Medical Assistant - Associate of Applied Science

Medical Assisting is an allied health profession whose practitioners function as members of the health care delivery team and perform administrative and clinical procedures. The Medical Assisting program is established upon the Standards and Guidelines for an Accredited Educational Program for the Medical Assistant as identified by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) which emphasizes a competency-based education in administrative, clinical, and transdisciplinary skills. Student competencies are validated through performance on written and practical exams, skills performance assessments, and a clinical internship. Graduates of the program will be prepared to assist physicians in examining and treating patients, performing laboratory testing, and managing the administrative and clinical responsibilities associated with efficient physician office operations.

Physical Therapy Assistant - Associate of Applied Science

The Physical Therapist Assistant program provides a comprehensive curriculum which includes verifying the competence and professionalism of its students. To promote an optimal educational experience for all students, diversity in teaching methodology is also practiced. As role models, those involved with the program strive to exhibit the professional attributes expected of the physical therapy professional. The mission of the program is to develop knowledgeable, motivated and competent professionals who have the skills necessary to meet the career demands of an entry-level physical therapist.

Radiologic Sciences - Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor's degree in Radiological Sciences is designed for those individuals seeking a broad foundation within the advanced Imaging Sciences and serves as a sophisticated general undergraduate education in the profession. With the exponential growth in today's healthcare technology, educational expertise in technological advances is essential for professional advancement and competitiveness. This undergraduate degree has emphasizes leadership, managerial skills, advanced patient care, PACS (digital formatting and storage of medical images), healthcare law, sectional anatomy, forensic science, health science research, and computed tomography.

The courses in management in the Radiological Sciences curriculum are designed to prepare students for managerial positions in radiological operations, should they wish to pursue advancement of their careers by assuming positions of leadership and increased responsibility within the field.

Radiologic Technology - Associate of Applied Science

The mission of the Associate of Science in Radiography program is to provide undergraduate students with academic and clinical foundations to competently perform as radiographers that provide quality patient care, actively participate in the profession, possess the ability to specialize in advanced degree programs and/or imaging specialties, and pursue life-long learning.

The Associate of Science degree program in Radiography at South College prepares students to become members of the health care team in a variety of settings. Radiologic technologists must be sensitive to patients' physical and psychological needs, pay attention to detail, follow instructions, work as part of a team, and demonstrate mechanical ability and manual dexterity. Radiologic technologists operate sophisticated equipment to help physicians and surgeons, dentists, and other health practitioners diagnose and treat patients.

Surgical Technology - Certificate

A certificate program is also available in surgical technology.