credit than pay DSU's $475 per-credit rate for it. Because DSU recognizes it only as a Business Elective, it will not satisfy a specific general education or major requirement, so students who need that kind of course should look elsewhere. Remember that DSU accepts up to 90 transfer credits, which is 75% of the degree. It is not the right choice for anyone seeking a clinical credential or hands-on healthcare training.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to DSU.

Dunlap-Stone University recognizes UPI Study courses for credit in its undergraduate degrees under the signed articulation agreement. Each course below has the DSU course, general education category or elective credit Appendix 1 assigns it.

What DSU offers UPI students
✓Signed articulation agreement (February 2025)
✓No DSU tuition for UPI Study credit it recognizes
✓100% online degrees for adult learners
✓DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · AZ-SARA
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer credits toward a bachelor's
75%
Max share of an undergraduate program from transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at DSU in good standing and meet course and program requirements. DSU is solely responsible for how it recognizes UPI Study courses.

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