Associate's in Medical Assisting

The medical assisting program at South University is the first step toward a career of delivering health care treatment as a core member of the medical team. The program is devoted to providing the complete education and experience necessary to work efficiently and effectively in an entry-level position in the medical environment.

The curriculum places emphasis on the students' mastery of clinical and administrative skills, and the program is reinforced by a 200-hour, unpaid clinical externship in a medical office where students practice the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom.

Graduates of this program are prepared to help a physician examine and treat patients, perform laboratory tests, and function as a crucial member of the team that shares the administrative responsibilities of operating a medical care facility.

The medical assisting program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) on recommendation by the Committee on Accreditation for Medical Assistant Education.

Associate's in Physical Therapist Assisting

The Associate of Science (AS) in Physical Therapist Assisting (PTA) degree program prepares physical therapist assistants who reflect the highest standards of professional practice and conduct.

The professional preparation phase of the Physical Therapist Assisting program consists of four academic quarters of lecture and laboratory courses. An additional two quarters are spent in full-time clinical experiences.

Bachelor's in Health Science

The overall objective of the program is to provide a firm foundation for entry-level employment in a range of positions in the health care industry at facilities such as:

• Health practitioners' offices
• Hospitals
• Home health care services
• Outpatient care services
• Nursing care facilities
• Health insurance companies
• State and government health care programs

It also prepares students for graduate study, and equips graduates with skill appropriate for lifelong learning.

The core curriculum in the first 2 years is designed to provide students with a foundation in the humanities, math and science. During the second 2 years, the curriculum provides for a broad focus on:

• Business basics
• The health care delivery system
• Public health
• The medical office

After successful completion of the health science program, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree. Alternatively, completion of the first 2 years provides students with the required pre-requisite courses to apply for the South University Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. However, admission to the nursing program is competitive and requires a separate application.

Bachelor's in Healthcare Management

The new Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management degree program is designed to accommodate the needs and interests of students from a variety of backgrounds. Courses provide a solid foundation for a variety of health care careers in:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Management
• Ethics
• Leadership

The program also incorporates an externship that offers students real-world experience within health care facilities that may include:

• Hospitals
• Nursing homes
• Ambulatory care facilities
• Physician practices
• Pharmaceutical and medical equipment companies

MBA in Healthcare Administration

South University's online MBA program is designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance their management and leadership skills while maintaining a balance between academic studies and work and family obligations. You will learn the same business strategies taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online any time--day or night. At South University, you are in control of your education.

South University lets you tailor your MBA program by selecting one of these concentrations:

• Accounting
• Entrepreneurship & Small Business
• Finance
• Healthcare Administration
• Hospitality Management
• Human Resource Management
• International Business
• Management of Information Systems
• Marketing
• Sustainability

Our MBA program offers a unique integrated approach to advanced business studies. Unlike many traditional MBA programs that view organizations as a collection of marketing, operations and finance silos, South University integrates these functional areas in the same holistic approach taken by today's most successful organizations.

This program consists of accelerated 5 ½ week courses. Qualified applicants can earn an MBA in less than one year.

Academic Requirements for MBA programs

The MBA online programs are designed for prospective students who have:

• Proof of high school graduation or GED
• Completed an undergraduate degree with a GPA of 2.7 or better on a 4.0 scale, OR
• Completed an undergraduate degree with a minimum combined GMAT score within the 50th percentile.