
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Highlights Online
- Online extension of Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, a school that builds on over 80 years of healthcare education
- Online degrees are equivalent to degrees earned on-campus
- Online nursing program is up to 40% less tuition versus other similar programs, according to school
- Nursing program accredited by National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
- Institutional accreditation by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
About Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Online
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences (FHCHS) specializes in allied health and nursing education. The main campus, located at Florida Hospital, a major medical center, has over 2000 students. The school is a Seventh-day Adventist institution owned by Florida Hospital. The college offers undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs, including programs that are available online. Areas of study include sonography, biomedical sciences, nursing, occupational therapy, and radiology.
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Online Academic Programs
The school is highlighting specific programs, including:
- Registered Nurse (RN) to Bachelor of Science (BSN) – Covers topics in leadership, management, analysis, and communication to help students become candidates for administrative roles. The program is structured to give RN-BSN graduates the abilities to apply both principles and research-based knowledge for design, coordination, and management of healthcare in many different settings. Led by the school's full-time faculty, courses are held to 15 students at most. Students can complete this online program in 18 to 24 months.
- Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences – Offers working imaging technologists a path forward for career advancement into management or specialist roles. Topics covered include quality management, mammography, tomography, magnetic resonance, digital imaging, case studies and more. This program can also be completed in 18 to 24 months.
Learning Options at Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
Online, distance learning gives students a similar academic experience as their on-campus colleagues while completing clinical requirements in their own community. The education online option uses multi media programs to enhance both faculty and peer interaction. Through the use of an academic web page students can track their progress.
The school's online programs are geared for busy, working adults. Students can access coursework at any time. Typically students spend 15 to 20 hours per week on studies.
Faculty
The educator team consists of a multitude of staff including professional faculty, adjunct faculty and clinical/adjunct faculty.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Requirements vary by program. All aspirants are required to submit an application essay. The school considers commitment when making admission decisions.
The school makes financial aid available to eligible students. Applicants are required to fill out the FAFSA and FHCHS's own financial aid form.