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PROGRAMS AVAILABLE

• Certificate in Computed Tomography (CT)

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
  • In the Certificate in Computed Tomography program at South College, current radiography and nuclear medicine professionals and graduates will learn the skills necessary to be successful as entry-level computed tomography (CT) technologists.

• Certificate in Dental Assisting

  • South College Nashville
  • Upon completion of the Dental Assisting program, students will be eligible to take the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Examination. In addition, students can specialize and gain certification in various dental care techniques that interest them, including radiography, coronal polishing, nitrous oxide monitoring, and sealant application. After completion of the program, students will be ready to increase the efficiency of the dentist in the delivery of oral health care and become a valuable member of the dental care team.

• Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
  • The Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging at South College is designed to create advancement opportunities for current radiologic technologists, nuclear medicine technologists, ultrasound technologists, and radiation therapists. In this 6-month program, you will learn to competently apply basic protocols of MRI, recognize when and how to appropriately alter standard protocol, recognize equipment and patient considerations that affect image quality, and maintain a safe MRI environment.

• Certificate in Medical Assisting

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
  • Our unique 1 + 1 program allows students who complete the 9-month certificate program to continue for an additional 3-4 quarters to complete the general education requirements and earn an Associate degree in Medical Assisting.

• Certificate in Nuclear Medicine

  • South College Knoxville
  • South College’s Certificate in Nuclear Medicine program is designed for those who have completed a radiography, nursing, medical technology, radiation therapy, or related medical program. It will prepare you to become an entry-level Nuclear Medicine Technologist by teaching you to administer radioactive materials and use cutting-edge imaging technology to create diagnostic images. Students who successfully complete the Certificate program are eligible to apply for admission to write the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) certification examination.

• Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene

  • South College Nashville
  • The Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene program provides the biological basis of the health of the teeth and oral cavity, decay prevention, and dental health maintenance. Upon the completion of the Dental Hygiene program, students will become a valuable member of the dental healthcare team who provides patient education, clinical, and therapeutic services that support and facilitate the maintenance of oral health.

• Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Orlando, South College Pittsburgh
  • Through the Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at South College, you can begin your career as an entry-level diagnostic medical sonographer in just over two years. This is one of the fastest-growing fields in the healthcare industry, offering a challenging, fulfilling work environment.

• Associate of Science in Health Science

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Online, South College Orlando
  • Students who earn their Associate of Science in Health Science degrees leave the program with a broad educational foundation in anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, nutrition, pathophysiology, and physics—everything you need to begin your career in any of a wide range of healthcare fields.

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  • Pre-Nursing

    • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Online, South College Orlando, South College Pittsburgh
    • The Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Nursing) program at South College is designed to be the foundation for advanced programs like the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and BSN to MSN track, and ultimately for your nursing career. Students who do not go on to pursue a bachelor’s degree will be qualified for a variety of entry-level positions in the biological, life, or health sciences.

  • Pre-Pharmacy

    • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Online, South College Orlando
    • The Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy) program at South College is designed to provide the foundational courses for students who intend to apply to our Doctor of Pharmacy program. It is also excellent preparation for careers in the biological, life, or health sciences, as well as advanced degrees related to the health sciences.

• Associate of Science in Medical Assisting

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Pittsburgh
  • An Associate of Science in Medical Assisting will prepare you to work in a medical office, assisting practitioners with examining and treating patients, performing laboratory testing, and providing administrative support.

• Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant

  • South College Asheville, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
  • Through immersive classroom and clinical instruction, you’ll develop the skills necessary to work in tandem with an occupational therapist, helping patients to overcome difficulties and live a healthier, fuller life. Upon completion of your degree, you will have gained valuable experience that is necessary to provide meaningful therapeutic strategies for children, adults, and seniors living with a wide variety of conditions.

• Associate of Science in Radiography

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Orlando, South College Pittsburgh
  • In the Associate of Science in Radiography program, students will learn to operate current radiographic equipment and help diagnose patients in a variety of clinical settings. You’ll build the foundations of a successful career with expert guidance on providing quality patient care, following ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure and capture the best images possible while being sensitive to the patient’s physical and psychological needs.

• Associate of Science in Surgical Technology

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Orlando, South College Pittsburgh
  • Gain the skills needed to build a career as a surgical technologist with our Associate of Science (AS) in Surgical Technology program. Make a difference in your patients’ recovery everyday by keeping the surgery area sterile, helping prep for surgery, assisting in lab testing, and more. In addition to the skills that you will work toward acquiring throughout your surgical technology program, you’ll gain industry knowledge from our experienced faculty members who will help guide you towards the expertise required for pursuit of your future surgical technician career.

• Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene

  • South College Nashville
  • The Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene program can help individuals build on skills acquired in a Dental Hygiene associate program. The program will prepare students for emerging roles within the dental hygiene profession and provide them with more flexibility to pursue careers outside of private practice, including roles in research, teaching, and public health.

• Bachelor of Science in Health Science

  • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Online, South College Orlando
  • The Bachelor of Science in Health Science program at South College provides a foundational education for students wishing to pursue professions or graduate education in the pure or applied health sciences, including medicine, nursing, and pharmacy studies.

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  • Pre-Physical Therapy

    • South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Online, South College Orlando
    • If you’re interested in a career helping patients through physical therapy, South College’s Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy) program provides the foundational training you need to begin your career.

  • Pre-Physician Assistant

    • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Knoxville Parkside, South College Nashville, South College Online, South College Orlando
    • Physician assistants are healthcare professionals who are licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. They help to improve access to medical care by expanding a physician’s practice base, which is especially important in medically underserved areas. Many PAs are employed in primary care specialties, including family practice, pediatrics, and general medicine.

  • Computed Tomography (CT)

    • South College Atlanta, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
    • The Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a Concentration in Computed Tomography program is designed to help students gain advanced skills, knowledge, and training through in-depth instruction in the post-primary application of CT. This program is open to qualified individuals who have already graduated from a JRCERT or regionally accredited radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine program, and want to further their education and earning potential with a bachelor’s degree in computed tomography.

  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography

    • South College Asheville, South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
    • Through the Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a Concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, you will have everything you need to begin your career as a diagnostic medical sonographer and advance to a leadership role. This program is designed to prepare students to qualify for advanced positions in a healthcare team, such as managing imaging departments with millions of dollars of equipment and numerous employees.

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging

    • South College Atlanta, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
    • The Bachelor of Science in Health Science with a Concentration in Magnetic Resonance Imaging program is designed for qualified individuals who have graduated from a JRCERT-accredited or regionally accredited radiography program and want additional training in MRI.

  • Nuclear Medicine

    • South College Knoxville
    • Nuclear medicine is a fascinating and complex field. Treating patients with radioactive materials to discover, assess, and diagnose illness requires a great deal professional training, but the result is a stable and profitable career that allows you to help patients on a daily basis.

  • Radiography

    • South College Atlanta, South College Indianapolis, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville
    • The B.S. in Health Science with a Concentration in Radiography will prepare you for advanced positions and leadership roles in the growing field of radiographic imaging. The ASRT recognizes bachelor’s degrees as the professional level of radiologic science education. As in our associate degree program, you’ll become adept at the clinical aspects of radiography, but this program delves further into managerial qualifications like leadership skills, excellent oral and written communication, research standards, and statistical procedures.

• Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post PTA)

  • South College Asheville, South College Knoxville, South College Nashville, South College Online
  • The Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post PTA) program is designed for students who have completed an associate-level physical therapy assistant degree and want to apply the major curriculum credits earned in that program toward a bachelor's degree. South College is one of few programs in the country to offer this option, which can save you a great deal of time and money as you pursue your career in physical therapy.

• Bachelor of Science in Radiological Science

  • South College Asheville
  • South College’s Bachelor of Science in Radiological Science degree program is designed to help you begin your career in the radiological sciences in just under 3 years. Through rigorous instruction in human anatomy, patient care, equipment operation, and safety procedures, students in this program will learn to perform various types of diagnostic imaging exams and radiological treatments.

• Master of Public Health (MPH)

  • South College Online
  • With the South College Master of Public Health program, you can expand your public health services knowledge and work to prepare for opportunities in this industry. You can pursue your degree in public health online.