Careers in Health Care
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be 26% increase in health care jobs over the next few years -- and only an average of a 16% increase in all other industries combined. The message is clear. There's never been a better time to start a health care career.

Your Health Care Degree
Whether you want to become a nurse, physical therapist, dental hygienist, or any other kind of health care worker, your education degree will teach you real worls skills that will help you help others and excel in your new career. Review the list of featured schools below to find the level of degree that you need for the career you want.

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Earn your degree 100% online. DeVry University Online provides the flexibility you need to complete your degree whenever and wherever it's convenient for you.


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University of Phoenix

With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work-and much sooner than you might expect.

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  • AA in Health Care Administration
  • AA in Health Care Administration - Medical Records
  • AA in Health Care Administration - Pharmacy Practice
  • AA in Psychology

Walden University Online

Balance your personal and professional commitments while earning a respected Ph.D., master's degree, or bachelor's degree online at Walden University. Programs offered in management, education, psychology and health and human services.

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  • B.S. in Health Studies
  • B.S. in Nursing (BSN)
  • M.S. in Health Informatics
  • M.S. in Mental Health Counseling

AIU Online

American InterContinental University Online's flexible curriculum allows you to study when and where it's most convenient. Earn your degree at an accelerated pace from an accredited school that is respected by employers.

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  • Associate's (AABA) - Healthcare Administration
  • Associate's (AABA) - Medical Coding and Billing
  • Bachelor's of Business Administration in Healthcare Management

Kaplan University

Advance your career and get the distinct competitive advantage you need with an online degree from Kaplan University. And do it without missing a day of work.

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  • AAS in Health Information Technology
  • AAS in Medical Office Management
  • AAS in Medical Transcription
  • Advanced Start BS in Fire and Emergency Management

Colorado Technical University Online

Take your career to new heights with Colorado Tech Online! Since 1965, Colorado Technical University has helped thousands of students achieve success in business, management and technology careers. Learn more today.

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  • Associate's Degree in Medical Billing and Coding (ASMBC)
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Health Care Management
  • Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN completion)


Fast Facts



There are over 15 million health care professional in the US.

Four health care occupations are among the top 30 fastest growing occupations in the US:
  • Nursing with an expected 23.5% increase through 2016.
  • Personal and home care aides with an expected 50.6% increase through 2016.
  • Home health aides with an expected 48.7% increase through 2016.
  • Medical assistants with an expected 35.4% increase through 2016.
Hospital jobs are projected to have the second fastest growing salaries of any occupation.


Source — Bureau of Labor Statistics


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