College of Health Professions in Columbia, South Carolina

The College of Health Professions educates students at the bachelor's and associate's degree levels in preparation to enter the rapidly growing field of healthcare. These programs provide the administrative, technical, clinical, and ethical training required to become a healthcare professional. Graduates of South University's healthcare programs are prepared to seek employment in hospitals, private physician practices, community clinics and agencies, research organizations, pharmaceutical firms, and academic institutions.

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Associate Degree Program

Medical Assisting Program

The Medical Assisting Associate of Science degree program at South University is the first step toward a career of delivering healthcare treatment as a core member of the medical team. The curriculum places emphasis on the mastery of your clinical and administrative skills, which is reinforced by a 200-hour, unpaid clinical externship in a medical office where you practice the skills and knowledge you learn in the classroom.

Our two-year associate’s degree program in Medical Assisting includes study in:
• clinical and laboratory procedures
• anatomy and physiology
• medical terminology
• medical office administration

Bachelor Degree Program

Health Science Degree

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science degree program is designed to provide a firm foundation for entry-level employment in a range of positions in the healthcare industry. It also can prepare you for graduate study and skills appropriate for lifelong learning.

After successful completion of the program, you would receive a BS in Health Science degree. Alternatively, completion of the first two years provides you with the required prerequisite courses to apply for South University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. However, admission to the nursing program is competitive and requires a separate application.