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Healthcare Degree Programs

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Train for a Future in Healthcare

Are you looking for a career where you can make a real difference in the lives of others? Consider a career in the healthcare industry. Whether you’re working as an urgent care nurse or handling patient records as a coder at the local hospital, you’ll be a crucial part of the medical field as a healthcare professional, helping others get the care they need in and out of the doctor’s office. From a hospice LVN/LPN to managing a nursing home, an on-campus or online health degree from Bryant & Stratton College can help you get there.

At Bryant & Stratton College, our healthcare degree programs will help you explore career options in both clinical and nonclinical settings, depending on the career path you wish to pursue.

Bryant & Stratton College offers a number of online healthcare programs as well as across five states. Students have the ability to pursue a nonclinical career with a degree in Medical Reimbursement and Coding or Health Services Administration. Students looking for a degree in a clinical setting have the opportunity to study Medical Assisting or any one of our in-depth Nursing degrees. Take a look at our associate, bachelor, and diploma programs below, and let’s talk about how Bryant & Stratton College can help you achieve your goals.

Online Healthcare Learning Solutions

At Bryant & Stratton, we understand the challenges of designing effective online learning geared for hands-on healthcare fields such as nursing, where real-world immersion is key. However, we have created an online experience that balances flexibility alongside education that delivers real life skills in your learning – through labs, skills-based focuses, and experiential components.

Not all healthcare degree programs are offered each semester or at all Bryant & Stratton College locations.

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Find the Healthcare Program for You

Students who wish to start or advance a career in the field of healthcare can take advantage of the following on-campus programs or online healthcare programs with Bryant & Stratton College.

An Evolved Higher Education Experience

Bryant & Stratton College has been providing students with a strong, career-focused education for 170 years. With our career-focused degree programs and personalized support, you’ll graduate prepared to confidently pursue your career goals and make an immediate impact in your chosen field.

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Non-Profit and Accredited

Bryant & Stratton College is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) www.msche.org

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45+ Degree Options

B&SC offers a wide range of degree options for high-demand careers in clinical and non-clinical healthcare, business, early childhood education, human & legal services, design, hospitality, and technology.

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Flexible Class Options

We understand that everyone’s schedule and lifestyle are different. We offer on-campus, live remote, and 100% online class options — choose what works best for you.

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Personalized Support

Your success is our success. Our team of financial aid experts, faculty, academic advisors, and career services professionals are fully committed to helping you succeed every step of the way.

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Stackable Career Pathways

Many of our programs are “stackable”, allowing you to start with a certificate or diploma and then build on those credentials towards an associate or bachelor’s degree.

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Vibrant Community

At B&SC, you’ll find a vibrant and supportive community of students all striving for a more promising future. You’ll have a multitude of opportunities to engage with your fellow classmates and build lifelong friendships.

Healthcare Degree Details

At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer a variety of on-campus and online healthcare degrees that can help lead to rewarding career opportunities in the healthcare field. Whether you’re interested in becoming a medical assistant, medical coder, or an occupational therapy assistant, we have a program that’s right for you. Find the program for you below!

Health Administration / Management

Bryant & Stratton College offers six programs in healthcare administration and management that will prepare you for careers in the healthcare industry. The coursework for the programs covers mathematics, computing skills, and health information, public health, and health services.

BS Health Services Administration

This Bachelor of Science degree is a 4-year* program with coursework in Healthcare Information Systems Management and Healthcare Terminology so you can take on healthcare management roles.
BBA Medical Services Management

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Medical Services Management is a comprehensive program that will teach you everything from electronic health records to the legal aspects of healthcare management.

AAS Health Services Administration

The AAS Health Services Administration program is designed to prepare you for entry-level healthcare administrative positions like a Program or Patient Coordinator.

AAS Medical Administrative Assistant

Pursuing a degree in Medical Administrative Assisting will allow you to learn about anatomy, physiology, medical insurance, and office procedures to become an Admissions Coordinator or Medical Receptionist.

Health Services Administration Assistant Diploma

The 1-year* Health Services Administration Assistant Diploma is a great way to begin your career in healthcare administration either as a Patient Care Coordinator or a Medical Records and Health Information Technician.
Medical Office Assistant Diploma

A Medical Office Assistant Diploma can help you take your career to the next level. With courses designed to be completed in approximately 12 months, you’ll be ready to become a Medical Secretary or Office Assistant.

Medical Assisting

At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer both an associate degree and a diploma in medical assisting. With our hands-on training and experienced instructors, you’ll be prepared to take on any challenges that come your way. The Medical Assisting programs are an excellent way to start a career in this growing field.

AAS Medical Assisting

The AAS Medical Assisting program prepares you for a career in the medical field. The 62-credit hour curriculum includes medical terminology, pharmacology, computing skills, and a hands-on experience through an internship.

Medical Assisting Diploma

The 44-credit on-campus Medical Assisting Diploma can help open the door to an exciting and rewarding career in healthcare. With hands-on training and real-world experience, you'll be prepared to hit the ground running in this growing field.

Nursing

Our nursing programs are designed to give you a well-rounded education, covering everything from basic patient care to lifespan development to community health. We also offer a variety of clinical rotations, so you can get real-world experience before you graduate.

BS Nursing – RN to BSN and RN to BS

The online RN to BSN and RN to BS program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). This program is for registered nurses who are looking to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The program is offered online in all states except New York, providing flexibility for working nurses. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared to make the transition to professional nursing in a variety of settings.
BS Degree in Nursing (NY)

The Bryant & Stratton College Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing program at the Albany, Liverpool, and Southtowns Orchard Park campuses are registered with the State Education Department in New York. The curriculum of the program covers topics such as nursing care for children, adults, and family. After completing the 3-year*, 125 credit program, you will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam, which is required for licensure as a registered nurse.
BS Nursing Generalist (OH, WI)

This Bachelor of Science Nursing Generalist Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and offered at the Ohio (Parma) and Wisconsin campuses. The curriculum of the program covers topics such as nursing care for children, adults, and family. After completing the 3-year*, 125 credit program, you will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam, which is required for licensure as a registered nurse.

AAS / ADN Nursing NY

Our Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing program prepares you for a career in nursing and is registered with the New York State Education Department. The program includes 64 credits of coursework and upon graduation, you will be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become a registered nurse. The curriculum covers essential nursing skills, patient care, and clinical practice, providing a strong foundation for your nursing career.

AAS / ADN Nursing

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing program is a 20 month, 72-credit program that prepares students for a career in nursing. Upon graduation, you are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become a registered nurse.
Practical Nursing Certificate

The Practical Nursing Certificate program is offered at the Henrietta Campus in New York. After completing the 41-credit program that can be completed in approximately 16-20 months, you will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam, which is required for licensure as a practical nurse.
Practical Nursing Diploma

The Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and offered at the Ohio, Virginia (Richmond), and Wisconsin campuses. The Practical Nursing Diploma program is offered at the Hampton Campus in Virginia and is applying for accreditation. After completing the 41-credit program that can be completed in approximately 16-20 months, you will be eligible to take the NCLEX-PN exam, which is required for licensure as a practical nurse.

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Frequently Asked Questions

That depends on what you want out of a degree, including whether you want to work directly with patients or not. At Bryant & Stratton College, we offer administrative and management programs to prepare you for a front-office support role. We also offer nursing and therapy degrees for those who want a more patient-facing role.

Basically, a healthcare degree offers the training and credential professionals need to provide front-line medical care or front-office healthcare support. Different degrees prepare graduates for different healthcare roles, from nursing and occupational therapy to billing and coding and office management.

Bryant & Stratton College offers several types of associate degree programs to help you prepare for different healthcare roles. If you want more of an administrative role, our AAS in Health Services Administration can help you gain the skills needed to run a medical office. Likewise, our AAS/ADN in Nursing can help you prepare for a number of nursing career opportunities.

Typically, allied health professions are those that fall outside of a doctor or nurse role within the medical or healthcare industry. At Bryant & Stratton College, our Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting is designed to give you the healthcare-specific education you need to be a medical or nurse assistant. We also have programs to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapist Assistant. Our AAS in Medical Reimbursement and Coding offers the skills you need to be a medical coder.

An allied health degree offers the education needed to excel in this varied & broad healthcare-related field, including medical coding and billing, medical assisting, occupational therapy, phlebotomy, and more.

Bryant & Stratton College also offers healthcare-related degrees in administration which can lead to roles considered allied health support professionals, such as a patient coordinator or medical records technician.

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