Master of Science in Healthcare Quality and Safety
The Master of Science in Healthcare Quality and Safety at UAB is designed with you in mind. With an increased emphasis on value-based health care, there is a growing need for healthcare organizations to improve their quality and safety outcomes.
UAB is one of only a handful universities in the nation that offer graduate education in this innovative field and we can help prepare you to face these complex challenges. Our program allows you to learn anywhere anytime, balancing your work and family life with a graduate education that will prepare you for the quality-driven, efficiency-minded, high-reliability environment ahead. Learn more about the Master of Science in Healthcare Quality and Safety program.
Offered Completely Online
This program can be taken completely online. No on-campus coursework is required.
Prerequisites for Admission and Program Curriculum
A complete list of prerequisites and courses are available in the UAB Graduate Catalog.
Admissions Requirements
Candidates must have an undergraduate, graduate or professional degree from an accredited college or university and at least two years of experience in healthcare. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.00 or above for the past 60 hours of course work and submit a completed application by the specified deadline. Contact the Healthcare Quality & Safety program by
Application Process
Admission is for the fall semester only. Apply through the UAB Graduate School application or visit the UAB Graduate School website for more information about the application process.
Application Deadline:
The application deadline for the fall semester is May 31. After this deadline, applications will be considered on a space available basis.
Our application can be completed online from your home computer. Candidates should complete the degree-seeking application. The application includes:
- Non-refundable application fee of $45
- Personal essay statement highlighting your desire for enrollment and how you will utilize the knowledge and skills gained in your professional career
- Current resume or CV outlining your professional work experience
- Three letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts of all previous academic work beyond secondary submitted directly to the UAB Graduate School
View an Application Checklist (PDF).
Career Paths and Job Opportunities
Successful graduates of the Master of Science in Healthcare Quality and Safety program include administrators, physicians, nurses, patient safety officers, and quality managers.