With a degree from Peirce College, there’s almost no limit to the healthcare career options available to you. And that’s good news, because healthcare is one of the strongest, fastest growing industries in Philadelphia, and the country.
Today, people are living longer than ever, and that means they need to be cared for longer. Also, healthcare reform is making things even more complicated. These factors are driving the increased demand for qualified healthcare and human service professionals.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
- Jobs for Medical and Health Service Managers are expected to grow by 32% through 2029, and pay a median salary of $100,000.
- Jobs for Social and Community Service Managers are expected to grow by 17% through 2029, and pay a median salary of $67,000.
- Jobs for Medical Records and Health Information Technicians are expected to grow by 8% through 2029, and pay a median salary of more than $42,000.
At Peirce, you’ll learn the skills you need to start a successful healthcare career:
- Classes are led by healthcare professionals with real-life experience
- Each of our healthcare degrees is available online
- Programs include a certificate in Medical Coding, an associate’s degree in Health Information Technology and a bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration
Peirce College also offers comprehensive career development services that assist our students by providing personalized guidance for career development in the healthcare industry. To learn more about our career services, visit our Center for Career and Professional Development.