Health Care Studies (Health Science Track)

Career Outlook

Learn to operate medical technology and become an essential part of the healthcare industry. Technologists and technicians typically work in hospitals and diagnostic laboratories performing medical tests to examine patient health. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the demand for medical technologists to grow by 10% by 2030. The median annual wage for technical healthcare occupations in 2021 was $61,370.

With a bachelor's degree in health science, you will find job opportunities in a variety of settings, including hospitals, medical labs, and research facilities. Some careers include:

• Cardiovascular Perfusionist
• Laboratory Technician
• Medical Technology and Biotechnology
• Radiologic and MRI Technologists
• Radiation Therapy Specialist
• Respiratory Therapist

Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Health Care Studies: Health Science Track program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• Rochester Institute of Technology
• St. John Fisher University
• SUNY Brockport
• SUNY Upstate Medical University
• University of Buffalo
• University of Rochester

Innovative, Real-World Healthcare Training

Practice your healthcare skills in our recently renovated and expanded Sands Family Center for Allied Health. The space includes a real-life hospital setting, science labs, and a holography lab, which allows students to view three-dimensional images of organs to better understand human anatomy and physiology. You'll receive clinical training and guidance from our experienced instructors from day one and benefit from opportunities to practice scenarios.

Join an Active Health Care Studies Learning Community

FLCC has a student-led Health Care Studies club that invites anyone interested in healthcare to join. Many club members already work in the healthcare field and are eager to share their opinions, values, and experiences about the industry. The club meets about once a month to build community and assist one another in their studies.

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• HCS 153 - Fundamentals of Health Care
• HCS 154 - Medical Terminology
• HCS 270 - Ethical Considerations in Health Care
• HPE 111 - First Aid & Basic Life Support
• HPE 212 - Health