Preparing you for careers in the health care industry.
Overview
The demand for well-educated health care managers and other allied health professionals is on the rise.
McPherson College’s Health Science program offers majors in Health Science and Healthcare Management for students interested in areas of movement science, allied health, public & community health, and healthcare management.
Students will have the opportunity to discover their career path through various field placements.
NEW: Nursing Program
Now you can get your BSN through McPherson & KU-Salina. In the first two years of the program you’ll take prerequisite nursing courses at the McPherson College campus. You will then be eligible for guaranteed admissions into the University of Kansas Nursing program and complete the remaining two years of nursing courses at the KU-Salina campus and online, while remaining at McPherson College. The bachelors degree (BSN) will be awarded by the University of Kansas. More about the MC/KU partnership.
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Health Professions Scholarship
Each year McPherson College will select up to 3 incoming students to receive a full-tuition scholarship and 9 additional students to receive a $5,000 scholarship on top of their Merit Award. Health Professions Scholars will commit to participating in the development of signature outreach programs with McPherson Hospital and the community and will be guaranteed one internship per year.
Grad School Partners
McPherson College’s partnership with the KU School of Medicine provides students with experiential, service, and research learning opportunities including access to KU School of Medicine’s Rural Scholars and Urban Scholars programs.
Our partnership with Kansas State University allows eligible McPherson College undergraduates to take graduate-level courses online at K-State that can count toward both their bachelor’s degree at McPherson College and a master’s degree at K-State in either Kinesiology or Public Health.
Majors
Health Science
The Health Science major is ideal for students interested in pursuing health care careers in a variety of settings. The major offers three additional areas of emphasis for students interested in movement science, allied health, and public & community health.
Healthcare Management
A major in Healthcare Management prepares students for a career in planning, directing, or coordinating medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Program Emphases
These emphases in the Health Science major help to broaden your scope of expertise and career preparation:
Movement Science
Allied Health
Public & Community Health
Pre-Nursing
Get your BSN through McPherson College & KU-Salina.
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Career Paths
The Health Science and Healthcare Management majors can lead to a career as a:
Orthotist/Prosthetist
Athletic Training
Occupational Therapy
Recreational Therapy
Clinical Research
Community Health Educator
Health Policy Analyst
Epidemiologist
Medical and Health Services Manager
Human Resources Specialist
Medical Sales Representative
Faculty & Staff
Molly Brown PhD
- Director of Healthcare Initiatives
Jamie Fuqua B.S.
- Assistant Professor of Health Science
- "As an educator on topics of health, wellness, and the healthcare industry, I strive to create a learning environment of exploration and reflection, while helping students develop skills such as adaptability and resilience. My hope is to create a strong foundation of knowledge for the students to build upon as they pursue their individual career goals."
Min Jung Kim Ph.D.
- Assistant Professor of Sport Management
- "Throughout my journey as an educator, a researcher, and an athlete, I have learned to strive for excellence and contribute to society with the knowledge I have attained from learning. My goals for all students include learning and creatively applying fundamental concepts and being prepared to work in the sport industry. I believe it is my responsibility to help students navigate their goals ultimately."
Elliot Koester
- Assistant Professor of Health Science
- "My teaching philosophy is to create an atmosphere that encourages student learning and engagement. My goal is to bring enthusiasm to the classroom where students learn practical concepts that will be useful for the future."
Austin McCulloch Ph.D.
- Assistant Professor
- Department Chair
Katharine O'Connor MOT
- Assistant Professor of Health Science
- "My teaching philosophy is grounded in providing a stimulating educational environment where building relationships with students is at the forefront. I believe this helps enhance the students’ level of motivation, desire to learn, and overall learning ability. I want students to understand their potential in the classroom while building skills that go beyond the classroom, allowing true reflection and thinking for their future careers."
Kara Voss M.Ed.
- Assistant Professor of Sports Studies
