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Build Career-Focused Skills
- Patient care techniques and therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes
- Clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with healthcare professionals and providers
- Disease prevention, health education, and health promotion strategies
- Medical terminology and health care communication
- Treatment plans and patient care plans development
- Professional ethics and health care standards
- Data analysis and healthcare data management
Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers pursuing health professions. With flexible learning formats including on-campus, online, and hybrid classes, along with experienced faculty and comprehensive student support, Keiser University helps students achieve their personal and professional goals at every stage. Our health sciences programs emphasize practical skills that connect directly to career paths in the healthcare industry.
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Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring your education meets rigorous academic and professional standards.
Flexible Learning Options
Study online or on-campus at Florida locations. Choose one class at a time, on-campus, online, or hybrid. Evening and weekend options are available for working adults at select campuses.
Financial Services
We’re here to help guide you through the financial aid process and provide assistance. Grants, scholarships, and financial aid are available for students who qualify.
Careers You Can Pursue with a Health Sciences Degree
Keiser University students share a common goal: building meaningful careers through practical education. With online and on-campus options, our programs prepare graduates for careers in healthcare administration, clinical practice, patient advocacy, community health, public health, and health services management, providing skills and confidence for success across diverse healthcare settings. Health science graduates enter a healthcare industry experiencing continued job growth, with actual job growth rates for healthcare occupations exceeding many other fields according to labor statistics.
Career Pathways
Graduates of Keiser University’s health sciences programs enter a wide spectrum of career paths across healthcare facilities, nonprofit organizations, public health agencies, private practice settings, and community health organizations. These clinical careers offer opportunities for career advancement as you gain experience and pursue additional credentials.
- Occupational Therapy Assistant in hospitals, schools, or rehabilitation centers
- Physical Therapist Assistant in outpatient clinics or skilled nursing facilities
- Respiratory Therapist in intensive care or emergency departments
- Surgical Technologist in operating rooms or ambulatory surgery centers
- Health Services Manager coordinating patient care and healthcare processes
- Clinical Coordinator managing healthcare delivery systems
- Patient Care Specialist in various healthcare settings
- Rehabilitation Specialist working across multiple health professions
- Healthcare Quality Coordinator monitoring patient outcomes and health outcomes
- Clinical Research Assistant
- Public Health Specialist
- Patient Advocate supporting patients through health care systems
See What Sets Keiser Apart
Desiree James, a Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) student at Keiser University, highlights several qualities that distinguish the university from others. She emphasizes the small, tight-knit community, where students have easy access to instructors and support systems. This environment fosters strong relationships, personalized attention, and a sense of belonging that helps students stay motivated and confident. She also points to the university’s culture of support, describing it as a place where students are set up to succeed as long as they remain disciplined and focused. Overall, her experience underscores Keiser’s strengths in individualized support, accessibility, and a learning atmosphere designed to minimize barriers to student success.
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Health Sciences Programs Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a health sciences degree online at Keiser University?
Some of Keiser University’s health sciences programs offer online health sciences degree coursework for general education and didactic courses. Clinical components require on-campus or in-person attendance at affiliated healthcare facilities to meet accreditation standards and ensure proper skill development. Each health sciences program has specific requirements based on professional accreditation standards and clinical training needs for health care professionals.
What's the difference between the associate and master's health sciences programs?
Our associate degree programs provide foundational knowledge and clinical skills for entry-level positions as occupational therapy assistants, physical therapist assistants, respiratory therapists, and surgical technologists. These programs typically take approximately two years to complete.
Master’s degree programs, like our Occupational Therapy Bridge Program, prepare certified professionals for advanced practice, leadership roles in healthcare administration and health services management, and specialized areas within their field. Graduate education at the master’s level opens doors to positions requiring advanced clinical reasoning, program development, and supervisory responsibilities.
What careers can I pursue with a degree in health sciences?
Health science graduates can pursue clinical careers as occupational therapy assistants, physical therapist assistants, respiratory therapists, surgical technologists, health services managers, clinical coordinators, patient advocates, health educators, and public health specialists, depending on their degree level and specialization. These health professions offer diverse career paths within the healthcare industry, from direct patient care to community health programming and healthcare system management.
Can I transfer credits from another institution?
Yes, Keiser University accepts transfer credits for undergraduate and graduate-level programs. Our admissions team will work with you to review your transcripts and determine your transfer eligibility. Credits transfer based on several factors including accreditation and course equivalency. Learn more about credit transfer and eligibility requirements and Graduate School transfer information.
What financial aid options support students in health sciences programs?
Students in the health sciences programs may qualify for grants, scholarships, and tuition assistance programs. Military veterans may also qualify for education benefits. Speak with a dedicated financial aid counselor to explore all available options and create a plan that fits your situation. Learn more about Keiser University’s Financial Services.
Do health sciences programs require specialized accreditation?
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Learn more about Keiser University accreditation. The health sciences programs hold specialized programmatic accreditation from bodies like ACOTE for occupational therapy, CAPTE for physical therapy, CAAHEP for Surgical Technology. Learn more about programmatic accreditation. These accreditations validate program quality and ensure health science graduates meet professional standards for licensure and certification.
What prerequisites do health sciences programs require?
Prerequisites vary by health sciences program but typically include courses in anatomy and physiology, natural sciences, general education requirements, and minimum GPA standards. Some programs require observation hours or healthcare experience. Physical therapy and occupational therapy programs often require specific coursework in human anatomy, while respiratory therapy programs may require chemistry and microbiology. Specific requirements appear on each program page.
How long does completing a health sciences degree take?
The time to completion depends on the degree level:
- Associate Degrees – Approximately 2 years
- Master’s Degrees – 12 to 24 months
The time to degree completion is an estimate, not intended as a guarantee, and can vary based on many case-by-case factors.
How much does earning a health sciences degree cost?
Tuition at Keiser University varies by degree program. Keiser offers financial aid, military and veteran benefits, scholarships, and tuition reimbursement to those who qualify. For more detailed cost information, please contact an admissions advisor. Get more information about Keiser University’s tuition and costs.
What courses appear in health sciences programs?
Health sciences courses at Keiser include a mix of foundational and advanced topics, such as:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology across body systems
- Therapeutic Interventions for various patient populations
- Clinical Procedures and patient care techniques
- Pathophysiology and disease processes
- Healthcare Management and health services coordination
- Professional Ethics and health policy considerations
- Evidence-Based Practice and clinical research
- Clinical Practicums in healthcare facilities
- Health Education and community health strategies
Specific course requirements vary by degree level and health sciences program specialization. Each program balances didactic instruction with clinical experiences to prepare students for their chosen health professions.
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