Few are fortunate enough to have careers that fulfill them on both a personal and financial level. Many of us simply settle for positions that provide security, rather than the satisfaction that comes from knowing we’re part of something larger than ourselves. Jobs in the health care industry offer this elusive combination to those who have the heart and the will to help others in their time of need.

The industry is expected to grow faster than the overall economy, due mostly to our aging population. These elderly Americans will require more care in the coming years, which is why the industry is projected to create about 28 percent of all new jobs in the U.S. economy, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Countless Career Options

Whether you want to work in a public or private hospital, in nursing homes or in residential care facilities, there are few fields that offer as many job choices as the health care and social assistance industry. But before you embark on a new career, you must receive the necessary training. Hospitals and residential care facilities seldom consider candidates that lack the required degrees and/or certifications.

Where to Begin

No matter where you might reside, there’s almost certainly a general hospital within driving distance. These facilities are often on the lookout for qualified candidates. It’s no wonder then why health care programs are popular here at Kaplan University.

Whether you are interested in a nutrition degree or a health and wellness degree, we give our students the instruction and flexibility they need to succeed in the modern workforce. Although our online programs are far more popular, you also have the option of studying at our School of Health Sciences on a local campus.2

We also offer assistance with college graduate job placement for our students.3 Kaplan University also offers military tuition reductions for college for active soldiers, veterans, and the spouses of military personnel. 4

2 Not all programs or courses are offered at all locations.

3 Although the University will assist graduates with job placement, Kaplan University does not guarantee that graduates will obtain employment or earn any specific salary.

4 May not be combined with scholarships, grants, military tuition reductions, tuition vouchers, or other discounts.