Health Care Studies AS: Public Health Management Track

Public health experts use advanced medical knowledge and communication skills to serve the community. Prepare for a career creating health and wellness initiatives with our transfer-ready healthcare coursework.

Associate Degree

62-64 Credit Hours

In-Person

100% Online

Program Overview

Health education specialists often work in the public sector and use their communication skills to create positive change in their community. Our A.S. in Health Care Studies: Public Health Management prepares students for careers informing patients about healthy practices in non-clinical settings. Learn about the business side of healthcare and discover how clear, thoughtful communication can deliver better health outcomes.

Take business and healthcare science classes, such as Fundamentals of Health Care and Principles of Financial Accounting. You can also select electives that help you personalize your education and explore your interests in the field.

Career Outlook

Promote community wellness and develop programs to teach people about general well-being. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects demand for public health professionals to grow 17% by 2030. Health education specialists find careers in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nonprofit organizations, and local government. The median annual wage for health education specialists in 2021 was $60,600.

With a bachelor's degree in public health, you will find job opportunities in a variety of settings, including hospitals, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Some careers include:
- Community Health Educator
- Health Education Specialist
- Medical Administrator
- Public Health Advisor
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: Public Health Management Track program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:
- Alfred State College
- Keuka College
- SUNY Canton
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:

Launch Experience

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Study in our newly renovated and expanded Sands Family Center for Allied Health. Our hands-on healthcare facilities feature:

Simulation labs that feel like real hospital rooms.
Debriefing rooms to review student demonstrations.
HoloLens virtual reality to study human anatomy.
Science Incubator for group work and tutoring.

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What Our Students Say

FLCC Healthcare Studies graduate, Emily Bator.

If healthcare is what you want to do, this program can help you decide what career you want to pursue — whether you want to be a nurse, anesthesiologist, doctor, or surgeon. It gives you information on everything in healthcare, which is really helpful because there are so many career paths.

Emily Bator '21

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

Earn a quality education at an affordable rate. With our low cost per credit and general scholarship opportunities, you can maximize your potential with minimal debt. Our financial aid counselors will guide you through the process and help you understand college costs.

$5,376

per year for in-state tuition ($224 per credit hour).
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76%

of students are eligible for financial aid or scholarships.
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$18M

in financial aid was disbursed to our students last year.
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Health Care Studies (Public Health Management Track)

Program Overview

Career Outlook

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

Where Our Students Transfer

Innovative, Real-World Healthcare Training

Join an Active Health Care Studies Learning Community

Sample Courses

State-of-the-Art Facilities

What Our Students Say

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

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