Long Term Care Administration (M.L.T.C.A.)
M.L.T.C.A. Long Term Care Administration (Master's)
Program Overview
The M.L.T.C.A. program is designed for those interested in long-term care to embark upon a career in administration. During the program, students will develop competencies that are required to provide proper administration of nursing facilities. The program can be completed in a few as 15 months.
Course Work
Coursework is exclusively online to ensure that working students have the greatest flexibility in completing their studies. We offer optional in-person meetings to gain exposure to the profession. Prior meetings have been held at Texas facilities, industry conventions, and the Texas State Capitol. The degree requires a 1,000-hour Administrator-in-Training (AIT) internship, which must be completed at a nursing facility. When completed, the required coursework and AIT opportunity allow students to become eligible for state and national boards for licensure. States outside Texas are considered on a case-by-case basis.
| Degree | Hours | Thesis Option | Minor Option | Location |
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Degree M.L.T.C.A. (Accelerated Online) | Hours 33 | Thesis Option Non-Thesis | Minor Option No minor | Location Online |
100% Online
This program is completely online. If you are not a Texas resident and will not relocate, please visit the Office of Distance and Extended Learning. International applicants will not be eligible to receive a Form I-20 or DS-2019 for an F-1 or J-1 visa from Texas State and may review the eligibility requirements of enrolling in online programs and contact the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) with questions.
Program Details
The M.L.T.C.A. program, delivery format, small class sizes, and preceptor-led Administrator-in-Training (AIT) opportunities allow flexibility for those working in the field or looking to make a career change.
Program Mission
The mission of the School of Health Administration is to prepare health leaders to serve in a variety of diverse healthcare environments and add to the body of knowledge in our fields.
The vision of the School of Health Administration is to be the health administration school of choice for students, faculty, alumni, and employers.
The mission of the Master of Long-Term Care Administration (M.L.T.C.A.) program is to prepare students to become successful and ethical licensed nursing facility administrators. The program prepares students to work in many different types of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living, continuing care retirement communities, independent living, and myriad of other opportunities.
Online Availability
The entirety of this program is delivered online. If you are not a Texas resident and will not relocate, please visit the Office of Distance and Extended Learning. International students, please visit the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) regarding additional considerations in taking online courses.
Career Options
The Master of Long-Term Care Administration (M.L.T.C.A.) degree will prepare students to be leaders in the field as licensed nursing facility administrators. Coursework will also prepare students to be amply capable and prepared for success in other areas of operations within the long-term care continuum.
Program Faculty
Our faculty are engaged in industry-changing research, as are many of our students. We stress faculty/student research collaboration to produce high-quality, cutting-edge research to enhance best practices in the field. Prior research collaborations include decreasing hospital re-admissions, preventing abuse/neglect, telehealth, electronic medical records, the use of nurse practitioners, and an ever-growing lists of topics. Quality assessment and performance improvement are at the heart of our research and teaching.
Contact us for general questions about your application, funding opportunities, and more. If you have specific questions after reviewing the program details, contact the program's graduate advisor.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Kimberly Lee
kim.lee@txstate.edu
512.245.3494
Encino Hall (ENC), Room 250
Advisor Support
Julie Carroll
carroll@txstate.edu
512.245.3556
Encino Hall (ENC), Room 250A
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Application Deadlines
| Term | Part of Term | Deadline | Start Date |
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| Fall | First 8 Weeks | August 12 | August 26 |
| Fall | Second 8 Weeks | October 1 | October 15 |
| Spring | First 8 Weeks | December 30 | January 13 |
| Spring | Second 8 Weeks | February 18 | March 4 |
| Summer | First 8 Weeks | TBD | TBD |
Admission Requirements
The items required for admission consideration are listed below. Additional information for applicants with international credentials can be found on our international web pages.
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Application
- Completed online application
Review important information about the online application.
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Application Fee
- $55 nonrefundable application fee or
OR - $90 nonrefundable fee for applications with international credentials
Review important information about application fees.
- $55 nonrefundable application fee or
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Transcripts & GPA
- baccalaureate degree (in any area, per state guidelines) from a regionally accredited university (Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered. Visit our International FAQs for more information.)
- official transcripts required from each institution where course credit was granted
- a competitive overall GPA or a competitive GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
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Test Scores
GRE
- GRE not required
Approved English Proficiency Exam Scores
Non-native English speakers who do not qualify for an English proficiency waiver need to submit:
- official TOEFL iBT scores required with an 80 overall
- official IELTS (academic) scores required with a 6.5 overall and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
- official PTE scores required with a 53 overall
- official Duolingo scores required with a 110 overall
- official TOEFL Essentials scores required with an 8.5 overall
This program does not offer admission if the scores above are not met.
Review important information about official test scores.
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Documents
- responses to specific essay questions on the statement of purpose
- What interests you about the long-term care field, and why have you chosen to become a licensed administrator?
- Do you have any experience working in nursing facilities? If so, please provide detail of your experience.
- Do you have any experience working elsewhere in the long-term care continuum (assisted living, independent living) or in healthcare in general? If so, please provide detail of your experience.
- Did you have a particular life event that caused you to have the desire to become a licensed administrator?
- Why have you chosen the Master of Long-Term Care Administration at Texas State University, and how do you believe it will assist you in growing your career?
- resume/CV detailing work experience, extracurricular and community activities, and honors and achievements
Review important information about documents.
- responses to specific essay questions on the statement of purpose
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Licensure and State Examinations
All questions regarding TEXAS licensure and state exam requirements should be directed to the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) at 512.438.2050. Students from other states need to contact their state licensure boards to inquire regarding licensure, state exam requirements, and administrator-in-training requirements.