Healthcare
If you're drawn to helping people feel their best, Healthcare might be the path for you.
This area of interest is all about keeping people healthy, whether you're helping someone recover from surgery, educating a community about wellness, or stepping in during emergencies. At NAU, Healthcare programs focus on critical roles in public health, patient care, therapy, and health education that keep our communities strong.
What is Healthcare?
Opening the door to a healthier future. Healthcare is where science meets service. You'll learn how the human body works, how to support health across diverse populations, and how to step into essential healthcare roles that make a real difference every day.
What you'll study
Each program offers a unique path into the healthcare field. Depending on your major, you might study:
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Clinical procedures and patient care techniques
- Emergency response and medical transport
- Respiratory systems and ventilator support
- Surgical prep and sterile techniques
- Physical rehabilitation and exercise science
- Dental cleaning and oral health education
Many of NAU’s Healthcare programs offer lab-based learning, hands-on clinicals, and real-world simulations that prepare you for certification and licensure.
Career possibilities
With a degree in this area, you’ll step directly into impactful, in-demand Healthcare careers. These programs can lead straight to certification and employment or serve as a stepping stone to graduate or professional study in health fields.
Healthcare degrees offered at NAU
Want to jump into a healthcare role that helps others live healthier, safer lives? NAU offers direct-entry programs designed to get you career-ready.
FAQs: Healthcare degrees
Do I need to go to medical or nursing school for a career in Healthcare?
No. Many Healthcare careers, like dental hygiene, surgical tech, or respiratory therapy, are high-paying, high-impact jobs that don’t require medical school.
What’s the difference between public health and medical assisting?
Public health focuses on improving community health through education and prevention. Medical assisting involves direct patient care and clinical support in medical offices.
What’s the job outlook for Healthcare careers?
These roles are in demand across Arizona and the U.S., especially as populations grow and healthcare needs increase.
Are these programs hands-on or more classroom-based?
Very hands-on! Many programs require clinical labs, internships, and simulations so you graduate ready to step into real patient care environments.
Can I transfer into a Healthcare program if I already started college elsewhere?
Yes! NAU offers transfer-friendly pathways for many Healthcare degrees, and you can work with an advisor to map out your route.
What's next on your trail to NAU?
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