

9 Science Court
Columbia, SC 29203

South University
A Century of Academic Excellence
Backed by more than a century of academic excellence and personalized attention, South University continues to be recognized as an innovator in higher education.
South University - Columbia is a private academic institution dedicated to providing quality education to its diverse and vibrant student population. The university's faculty brings a wealth of practical and professional knowledge to the classroom, while offering dynamic learning environments with interaction and challenging curricula. In addition to a strong academic foundation, students develop the real world skills they will need to advance their professional goals and succeed in their desired fields.
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Columbia Campus
Back to topSouth University - Columbia is located in Columbia, SC, the state capital and largest city in South Carolina. Columbia is home to the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, numerous cultural offerings and a rich history along the Congaree River. The South University - Columbia campus is situated in the Carolina Research Park, off Interstate 77 in northeast Columbia, one of the fastest growing sections of the city.
Associate of Science in Medical Assisting
Back to topThe 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.
Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management
Back to topThe 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
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Back to topThe 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.
Master of Business Administration in Health Care Administration
Back to topThe Master of Business Administration in Health Care Administration program at South University was created to provide working professionals with the range of business and management skills they need to succeed in today's health care industry.
Along with critical leadership and decision-making skills, the program is designed to give students a working knowledge of the ways in which public, private and social forces influence the politics of health care, shape the industry and impact providers. Students learn to apply collaboration and teamwork to make business decisions and determine the most effective strategies while building a foundation that will help them grow along with the dynamic health care industry.
Students enjoy convenient evening and weekend schedules, small class sizes, and hands-on learning based on real-world applications.
Accreditation
Back to topSouth University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of South University.
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