BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Applied Health Science

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The credit transfer is phenomenal. When dealing with other colleges, we have a very difficult time with that. With Woodmont College, it's done for free. And you know how many credits you're getting. Nice and simple.
Sorah Green
Community College Advisor

Your starting point for these careers

Registered Nurse (RN)

$95,000
RNs provide direct patient care, administer medications, monitor health conditions, and educate patients on treatment plans. They work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality and safety in patient care.

Nurse practitioner (NP)

$125,000
NPs diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and prescribe medications. They combine clinical expertise with an emphasis on disease prevention and health management.

Nutritionist / Dietitian

$73,000
These professionals assess patients' dietary needs, develop personalized nutrition plans, and promote healthy eating habits. They often collaborate with healthcare teams to manage conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.

Physical therapist

$101,000
Help patients regain mobility, strength, and function. They design individualized treatment plans using exercise, manual therapy, and education to promote physical recovery and long-term health.

Occupational therapist

$98,000
Help people gain the skills needed for daily living and working. They focus on improving function and independence through adaptive strategies, exercises, and environmental modifications.

Physician assistant

$133,000
Perform physical exams, diagnose illnesses, order tests, and prescribe treatments under physician supervision. They play a key role in providing accessible, high-quality healthcare across a range of specialties.

Speech-language pathologist

$95,000
Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders in children and adults. They help improve communication and quality of life through targeted therapy and patient education.

Pharmacist

$137,000
Dispense medications, ensure proper dosages, and educate patients about safe and effective drug use. They also collaborate with healthcare providers to manage medication therapy and optimize patient outcomes.

Genetic counselor

$99,000
Provide information and support to individuals and families about inherited conditions and genetic risks. They interpret genetic test results and guide patients in making informed healthcare and reproductive decisions.

*Potential annual salary based on our research findings as of 2025. Annual salaries vary greatly based on role, responsibilities, and employee experience. Woodmont College does not, in any form, guarantee job or salary outcomes.

Start with the BS in Applied Health

Then pursue the master's & license you want

Where our graduates go for their master's

How do you know you're a fit?

You enjoy science, math & chemistry (or at least tolerate them)

You want to study the miraculous workings of the human body

You have the drive and determination it takes to complete a robust program

Interested but feeling daunted? Don’t be.

Our Direct Advantage makes it impossible to fail.

If you come in committed, you can and will succeed.

All the benefits of online college

With remote lab options to bring your training to life

Virtual Labs

Online simulations that mimic real-world lab activities

Home Lab Kits

Curated ingredients and supplies so you can conduct experiments at home

Led by a former neurosurgeon

Driven by an awe of God’s handiwork

Dr. Rivka Levron, Program Chair

Dr. Rivka Levron, M.D., Ph.D., is the Chair of the Applied Health Sciences Department at Woodmont College. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed a neurosurgical residency before pursuing a Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Columbia University. Rivka spent over a decade conducting biomedical research at the National Institutes of Health, focusing on neuroscience, genetics, and developmental biology. Since making aliyah, she has taught a wide range of biological science courses at Touro College Israel, Gratz College, Machon Tal, and Michlalah Jerusalem College.

Not sure you want to pursue a master’s degree?

USE THIS DEGREE ALONE

Qualify for entry-level healthcare roles

Medical laboratory technician

$50,000

Medical laboratory technologist

$65,000

Research assistant (clinical / biomedical)

$50,000

Patient advocate

$55,000

Health insurance claims specialist

$60,000

Health educator (public health)

$55,000

Rehabilitation technician

$45,000

Medical sales representative

$85,000

Case manager

$60,000

Healthcare administrator

$80,000

*Potential annual salary based on our research findings as of 2025. Annual salaries vary greatly based on role, responsibilities, and employee experience. Woodmont College does not, in any form, guarantee job or salary outcomes.

What you'll learn

Core scientific knowledge

Strong foundations in biology, psychology, math, and bioethics — everything you need to understand and solve real-world healthcare challenges

Healthcare skills

Apply scientific knowledge through hands-on excercises in critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving

Teamwork & collaboration

Experience working effectively with others, a skill you'll bring with you into collaborative healthcare environments.

Professional communication

Hone your ability to clearly convey complex information to peers, patients, and professionals in healthcare settings

THE DIRECT ADVANTAGE™

An easier way to earn your degree

Traditional approach

Courses last 8-15 weeks, with progress based on a preset timeline. There’s no such thing as taking breaks without failing the course. 

Direct Advantage™

You can start whenever you are ready and complete courses at your own pace. Set and meet your own timeline goals. Take breaks when life calls for it.

Traditional approach

Immutable grades are assigned based on student performance. Only a select few achieve top final scores. 

Direct Advantage™

Students are coached until they reach mastery. Every student can achieve a top final score at their own pace.

Traditional approach

Professors answer questions, conduct tests and assessments, and deliver final course grades.

Direct Advantage™

Professors coach students and propel student progress from “development” to “mastery” — with a 48-hour grading turnaround, the fastest in the country.

Traditional approach

Students receive a college degree once they pass all required coursework. 

Direct Advantage™

Students receive a college degree at their own pace. In some courses, they can earn digital badges for transferable skills like Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, and Leadership.

Traditional approach

Text-based and rote. Students are asked to memorize and demonstrate mastery of content or information.

Direct Advantage™

Skills-based and inspiring active engagement. Students are asked to demonstrate mastery of skills through open-ended assignments.

BRING IT WITH YOU TO WORK

Get a Skill Advantage™ you'll take with you everywhere

Learn from the best

Unlike traditional college professors, our courses are led by academic facilitators who are here to help you succeed.

Dr. Rivka Levron

Faculty Chair

Professor Tziril Lea Duschinsky

Science

Professor Chana Prero

Science

Dr. Joy Kahn

Science

Dr. Joseph Rubin

Science

Professor Aliza Neveloff

Science

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