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Associate's Degrees
Occupational therapy assistants are an essential, appreciated part of a patient’s recovery process. People who enter this field are dedicated, compassionate caregivers who work hard to help injured individuals recover and return to the activities of their day-to-day lives. Upon earning a degree, you’ll be ready to enter the field armed with the skills and knowledge to become the best caregiver you can be.
Request More Information »Are you interested in medical assisting schools, but haven’t yet found a medical assisting program right for you? The Associate of Science in Medical Assisting degree program at South University can be the first step toward a career of delivering healthcare treatment as a core member of the medical team. The curriculum places emphasis on the mastery of your clinical and administrative skills, which is reinforced by a 200-hour, unpaid clinical externship in a medical office where you practice the skills and knowledge you learn in the classroom.
Request More Information »Occupational therapy assistants are an essential, appreciated part of a patient’s recovery process. People who enter this field are dedicated, compassionate caregivers who work hard to help injured individuals recover and return to the activities of their day-to-day lives. Upon earning a degree, you’ll be ready to enter the field armed with the skills and knowledge to become the best caregiver you can be.
Request More Information »Physical therapist assistants are healthcare providers who work under the supervision of physical therapists. Their duties include assisting the physical therapist in implementing treatment programs according to a plan of care, training patients in exercises and activities of daily living, conducting treatments using special equipment, administering modalities and other treatment procedures and reporting to the physical therapist on the patient's responses.
Request More Information »Bachelor's Degrees
Choose South University’s Business Administration degree programs. Whether you are good with numbers, people, computers, or just business concepts in general, a business administration degree can help you get in the door at many businesses and organizations.
Request More Information »Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology is the first step toward a rewarding career in psychology. Our well-rounded curriculum and initial training will qualify you for entry-level positions in this fascinating field. Subjects include psychological disorders, intrapersonal and interpersonal processes such as conformity, social perception, persuasion, group dynamics, and self-esteem, personality development, structure, dynamic assessment, and psychological adjustment.
Request More Information »A Bachelor of Science degree builds on your basic knowledge of this field of study with courses that focus on the causes of crime and critical insights into the functions of the criminal justice system. Course topics include the response by police, courts, and corrections to crime and violence, ethical concerns, theoretical and applied criminal justice, causes of crime, and the process of adjudicating criminal cases. This degree serves as the springboard for an entry-level position in the field.
Request More Information »Almost all businesses rely on information systems to be successful and efficient. This field requires specialists who can keep up with the continually changing landscape of the digital world, and that’s what South University delivers.
Request More Information »A solid career in nursing starts with a strong educational foundation. Earning a BSN degree can help you to become marketable in this competitive field and can provide you the opportunity for career enhancement. Our CCNE-accredited program is taught by experienced nurses who can help you to develop the skills you need to make the most of your career. Our program is geared toward developing your teaching skills as well as your ability to motivate and train nursing staff. This program is designed to improve your management capabilities and skills like critical thinking, delegation, prioritization, and decision-making.
Request More Information »If you’re looking to advance your nursing career, the Nursing RN to BSN degree completion program at South University is designed help you earn your degree in an efficient manner. Our course schedule provides you the opportunity to combine campus and online classes or take online classes only, allowing you to pursue your degree on your time, without having to put your career on hold.
Request More Information »The Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and practical skills required of a public health professional and advocate for population health. The curriculum provides a broad general education, strong foundation in the human health and disease sciences, and core areas of public health. The curriculum aligns with the competencies expected of a public health practitioner by providing courses in health communication, health disparities, legal and ethical issues, management of public health systems, and policy and research. Students develop the ability to apply core concepts to assess the health needs of diverse populations at the local, national and international levels, plan and evaluate programs, and communicate and advocate health promotion. Graduates are prepared to contribute to delivery of the essential services of public health in health agencies at the government or community-based level and in the private sector, continue to learn throughout their professional careers, and to pursue graduate study in public health and the health sciences.
Request More Information »Master's Degrees
South University’s program uses a process-based curriculum that allows you to gain a firm grounding in economics, decision-making, behavioral sciences, and strategic environment – all imperative skills to being competitive in the chosen field. Some of the specific skills graduates of our program will have the opportunity to master include the evaluation of diverse business models, an ethical and global perspective in the decision-making process, the ability to apply effective and clear communication skills in influencing others, and the application of effective leadership and management techniques.
Request More Information »Built around the strength of our MBA program, the Accelerated MBA provides strong business competencies and management skills as well as education on specialized healthcare topics like leadership, management, decision-making, behavioral sciences, economics, and strategic environment to those of you who want to be leaders in the healthcare field.
Request More Information »Coursework for this degree includes a comprehensive curriculum of theories, principles, and dynamic applications in the field, training in effective assessment and treatment practices, an understanding of the significance of research in the field, and competence in ethical, legal, and professional standards. Our goal is to enable you to achieve the eligibility criteria to become licensed in their state and certified as a National Certified Counselor by the National Board for Certified Counselors.
Request More Information »South University’s program uses a process-based curriculum that allows you to gain a firm grounding in economics, decision-making, behavioral sciences, and strategic environment – all imperative skills to being competitive in the chosen field. Some of the specific skills graduates of our program will have the opportunity to master include the evaluation of diverse business models, an ethical and global perspective in the decision-making process, the ability to apply effective and clear communication skills in influencing others, and the application of effective leadership and management techniques.
Request More Information »The role of healthcare administration cannot be underestimated. A well-run healthcare delivery system is imperative for the success of that organization. Students are prepared to enter this field of study as strong leaders who are good with people. This degree program is founded on the philosophy that healthcare leaders require strong business competencies and management skills to be successful. So that’s how we develop our programs. A strong foundation of business analyses and decision-making is complemented with a specialization in healthcare administration to ensure our graduates are qualified candidates for the job.
Request More Information »Healthcare systems need leaders who can ensure their organizations are running smoothly and that patients are receiving top-notch quality care. At South University, our Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program is built to provide you with the business know-how required to pursue such critical management roles inside healthcare facilities.
Request More Information »Our Anesthesiologist Assistant program strives to enhance the overall knowledge and practice of the anesthesia care team by providing you with proficiencies in physiology, pharmacology, patient monitoring, anesthesia equipment and the principles of safe anesthesia care. The program consists of 169 quarter hours of classroom, laboratory and clinical work, and takes place over the course of nine quarters or 28 months.
Request More Information »South University’s Public Administration degree program prepares you for success in a leadership role with organizational and managerial expertise within the local, state, and national government entities and non-profit organizations.
Request More Information »To meet the challenging role of a public health professional, you’ll need the skills to handle a broad range of health-related issues, like controlling infectious diseases, improving access to healthcare, and reducing environmental hazards.
The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at South University is designed to educate students and working professionals about areas of critical importance to local, national, and international public health challenges.
Request More Information »The role of Human Resources has evolved. As many people working in the field know, strategic Human Resources Management (HRM) is not just about hiring and firing, it’s about applying the principles of leadership to help companies grow and succeed.
Request More Information »In today's ever-changing digital world, organizations rely heavily on the information and technology they use. South University's master's degree program in information systems was designed to help prepare graduates for a career in, or advancement within, a wide range of positions in the field. The program covers both the knowledge and technical side of the business to help bring organizations into the current age of information. Besides learning how information systems currently support an organization's operations, students will also learn how to design, develop and analyze emerging information systems and solutions in a rapidly developing field.
Request More Information »Our Master of Science in Leadership program will help bring out the natural leadership qualities in you and provide you with the skill set needed to effectively lead people, teams, departments, and even organizations. With our guidance and relevant coursework, we help to develop your leadership style so that you can successfully manage people, communicate effectively, influence others, set an example, solve problems, and foster teamwork across diverse disciplines.
Request More Information »Building relationships with families is at the heart of this profession. Our Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner degree program is designed to prepare you with leading-edge healthcare and professional standards to treat patients and families throughout their lifespan. We put a strong emphasis on health promotion and the positive health behaviors for all developmental stages. This well-rounded education ensures you’re armed with the skill set you need to provide the best care possible to your patients.
Request More Information »Physician assistants perform medical functions that include, but are not limited to, evaluation, monitoring, diagnostics, therapeutics, counseling, and referral. The scope of the practice varies according to state laws, the medical setting, and the training of the PA. In many states, PA's can prescribe and/or dispense medicine. The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program at South University provides students with effective learning opportunities that will prepare them to perform their expected competencies in an ethical, legal, safe and effective manner upon graduation.
Request More Information »Our RN to Master of Science in Nursing degree with a Family Nurse Practitioner specialization is designed to take your nursing skills further, preparing you with current healthcare and professional standards to treat patients and families throughout their lifespan. We put a strong emphasis on health promotion and the positive health behaviors for all developmental stages. This well-rounded education ensures you’re armed with the skill set you need to provide the best care possible to your patients.
Request More Information »Doctoral Degrees
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree program at South University is designed to prepare students to teach business courses in higher education or to practice their profession in business or consulting. The program is organized around three core areas: field specialization, research methods/statistics, and quality teaching instruction.
Request More Information »A doctorate-level degree is the highest degree a nurse can earn. This degree can catapult your career to new heights while fulfilling your passion to continue the practice of nursing. Experienced nurse practitioners and other advanced practice nurses will incorporate progressive clinical practice, inquiry, and leadership skills into their existing skill set.
Request More Information »South University’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy is an innovative graduate curriculum that builds the profession’s capacity to empower the advanced clinical-scholar. The program emphasizes advanced leadership, advanced pedagogy, and advanced clinical knowledge that is consistent with the vision of South University where critical thinking, professionalism and community service which are tantamount to transformative learning.
Request More Information »The South University Pharmacy degree program is designed to provide progressive, quality postgraduate education for the pharmacy profession’s future practitioners. The role of pharmacists in the medical field is changing and evolving to meet the demands of the profession and society. The Pharmacy degree curriculum at South University is structured to produce graduates who can adapt to the profession’s changes while also maintaining high standards of pharmacy practice.
Request More Information »Graduate Courses & Certificates
The Post Graduate Certificate in Family Nurse Practitioner, at South University is a 42-credit hour program designed for individuals who hold a master’s degree in nursing that has prepared them for practice in another advanced role or in an advanced nursing specialty. The certificate program provides students the knowledge and decision making skills to provide direct advanced practice nursing health care services to individuals across the life span.
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