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Undergraduate Level Professional Programs

These programs lead to an undergraduate degree (bachelor's or certificate).

Cardiovascular Interventional Technology
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences OR Post-Baccalaureate Professional Certificate in Cardiovascular Interventional Technology | Length: 9 months (2 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: Variable | Campus Location: Multiple
Computed Tomography Practicum
Degree: Eligible to sit for CT Certification Examination | Length: 4 months (1 semester) | Program Start: Spring, Summer & Fall semesters | Class Size: 10 | Campus Location: Multiple
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences OR Post-Baccalaureate Professional Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography | Length: 12 months (3 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 18 | Campus Location: Multiple
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences OR Post-Baccalaureate Professional Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging | Length: 9 months (2 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 8 | Campus Location: Multiple
Medical Laboratory Science
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (BSMLS) | Length: 11 months | Program Start: Fall semester (includes Student Laboratory May-August) | Class Size: 30 (Between all campuses & clinical sites) | Campus Location: Kearney & Omaha
Radiation Therapy
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences OR Post-Baccalaureate Professional Certificate in Radiation Therapy | Length: 12 months (3 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 8 | Campus Location: Omaha
Radiography
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences | Length: 21 months (5 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 37 | Campus Location: Multiple

Graduate Level Professional Programs

These programs lead to a graduate level degree (master's or doctoral).

Clinical Perfusion
Degree: Master of Perfusion Science (MPS) | Length: 21 months (5 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 22 | Campus Location: Omaha
Diagnostic Cytology
Degree: Master of Diagnostic Cytology | Length: 16 months (4 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: Varies by location | Location: Omaha & Clinical Placement Locations
Genetic Counseling
Degree: Master of Genetic Counseling (MGC) | Length: 21 months (5 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 8 | Campus Location: Omaha
Medical Nutrition
Degree: Master of Medical Nutrition (MMN) | Length: 1.5 years (4 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 12 | Campus Location: Kearney & Omaha
Occupational Therapy
Degree: Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) | Length: 3 years (8 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester, single cohort | Class Size: 46 | Campus: Kearney & Omaha
Physical Therapy
Degree: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) | Length: 3 years (8 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 66 | Campus Location: Kearney & Omaha
Physician Assistant
Degree: Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) | Length: 28 months (7 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 66 | Campus Location: Kearney & Omaha
Respiratory Care
Degree: Master of Respiratory Care (MRC) | Length: 21 months (5 semesters) | Program Start: Fall semester | Class Size: 24 | Campus Location: Kearney & Omaha
Dual-MBA Degree
Students enrolled in certain allied health profession education programs may earn both a health professions graduate degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.

Online Programs

These programs and courses are completely online.

Health Professions Teaching & Technology (Masters)
Master of Health Professions Teaching and Technology or a Graduate Certificate Health Professions Teaching and Technology offered through Graduate Studies.
Healthcare Delivery Science (Masters)
Master of Healthcare Delivery Science (MHDS) is an innovative, online educational degree offered through Graduate Studies.
Applied Health Informatics (Certificate)
The Applied Health Informatics certificate prepares healthcare professionals with the skills necessary to effectively apply health informatics in practice to improve patient care.
Health Professions Teaching & Technology (Certificate)
This certificate provides health professions educators with a foundation in health science education, teaching skills, and the science of teaching
Healthcare Quality Improvement (Certificate)
Through the Certificate in Healthcare Quality Improvement, health care professionals will engage in the application and utility of quality improvement to optimize healthcare service delivery.
Doctor of Medical Science
The online Doctor of Medical Science Degree Program offers credentialed PAs, who wish to retain their primary role in health care delivery, the opportunity to gain additional knowledge and competencies to advance their practice, through an applied doctoral degree course of study.
Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics
The online Doctor of Nutrition and Dietetics degree program offers registered dietitian nutritionists the opportunity to enhance or advance their practice.
Imaging Sciences Degree Advancement Option
This online option allows working imaging and therapeutic science professionals who have completed an accredited radiography, radiation therapy, sonography, or nuclear medicine technology program the opportunity to advance their education and professional goals.
Medical Laboratory Science Degree Advancement Option
This online option is designed for working MLT/CLT professionals looking for an opportunity to earn an advanced degree while continuing to work in their home communities.
Perfusion Science Degree Advancement Option
This online option allows working perfusionists, who have completed a CAAHEP-accredited perfusion program, the opportunity to advance their education and professional goals while working in their home communities.
Respiratory Care Degree Advancement Option
The online Master of Respiratory Care Degree Advancement Option allows working Registered Respiratory Therapists who have completed a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program, the opportunity to advance their education and professional goals while working in their home communities.
Non-Degree Courses
These online courses are perfect for students who want to complete a prerequisite course, further their professional ability, advance in the professional skills, prepare for an advanced board certification or simply learn something new.