Healthcare Job Growth Spurring Surge in Online Healthcare Degrees Enrollment

Health Care Job Opportunities Growing

Millions of Americans are out of work during the worst economic slump this country has faced in decades, and the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics state there are approximately seven unemployed workers competing for each available job right now. The Economic Policy Institute estimates that as many as one third of all Americans may become unemployed or working less than full time. The bad news is that things are going to get worse before they get better, and job seekers are going to be competing against more people for each available job. Since the recession began in December 2007, millions of jobs have been lost, but the need for trained Allied Health Care professionals continues to grow.

Despite gloomy headlines announcing more layoffs and corporate bankruptcies, jobs in healthcare and social services are expected to have the fastest rate of growth, almost twice as fast as the average for all occupations, over the next 10 years, adding a projected 5.0 million new jobs with the highest growth for the following specialties: Registered Nurses 23%– (the projected shortage of nurses is estimated to reach 1 million by 2020), Physician Assistants – 27%, Health Information Technicians - 49%, Cardiovascular Technology - 34.9%, Respiratory Therapy Technicians - 34.6%, Radiation Therapists - 22.8%, and Radiologic Technicians and Technologists - 23.1%according to recent BLS occupational projections.

Health care support occupations are projected to add 997,000 jobs, growing 26.8 %, the fastest rate among all service sector occupations. Demand is projected to continue to expand rapidly for Medical Assistants, Dental Assistants, Psychiatric professionals and assistants, Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aide, and in the hundreds of additional Allied Health professions

"Technological advances in the medical field will lead to increased demand for more medical procedures and the workers who perform them. Medical advances also mean greater accident and illness survival rates and longer lives—sometimes with more health issues—so growth in health care service occupations are expected to remain strong.

Earn While You Earn Your Allied Health Care Degree

No matter where you live or what your work schedule, you can quickly improve your skills and reach greater success by earning an accredited degree in one of the hundreds of Allied Health Care professions through your choice of accredited colleges and universities offering completely online degree programs in many Allied Health Care specialties.

Online degree programs allow working adults the opportunity to earn a degree at the times and places that work best for them - from the office, at home, or while traveling on business. With an online Allied Health Care degree program there are no schedule conflicts, travel time, or waiting lists to slow you down. Most online degrees even cost less than traditional campus based programs too – especially when you factor in saving on commuting and child care costs.

Advantages Of Earning An Online Health Care Degree Include:

• Flexible Schedule - Learn at your pace and place
• No waiting to begin classes
• Convenience of studying and doing course work when you want to, 24/7
• Increased ability to interact with faculty and fellow students
• Avoid age related concerns adult learners in traditional programs cope with
• Online courses allow you to be more independent
• Wider choice of programs than may be available locally
• Wider choice of schools available than are available locally
• Wider school selection helps students match cost per credit hour to budget
• Ability to keep working and earning while you learn
• No traffic, commuting, parking, or child care concerns
• May be able to graduate sooner
• May cost less than traditional campus-based schools
• More accommodating for students with handicaps
• Virtual classmates often develop into network of real life friendships
• Proves to employers that you are self motivated, able to work independently, and computer savvy.

Financial Aid Programs Open Doors To Success

Accredited online schools are eligible for the same Federal and State tuition assistance programs, scholarships and grants as traditional campus-based schools are, and online schools typically have financial aid specialists who will personally guide prospective online students through the process of funding their education.

Nearly all health care employers and a great many corporate employers as well offer generous employee tuition assistance plans that make earning a degree online while working all the more affordable.

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Keiser University

Campus

Keiser University eCampus Online offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni.

Programs:

• Nursing, MS
• Medical Assisting, AS
• Health Services Administration, AA (Online)

Campus Locations:

Fort Lauderdale

Grand Canyon University

Campus

Don't Miss a Day of Your Future! Grand Canyon University is offering Bachelor and Master degrees through our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship. Classes start soon!

Programs:

• M.S. in Nursing: Public Health
• M.S. in Nursing: Public Health (Bridge)
• M.S. in Nursing: Health Care Informatics

Campus Locations:

Phoenix

Kaplan University

Campus

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.

Programs:

• MS in Nursing
• RN to MS in Nursing
• BS in Health Science

Campus Locations:

Fort Lauderdale

The College Network

Online

Start your nursing career with The College Network. Earn your NLNAC/CCNE Accredited nursing degree online from one of our partner universities: Regis University, Indiana State University, Angelo State University and more at 1/2 the cost and time of traditional universities with no campus attendance, no wait list and local clinicals.

Programs:

• LPN/LVN to RN - BS in Nursing - Indiana St. - (Licensed LPN/LVNs only)
• Paramedic to RN
• LPN/LVN to RN - AS in Nursing (Licensed LPN/LVNs only)

University of Phoenix

Campus

As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has more than 200 locations, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal—and sooner than you might think.

Programs:

• M.S. in Nursing
• Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing
• BS in Nursing (RN Required)

Campus Locations:

Online
Fresno
Ontario
Aurora
Houston
Lathrop
Nashville
Miami
Westminster
Littleton
Clinton Township
Independence
Rancho Cordova
Sacramento
Flint
Palm Beach Gardens
Jacksonville
Daytona Beach
Killeen
Fairfax
Lone Tree
Phoenix
San Diego
Livermore
Woodland Hills
Plantation
Dallas
Gardena
Irving
Sugar Land
Lancaster
Mesa
Salida
Diamond Bar
East Lansing
Elk Grove
Tucson
Troy
Westlake
Reston
Pasadena
Roseville
Bakersfield
Livonia
Hurst
Oakland
Orlando
Beachwood
Maitland
Baton Rouge
Saint Louis
Manassas
Hollywood
Las Vegas
Grand Rapids
Sarasota
Fairfield
Tampa
Arlington
St. Louis
San Francisco
Southfield
Spring
Los Angeles
St Louis Park
Murrieta
Clearwater
Saint Paul
San Jose
Chandler
Costa Mesa
Henderson
Ann Arbor
San Antonio
Fort Lauderdale
Temple Terrace
Santa Fe
Albuquerque
Portage
Snellville
Kansas City
Renton
Austin
Cordova
Columbia
Duluth
Saint George
Sandy Springs
Madison
Nogales
Culver City
Murfreesboro
Mililani
Birmingham
Columbus
Bellevue
Fort Collins
Metairie
Harrisburg
Augusta
McDonough
Beale AFB
Macon
Atlanta
Colorado Springs
Louisville
El Paso
Indianapolis
Yuma
Washington
Kapolei
Savannah
Clarksville
Appleton
Rogers
Pittsburgh
Plainfield
Oklahoma City
Marietta
Milwaukee
Springfield
Meridian
Brookfield
Bossier City
West Chester
Palm Desert

Independence University

Campus

You can advance your career 24/7 with online education at Independence University, your proven partner with over 30 years of experience in delivering quality distance education right to our students. Our programs are designed to allow you to continue working and earning as you pursue your online degree.

From associate's and bachelor's to master's degrees in health education and business, with Independence University you can achieve greater success through distance learning programs that suit your busy schedule, with experienced, student-oriented staff to assist you throughout your distance education.

Programs:

• BS - Nursing
• MS - Healthcare Administration
• AS - Occupational Studies in Medical Specialties

Campus Locations:

Salt Lake City

South University Online

Campus

South University enjoys a long-standing tradition of excellence in education and personalized student attention. Enjoy the convenience of earning your bachelor's degree entirely online.

Programs:

• Health Sciences (BS)
• Healthcare Management (BS)
• Nursing (BSN)

Campus Locations:

Savannah

Westwood College

Campus

Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College's programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals.

Programs:

• Bachelor Degree - Business Administration: Major in Healthcare Management I
• Diploma - Medical Assisting
• Associate Degree - Medical Assisting

Campus Locations:

Annandale
Los Angeles
Woodridge
Atlanta
Calumet City
Arlington
Chicago
Denver
Torrance
Upland
Anaheim

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.

Programs:

• M.S. in Nursing (MSN) - BSN Track
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) - General
• Post-Masters Certificates in Nursing - Nursing Education

Keiser University Graduate School

Campus

Keiser University offers accredited degree programs in today's high-demand careers: Healthcare, Technology, Paralegal, Business, Nursing and Legal Studies.

Programs:

• Nursing, MS (Online)
• Health Services Management, Graduate Business Certificate

Campus Locations:

Fort Lauderdale

Institute of Business & Medical Careers

Campus

Get your career started at Institute of Business & Medical Careers. We offer certificate and degree programs in business, health care, legal, and massage. Finish your education in 19 months or less!

Programs:

• Medical Assistant
• Medical Billing & Coding Specialist

Campus Locations:

Greeley
Cheyenne
Longmont
Fort Collins

Fortis Institute

Campus

Looking to prepare for your dream career? Fortis Institute can give you the skills and training you need to succeed in the fast-growing and high-demand healthcare field. * Programs vary by location * Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information * Fortis Institute - Indianapolis advertising code is AC-0163.

Programs:

• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Allied Health Management
• Practical Nursing

Campus Locations:

Westerville
Tampa
Salt Lake City
Mobile
Indianapolis
Cuyahoga Falls
Towson
Miami
Erie
Cincinnati
Richmond
Dothan
Phoenix
Hyattsville
Houston
Smyrna
Columbia
Birmingham
Nashville
Baton Rouge
Ravenna
Dayton
Grand Prairie
Pensacola
Largo
Windsor Mill
Cookeville
Foley
Orange Park
Montgomery
Mulberry
Kingston
Winter Park
Houston
Wayne
Lawrence Township
Scranton

Health Training Center

Campus

Advance your career with Health Training Center. We offer accelerated certificate programs for careers in the medical field, including medical assisting, medical billing and coding, pharmacy technician, EKG technician, phlebotomy, and more.

Programs:

• Medical Assistant
• New! CNA Upgrade to Patient Care Technician (PCT)
• Medical Billing & Coding

Campus Locations:

Worcester
North Attleboro
Framingham
Chelmsford
Cambridge
Lynn
Stoughton

Kaplan College - KHE

Campus

Don't wait another day to take the next step forward in your career. Kaplan College can give you the real-world knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your chosen field.

Programs:

• Associate of Science: Nursing
• Diploma: Practical Nursing
• Diploma: Dental Assistant

Campus Locations:

Las Vegas
Beaumont
Stockton
Fort Worth
Bakersfield
Dayton
Arlington
Indianapolis
Laredo
Corpus Christi
Lubbock
Mcallen
Columbus
San Antonio
Clovis
Midland
Phoenix
El Paso
Charlotte

Heald College

Campus

Heald College offers 18-month associate degree programs that will prepare you for a career in Business, Technology, or Healthcare. Small class sizes, hands-on instruction.

Programs:

• Dental Assisting
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Office Administration

Campus Locations:

Rancho Cordova
Roseville
Fresno
Salida
Milpitas
Portland
Concord
Honolulu
San Francisco
Salinas
Hayward
Stockton