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Online Coursework Programs in Health & Medical Sciences


There is an increasing demand for professionals in health and medical sciences due to a number of factors including the aging population, a growing obesity epidemic, and a changing health care paradigm. Health and medical sciences jobs include counselors, social workers, clinical technicians, nutritionists, pharmacists, physician's assistance, nurses, and more. Work settings for health and medical services jobs include hospitals, physicians' offices, nursing and rehabilitation facilities, medical laboratories, and outpatient care facilities.

Education and Career Opportunities in Health and Medical Sciences

Health and medical sciences degree programs provide a foundation for many specializations within the health care field. A typical curriculum includes a broad undergraduate education in science, leading the student to a particular area of specialization, such as health information technology, radiology, therapy, laboratory science and many more. Professional occupations within the health and medical sciences field require a bachelor's degree as well as post-graduate training. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), seven of the twenty fastest growing jobs are in the health and medical science field.

Median annual incomes for health and medical sciences jobs vary widely depending on the field of specialization and the work location. According to the BLS, they range from $37,860 for a medical laboratory technician to $40,710 for a surgical technician to $54,200 for a respiratory technician to $77,340 for a radiation therapist.

 



Allied Schools
Allied Schools Considering a new career or need additional job training? Whether you want to train for a new career, advance within your current company, or simply learn new skills to stay competitive in today's job market, Allied's distance education training can help! Because the courses are offered online and through traditional distance education, the stress associated with driving to and attending a live class is eliminated. Start your new career training today, start it with Allied Schools.

  • Medical Coding
  • Medical Billing
Ultimate Medical Academy Online
Ultimate Medical Academy Online Boost your career with an education from Ultimate Medical Academy Online. We offer career-focused training in dental assisting, nursing assisting, medical billing and coding, basic x-ray, and more. Programs take as little as seven weeks.

  • Medical Office and Billing Specialist - Diploma
  • Medical Billing and Coding - Diploma
Fortis Institute
Fortis Institute

Looking to prepare for your dream career? Fortis Institute can give you the skills and training you need to succeed in the fast-growing and high-demand healthcare field. * Programs vary by location * Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information * Fortis Institute - Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163.



  • Medical Billing and Coding