Health Sciences - Allied Health Northern Arizona University

Overview

The Health Sciences - Allied Health at Northern Arizona University is a comprehensive degree completion programme designed for students who hold an associate degree in an allied health discipline. This online course provides a robust academic framework that allows healthcare professionals to advance their careers through specialised upper-division study.

The curriculum is structured to enhance your understanding of health promotion, disease prevention, and the complex interconnectedness of community and societal health. Students must maintain a current state or national license in their specific field to graduate from this professional track.

Each student works closely with academic advisors to ensure their previous credits are maximised toward the 120-unit graduation requirement.

Why Health Sciences - Allied Health at Northern Arizona University?

Northern Arizona University offers a distinctive "3+1" curriculum model that provides maximum flexibility for working health professionals. The programme is delivered entirely online, allowing students to balance their academic pursuits with clinical obligations and personal commitments.

The College of Health and Human Services is known for its expert faculty who bring real-world experience into the virtual classroom. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates inter-professional teamwork and leadership skills, essential for modern patient-centered care environments.

The university supports a wide range of emphasis areas, ensuring that the degree remains relevant to various clinical backgrounds. These include diagnostic medical imaging, paramedic care, respiratory care, and surgical technology, among other vital allied health sectors.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 29568 per year
• National fee: USD 29568 per year
• Local fee: USD 11352 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core health sciences coursework and a final capstone project. Modules may include:

• Health Sciences Common Courses
• Health Sciences Core
• Fitness Wellness
• Junior-level Writing
• Senior Capstone
• Human Diseases
• Epidemiology
• Stress Management
• Health Service Delivery

Careers with Health Sciences - Allied Health

Graduates of this programme are well-positioned for career advancement within their existing clinical fields or for transition into administrative and supervisory roles. The degree provides the foundational knowledge required for leadership in diverse healthcare settings.

Common career paths include roles in health department administration, clinical department management, and community health coordination. Many students also use this B.Sc. as a stepping stone toward graduate-level studies in public health, healthcare administration, or advanced clinical practice.

By focusing on health promotion and disease prevention, graduates contribute to improved patient outcomes across various industries. Employment opportunities are typically found in hospitals, private clinics, government health agencies, and non-profit healthcare organisations.