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Master of Science in Allied Health M.S.A.HMaster of Science in Allied Health

Designed for working professionals, the M.S.A.H unites leadership, research, wellness, and policy — preparing you to teach, lead, or advance patient care. Graduate ready to drive outcomes across hospitals, clinics, and community health.

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Take your allied health career to the next level with NSU’s Master of Science in Allied Health. Designed with working professionals in mind, this flexible program builds your leadership, research, and critical thinking skills—preparing you to make a bigger impact in your field and community.

Why Choose Allied Health at NSU

Interdisciplinary coursework

 

This fully online degree empowers allied health professionals to advance their careers by blending administration, leadership, research, and clinical education. Choose your path—clinical education, or clinical operations—and gain the tools to thrive in a growing, in-demand field.

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AT A GLANCE COURSES

Dive into practical, career-ready courses that build your confidence, cultural awareness, and patient-centered care skills for today’s fast-evolving healthcare landscape.

Legal and Regulatory Issues in Healthcare

This course explores legal and regulatory issues in healthcare education and administration. Topics may include: HIPAA, FERPA, ADA, institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements, state and federal regulatory guidelines, copyright, and plagiarism.

Epidemiology

The study of the determinants, distribution, and control of health problems. Students will become familiar with epidemiological investigation and various methods to describe the health of human populations.

Leadership in Healthcare

Administration concepts, principles and theories which relate to communication, decision- making, power, change, and leadership.

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Where an Allied Health Degree Can Take You

Step into a high-demand healthcare field with endless options—educate, lead, or care for others in hospitals, clinics, labs, or community health organizations.

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Healthcare Administrator

Oversee operations in hospitals, clinics, and health systems—managing budgets, staffing, compliance, and strategic planning to ensure quality patient care.

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Clinical Educator

Educate others to become healthcare professionals by designing and delivering educational programs, ensuring that students have the necessary skills and knowledge to provide high-quality patient care.

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Healthcare Manager

Oversee the day-to-day operations of healthcare departments and facilities, focusing on administrative, financial, and strategic goals, ensuring the department or facility is efficient, compliant with regulations, and provides high-quality patient services.

Program Highlights

NSU’s Master of Science in Allied Health offers advanced opportunities and resources to help you thrive. From flexible online learning to expert faculty support, these program highlights prepare you to lead and excel in today’s growing healthcare field.

Hands on Learning

Gain real-world experience through hands-on learning opportunities, including capstone projects, practicums, and applied research that connect classroom knowledge to allied health practice.

Expert Faculty

Learn from experienced professionals dedicated to your growth and success.

Career Preparation

Graduate ready job placement in one of the fastest-growing careers.

Concentrations

Clinical Operations

Develop the skills needed to manage and lead within healthcare institutions.

Clinical Education

Develop the skills needed to educate future healthcare professionals.

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