Health Care
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Associate Degrees
- Biotechnology
Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Biotechnology trains students in many disciplines including genetics, biochemistry and molecular biology. Graduates possess the skills to perform laboratory tests using standardized laboratory procedures.
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography presents an integration of didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences. The program prepares students to function as entry-level diagnostic medical sonographers. Sonographers are highly skilled professionals qualified to provide patient services using diagnostic techniques under the supervision of a licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy and assist physicians in gathering data necessary to reach diagnostic decisions.
- Diagnostic Vascular Sonography
Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Vascular Sonography
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Vascular Sonography integrates didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences. The program prepares students to function as entry-level diagnostic vascular sonographers. Vascular sonographers are highly skilled professionals qualified to provide patient services using diagnostic techniques under the supervision of a licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy. Sonographers assist physicians in gathering data necessary to reach diagnostic decisions.
- Health Information Management
Associate of Science degree in Health Information Management
The Health Information Management Associate degree program at Keiser University can prepare you for a career where healthcare meets technology. In this program, learn how to manage patient health information and medical records, administer computer information systems, and code diagnosis and procedures for healthcare services.
- Health Services Administration
Associate of Arts degree in Health Services Administration
Keiser University's Associate of Arts degree in Health Services Administration provides instruction in basic health services administration skills. Students use laptop computers to learn computer skills and software applications necessary in a healthcare business environment. The program prepares students in both business and health service administration, providing courses on business law, management and marketing principles, medical anatomy, physiology and terminology, and front office management.
- Histotechnology
Associate of Science degree in Histotechnology
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Histotechnology prepares students to perform laboratory studies of tissue. The program includes the study of cellular morphology, chemical composition, and the functions of normal and abnormal tissue. Students study the composition of dyes and chemicals and gain a thorough understanding of tissue composition. Histology technologists have numerous choices of practice settings: hospitals, for-profit laboratories, clinics, public health facilties, industrial research, veterinary pathology, marine biology and forensic pathology. Specialized areas include electronic microscopy and immunohistochemistry.
- Massage Therapy
Associate of Science degree in Massage Therapy
Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Massage Therapy provides comprehensive training in Swedish massage and incorporates courses in hydrotherapy, allied modalities, sports massage, spa theory, Florida massage law, ethical procedures and business practices.
- Medical Assisting
Associate of Science degree in Medical Assisting
Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Medical Assisting prepares students to perform medical assisting duties under direction of a physician/practitioner, including preparing examination rooms, taking vital signs, assisting in minor surgical procedures, giving injections, performing venipuncture, assisting in laboratory operations, taking X-rays and administering electrocardiograms. Medical assistants also learn to function in an administrative capacity, including patient communications, maintaining patient records, billing, scheduling appointments, ordering supplies and processing insurance claims.
- Medical Laboratory Technician
Associate of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technician
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technician trains students to function effectively as a member of a medical laboratory team. Graduates possess skills to perform laboratory tests in accordance with standardized laboratory practices in clinical chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, clinical microbiology, immunohematology and serology/immunology.
- Nuclear Medicine Technology
Associate of Science degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology instructs students in the use of radioactive material to visualize, diagnose and treat pathology through proper utilization of specialized equipment and techniques. The program prepares students to attend patients, extract and evaluate data from patient records, perform dose calculations, prepare radiopharmaceuticals, perform in-vivo and in-vitro diagnostic studies, and perform related quality control and quality assurance procedures. Courses include radiation safety, storage and disposal of radioactive materials, and inventory and control of radiopharmacology. The program provides entry-level lectures in positron imaging tomography (PET). Graduates are eligible to sit for certification examinations given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-N) and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
- Nursing
Associate of Science degree in Nursing
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Nursing prepares students to practice professional nursing. Professional nursing involves the performance of those acts requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and nursing skill based upon applied principles of biological, physical, psychological and social sciences. The nursing practice of a professional nurse includes but is not limited to: observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation of care; health teaching and counseling of individuals who may be ill, injured or infirm; promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness in others; and administration of treatments and medications as prescribed in accordance with standards of nursing practice.
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant prepares students to work as occupational therapy assistants under direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Occupational therapy is the art and science of helping people gain skills needed to become independent in daily living activities. Students learn the therapeutic use of self-care, work and play/leisure activities to maximize independent function, enhance development, prevent disability and maintain health. It may include adaptations to a task or environment to achieve maximum independence for clients.
- Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant prepares students for employment as a skilled licensed health-care worker under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. A physical therapist assistant assists in the management of conditions such as arthritis, amputation, fractures, cerebrovascular accident (stroke), spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, wounds, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, cardiac and pulmonary pathology, sport injuries, work injuries and other types of injuries and/or pathologies.
- Radiologic Technology
Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology prepares students for entry-level positions in the profession, producing radiographic images in accordance with standardized practices and procedures. The program provides radiologic information including medical terminology, patient care, radiographic procedures, radiation protection, equipment operations, and image production and evaluation.
- Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology
Associate of Science degree in Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology focuses on entry-level health and fitness assessment, prescription, and lifestyle modification. The program provides a basic understanding of health risk factors, physiological adaptations to exercise, injury prevention, care and therapies, and addressing all components of activity as related to sports and exercise.
- Surgical Technology
Associate of Science degree in Surgical Technology
Keiser University's Associate of Science degree in Surgical Technology provides students with the technical ability, knowledge and skills required for entry-level employment as a member of a healthcare team in hospital or surgical center operating rooms. Students receive instruction in essentials of healthcare, surgical instrumentation, anatomy, physiology, medical language and pharmacology. Graduates are prepared for employment as a surgical technologist. A degree is awarded upon successful completion of this program.
Bachelor's Degrees
- Health Science
Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science
This Bachelor's program is the perfect continuation of any Associate degree program in allied health. The Health Science degree program investigates the social effects of political, legal and ethical issues that arise in the healthcare industry. This program is specifically designed to help you develop leadership skills in the healthcare industry. You can begin learning specifics about the industry such as marketing, information systems management, public policy and risk management.
- Health Information Management
Bachelor of Science degree in Health Information Management
The Bachelor of Science Health Information Management program is for students who are interested in the medical and technology field but don’t want direct contact with patients. This program can help you develop the skills necessary to succeed in this career, including medical records management, computer information administration, and diagnosis and procedural coding.
- Health Services Administration
Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Services Administration
Keiser University's Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Services Administration provides an understanding of health services administration and prepares students with the skills needed by a health service administrator. Topics include coding and billing, public and private healthcare, and financial and legal issues in healthcare.
- Nursing RN to BSN
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
Keiser University's Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is designed for registered nurses. It emphasizes critical thinking, leadership, management, research, physical assessment and health promotion across a variety of community-based healthcare settings. The curriculum provides registered nurses with a better understanding of the cultural, political, economic and social issues that affect patients and influence healthcare delivery.
- Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology
Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology
Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology focuses on advanced health and fitness assessment, prescription, and lifestyle modification. The program provides information on health risk factors, exercise leadership, biomechanics of movement, physiological adaptations to exercise, injury prevention, care and therapy modalities, business management, and ethics in sport.