fall 2024
Classes Start
Aug 24
Session B
Classes Start
Mar 2
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Program Overview
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Health Studies at Rochester Christian University is designed to prepare graduates for further studies in public health and healthcare administration/management. This program equips students with essential skills needed for advancing into undergraduate-level degree programs in these fields.
degree requirements
The 60-credit curriculum includes a 34-credit General Education Core, with the lab science requirement fulfilled by HCM 1304. The Major consists of 20 credits, complemented by 6 elective credits, spread over two years.
Total Credit Hours: 60
- General Education Core: 34 hours
- Major: 20 hours
- Electives 6 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
- Community Development Worker
- Health Service Manager
- Medical Sales Representative
$44,722
$57,053
$70,289
Avg. Salaries post graduation
(Courtesy of Salary.com for Community Health Specialist in Michigan)
Market Trends
Projected growth = 9%
Projected Job Openings (2022-2032) = 8,000
(Courtesy of O*Net Online for Community Health Worker)
student experience
Internships
Clubs
- Pre-Health Society
Activities
Faculty
![](https://rcu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/John_Collins.jpeg)
Associate Professor of Nursing
Muirhead 118
(248) 218-2409
jcollins2@rochesteru.edu
Muirhead 118
(248) 218-2409
jcollins2@rochesteru.edu
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Assistant Professor and Program Chair
Healthcare Administration | School of Business