Overview
In this career, your responsibilities may include:
- Providing administrative oversight for management of hospice facility and compliance with all regulations.
- Training and coaching interdisciplinary teams.
Job Titles
In your job search, you may find job listings for this career under different titles. You can find some examples of these here, as well as more information about this career here.
Academic Requirements
Typically requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree. The most helpful master’s degrees for this career are Master of Health Administration (MHA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Healthcare Management.
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Certification
Certification is not required, but could make employers more likely to hire you or offer you a higher salary.
You may be eligible for the following certifications:
- Certified Home Care & Hospice Executive (CHCE) from the National Association for Home Care & Hospice
- Certified Hospice Manager (CHM), Certified Hospice Administrator (CHA), or Certified Hospice Executive (ACHE) from the National Board for Home Care and Hospice Certification (NBHHC)
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Licensure
Licensure is not required to work as a Hospice Manager.
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