Spring 2025
Classes Start
Jan 13
Session B
Classes Start
Mar 2
Program Overview
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Health Communication at Rochester Christian University is designed to equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for advancing into undergraduate studies and pursuing dynamic careers in health and human services communications. Graduates will be prepared for roles in hospital care settings, marketing and advertising, public relations, education, health departments, and various other health-related organizations.
degree requirements
The program consists of a comprehensive 60-credit curriculum, including a 34-credit General Education Core, where the lab science requirement is fulfilled by HCM 1304 and the Diversity requirement is met by COM 3533 Intercultural Communication. The Major comprises 26 credits, structured over two years.
Total Credit Hours: 60
- General Education Core: 34 hours
- Major: 26 hours
- Electives 0 hours
- Pre-Health Society
Program Statistics
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Graduates hired within 6 months
Jobs filled by Rochester grads
Career Opportunities
Types of Jobs
- Patient Services Coordinator
- Healthcare Marketing/PR Specialist
- Health Educator
- Occupational Health Program Manager
- Hospital/Practice Administrator
$45,192
$56,478
$69,727
Avg. Salaries post graduation
(Courtesy of Salary.com for Health Education Specialist in Michigan)
Market Trends
Projected growth = average (from 5% – 8%)
Projected Job Openings (2022-2032) = 6,600
(Courtesy of O*Net Online for Health Education Specialist)
student experience
Internships
Clubs
- Pre-Health Society
Activities
Faculty
Associate Professor of Nursing
Muirhead 118
(248) 218-2409
jcollins2@rochesteru.edu
Muirhead 118
(248) 218-2409
jcollins2@rochesteru.edu
Assistant Professor and Program Chair
Healthcare Administration | School of Business
