Keiser University

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Medical Assisting Science prepares students to perform various clinical duties including taking patient histories, measuring vital signs, assisting physicians with examinations, giving injections as directed by the physician, venipuncture, performing CLIA waived laboratory tests, and performing electrocardiograms (ECG).

In addition, students will learn clerical and administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, and preparing insurance claims.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its goals:

• Develop a student’s ability to perform various clinical, clerical, & administrative duties;
• Prepare students with the professional skills needed for employment in Medical Assisting;
• Prepare students to take the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credentialing examination given by American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant prepares students to work as occupational therapy assistants under direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Occupational therapy is the art and science of helping people gain skills needed to become independent in daily living activities. Students learn the therapeutic use of occupations which include self-care, work and play/leisure activities in order to maximize independent function, enhance development, prevent disability and maintain health. Intervention strategies may include adaptations to a task or environment or compensatory approaches in order to facilitate clients’ achievement of maximum independence.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant prepares students for employment as a skilled licensed health care worker under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. A Physical Therapist Assistant assists in the management of conditions such as arthritis, amputation, fractures, cerebrovascular accident (stroke), spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, wounds, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, cardiac and pulmonary pathology, sport injuries, work injuries and other types of injuries and/or pathologies.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology prepares students for entry-level positions in the profession, producing radiographic images in accordance with standardized practices and procedures. The program provides radiologic information including medical terminology, patient care, radiographic procedures, radiation protection, equipment operations and image production and evaluation. The program’s graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and are eligible to be licensed by the State of Florida to practice Radiologic Technology.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography presents an integration of didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences. The program prepares students to function as entry-level diagnostic medical sonographers. Sonographers are highly skilled professionals qualified to provide patient services using diagnostic techniques under the supervision of a licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy and assist physicians in gathering data necessary to reach diagnostic decisions.

The program facilitates the development of learned knowledge and skills of a graduate sonographer. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program strives to instill the values and concepts of life-long learning to its graduates.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Radiation Therapy prepares students for entry-level positions in the profession, using ionizing-radiation producing equipment to administer therapeutic doses of radiation as prescribed by physicians for treatment of disease — generally cancer. The program’s graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and are eligible for licensure by the State of Florida to practice Radiation Therapy. The Radiation Therapy program strives to instill the values and concepts of life-long learning in its graduates.

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Health Services Administration provides instruction in basic health services administration skills. Students use laptop computers to learn computer skills and software applications necessary to prosper in a healthcare business environment. The program prepares students in both business and health service administration, providing courses on business law, management and marketing principles, medical anatomy, physiology and terminology and front office management.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Nursing prepares students to practice professional nursing. Professional nursing involves the performance of those acts requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and nursing skill based upon applied principles of biological, physical, psychological and social sciences. The nursing practice of a professional nurse includes but is not limited to:

• Assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care;
• Health teaching and counseling of individuals who may be ill, injured or infirm;
• Promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness of others;
• Administration of treatments and medications as prescribed in accordance with the standards of nursing practice.

The program’s mission is further defined in the following goals:

• Students will utilize effective interdisciplinary collaboration within a health care environment;
• Students will integrate evidence based technologies to support clinical decision making;
• Students will utilize clinical judgment and reasoning to promote optimal patient care;
• Students will model behaviors of professionalism in the pursuit of excellence;
• Students will possess the necessary breadth of knowledge and skills for obtaining entry-level employment as a professional registered nurse.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Medical Administrative Billing & Coding prepares students to assign accurate medical codes for diagnostic procedures and other services offered by healthcare practitioners.

Students will learn various clerical and administrative functions that relate to insurance claims, compliance, & reimbursement.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its goals

• Develop a student’s ability to use medical language and classification systems to code procedures and diagnoses;
• Develop a student’s ability to perform various clerical & administrative duties;
• Prepare students for entry- level employment in billing & coding;
• Prepare students to take the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) credentialing examination as an apprentice.

Build on your valuable nursing experience and play a central role in health promotion and disease prevention for women. Well suited for BSN graduates, our online Master of Science in Nursing, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) program invites you to dive deeply into the unique issues women face, including the cultural and socioeconomic factors that influence health. You’ll acquire the skills needed to provide effective, equitable health care, including gynecologic, family planning, STD diagnosis and treatment, and primary care for women throughout their lifetime, from puberty through menopause. You’ll also discover how to utilize health care policies and health indicators to advocate and lead improvements for women on a local, state, national, and global level.

This program includes service-learning projects where students gain hands-on experience delivering care to underserved women and those in unique cultural and socioeconomic settings in rural, urban, or international locations. Keiser’s WHNP program helps prepare students for careers in OBGYN, labor and delivery, sexual assault response, or leadership roles within women’s health care.

Keiser University’s Bachelor of Science in Imaging Sciences degree program develops the administrative and/or clinical knowledge of technologists, providing the educational foundation for advanced certifications and career growth. Students may choose from concentrations in Imaging Administration or Clinical Imaging depending upon the student’s area of interest and career pathway. The program offers technologists advanced course work toward a bachelor’s degree completion and at least partial fulfillment of post-primary certification eligibility requirements. The program curriculum provides foundational courses in current interdisciplinary and administrative aspects of an imaging department. Additionally, the program allows for a more focused study of leadership and of advanced technological or clinical aspects of the imaging sciences through a specific concentration choice.