Health Studies Degrees

Degrees in Health Studies explore the environmental and organizational factors that affect the health of populations. This field relies on the subjects of biostatistics, epidemiology, genetics, psychology, sociology, and economics.

Health studies degree holders have multiple career options. Graduates might work in health organizations, wellness centers, universities, and local, state, and federal government. The degree is broad in scope, which prepares graduates for a variety of healthcare related jobs. The programs also provide an excellent baseline in science and technology that can be leveraged towards acceptance in such specialty programs as dentistry, podiatry, medicine, biology, and chemistry. Graduates work in such jobs as office manager, aerobics coordinator, corporate fitness and safety consultant, community health education coordinator, or fitness center director. Graduates also work in ambulatory healthcare centers, health practitioners’ offices, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, and non-profit organizations.

Most typical health studies degree programs are offered at the bachelor’s level. The student has numerous concentrations to choose from, including child development, psychology, wellness, health management, cultural diversity, and health communication. Prerequisites for these programs normally include a high school diploma, letters of support, a personal statement, and internship or volunteer experience.

Degrees in Health Studies

Walden University: BS in Health Studies – Child Development
Walden University: BS in Health Studies – Disaster & Emergency Management
Walden University: BS in Health Studies – Health Communications
Walden University: BS in Health Studies – Health & Cultural Diversity
Walden University: BS in Health Studies – Self Designed

Top Online Surgical Technician Degree Programs

Like many other technician and assistant fields, few schools offer distance learning programs specifically for becoming a Surgical Technician. In many cases though, students start with an undergraduate degree in healthcare and receive on-the-job training later. Click through the following links to request more information on the programs from each school.

AAS in Medical Assisting AAS in Health IT AAS in Human Services	Kaplan University — Apply for this school's associate degree in Medical Assisting to achieve a strong foundation in surgical technology. This course is ideal for a fast and flexible solution to your online degree as you earn an entry-level education that concentrates on helping students acquire knowledge and develop skills in performing laboratory, clinical, and medical office procedures. Kaplan also offers degrees in human services and health information technology.
AS in Medical Assisting AA in Health Services	Keiser University — For working adults who need a flexible class schedule, Keiser's associate's degree in medical assisting may be the ideal program for aspiring surgical techs. In most cases, this program can be completed within one year and should provide all the training needed to begin a career as a healthcare professional. Kesier also offers an AA degree in health services administration.
AS in Health IT BS in Health IT	DeVry University — For aspiring surgical technicians who want a bigger role in patient data management, DeVry University's associate's degree in health information technology prepares students to learn application systems and work with managing electronic health information databases. (A bachelor's degree in this subject is also available.) HIT professsionals work with nurse, doctors, and other health care providers.
BS in Health Care Mgmt	Harrison College — Harrison College has an online program for students interested in becoming surgical technicians for a Bachelors of Science in Health Care Management; both of which are accredited. These programs are a perfect choice for students seeking to jump-start their careers and enter the workforce with the knowledge needed to succeed.
AS in Allied Health Science	South University — Try on South University's associate degree in Allied Health Science for size. This online program provides students with the information and training needed to begin a career in surgical technology, as it is designed to expose students to a broad education in general studies combined with an emphasis on life science subjects such as anatomy and physiology, chemistry, nutrition, and pathophysiology.
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