Healthcare Studies and Spanish
BS
Undergraduate
22927 Learn more about the BS in Healthcare Studies and Spanish.
22927 Learn more about the BS in Healthcare Studies and Spanish.
Students are well-prepared for graduate school as well as planning, directing, and coordinating the business activities of healthcare providers.
Graduates who wish to pursue clinical degrees will have practiced critical inquiry into the many different stakeholders of healthcare including government, hospitals, public health, finance, long-term care services, law, and ethics.
Graduates are well-prepared for advanced study in the exciting fields of epidemiology or biostatistics. Learn about public health’s role in the healthcare system and the impact of research strategies and policy development on educating, and empowering communities over issues such as chronic disease and virus outbreaks.
Graduates are well prepared to support and provide leadership to individuals of diverse needs such as older adults, people living with addiction, or people combating food insecurities as they navigate through the healthcare system.
“Being in this major, I feel like I have really grown as a person and student. The bachelor in healthcare studies is a fantastic major that prepares you for many types of jobs in the healthcare world, from administration jobs to clinical jobs. You are also surrounded by well-rounded faculty that really care about your progress as a student.”
“I feel like this is where I belong... I love that healthcare studies is very diverse, with so many careers to choose from. The advisors are also really dedicated to each student’s journey.”
“Majoring in healthcare studies has taught me major skills that are needed in the healthcare field. I have gained knowledge on healthcare policy issues, professional writing techniques, advances in healthcare technology and much more. This major has prepared me for my future career in the healthcare field and I am excited to bring forth my education from Salem State.”
“I have always been interested in pursuing a career in a healthcare-related field. So after receiving my associate in business administration degree at North Shore Community College, I got accepted into this new program at Salem State. This degree will enhance my skills in helping and caring about people.”
Healthcare Studies Chairperson Amy Everitt.