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Whether you work in patient care, administration, operations or leadership, ACU can help you grow your skills and advance your career without stepping away from your current role.

Benefits for Betty Hardwick Center Employees:

  • 10% tuition discount
  • $50 application fee waived
  • 100% online programs

Learn more today and lock in your tuition benefit.

Why Choose ACU?

That in-person feeling, fully online

Community at ACU transcends physical location. Our flexible online programs equip our students with practical wisdom and relational anchors. From faculty that are deeply dedicated to your success, to a community of peers that uplift, inspire and challenge one another, ACU’s online programs are anything but impersonal.

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Flexibility

  • 7-week course format keeps you moving toward your degree
  • Take 1 or 2 courses at a time to fit school into your schedule
  • Six start dates a year make it easier to begin when the time is right

affordability

Affordability

  • Competitive pricing comparable to other leading online programs
  • Pay-as-you-go tuition and federal financial aid options for those who qualify
  • Locked-In Tuition keeps your rate the same from your first class to graduation

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Student Support

  • Dedicated support from enrollment through graduation
  • Included learning resources to help you stay on track academically
  • A student experience designed to help busy working adults succeed online

Find the Right Program for You

Whether you work in patient care, administration, operations or leadership, ACU can help you grow your skills and advance your career without stepping away from your current role.

Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Services

ACU’s online Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Services focuses on learning about optimal human development and relationships from infancy through adulthood, with the purpose of addressing the evolving definition of family.

Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration

This program focuses on three areas: leadership and ethics; the healthcare system; and technical and foundational competencies. You’ll have the knowledge and skillset to stand out to future employers in the largest sector of the U.S. economy.

Master of Marriage and Family Therapy

Our COAMFTE-accredited 60 credit–hour online Master of Marriage and Family Therapy program combines practical training in couple, family and child therapy, mental illness, substance abuse and addiction, with emphasis placed on assessment and diagnostic processes.

Ready to Get Started?

Explore ACU’s online programs available to Betty Hardwick Center employees, or take the next step and apply today. Whether you’re comparing options or ready to move forward, we’re here to help you get started.

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Who this fits

  • Betty Hardwick Center employees looking to advance their education and career opportunities
  • Professionals working in patient care, administration, operations or support services
  • Individuals interested in strengthening leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
  • Staff preparing for advancement into supervisory or leadership positions
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Outcomes

  • Build practical leadership, communication and problem-solving skills you can apply immediately in your role
  • Strengthen your professional credentials and prepare for advancement opportunities within Betty Hardwick Center and the healthcare industry
  • Gain knowledge and skills that support effective patient care, teamwork and organizational success
  • Earn a respected degree designed to support long-term career growth in healthcare and related fields

Why enroll

  • Take advantage of the Betty Hardwick Center partner tuition discount and waived application fee
  • Pursue your degree in a flexible online format designed for busy working professionals
  • Invest in your future with a program that can expand your opportunities, impact and career potential
  • No GRE or GMAT requirement

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