Careers in the medical field are on the rise, with a predicted growth of about 14 percent from 2018 to 2028. A major that encompasses every aspect of the healthcare industry is allied health sciences in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources. The term allied health refers to the professions that support the healthcare system. Allied health professionals can be found in every part of the healthcare system, from public health to the primary care providers. This major appeals to many students due to its flexibility and the opportunity to choose from a variety of concentrations. In addition to the core allied health requirements, students can narrow their scope and become experts in the area of health they are most passionate about.
The core allied health requirements, known as the standard plan, can be arranged to suit specific post-graduate plans and goals. The required courses include chemistry, biology and psychology courses. Students can stay with the standard plan or choose to add one of the four different concentrations: health sciences; healthcare administration; public health and health promotion; or occupational and environmental health and safety. The ability to choose among areas of concentration is one of the greatest attractions of this major. Each track offers a unique plan of study and the ability to tailor courses to the student’s individual interests.
