Keiser University

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Accounting focuses on entry-level accounting skills including communication and ethics needed in today’s professional environment. The program provides a fundamental understanding of not only essential practitioner skills but also addresses the unique skills needed by an entry-level accountant. Accounting topics include: financial accounting, federal taxation, and the use of business application and accounting software.

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration provides basic business administration skills. Students use computers, computer skills and software applications necessary to prosper in a business environment. Courses provide an understanding of business administration methods, management skills and business knowledge.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Information Technology prepares students for an entry-level position in the field of Networking Administration, Programming, or Cybersecurity. Courses in each of the three concentrations prepare students to sit for industry-accepted competency examinations.

The MS in Financial Technology program aims to prepare students with workforce-ready knowledge, skills, and attitudes in the emerging FinTech industry. The program will ensure students are familiar with financial technologies, understand foundational concepts of FinTech, develop computation/analytical skills, and appreciate the value of ethics, professional communication needed to inform decisions, and a forward-thinking mindset.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Exercise Science combines both didactic instruction (integrated with supervised practice) and externships necessary to provide the student with the essential tools for success in this field of study. The focus of this program is to prepare the student to take two nationally recognized and accredited field certifications. In addition, the coursework focuses on providing the student with a solid foundation in science-based general education and patient assessment core courses. Following graduation from the ASES program, students will have the necessary requirements to pursue a bachelor’s degree in a variety of medical related fields.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its goals:

• Develop a student’s ability to apply health and fitness assessments in the development, monitoring and motivation of individuals with exercise prescriptions.
• Effectively prepare students to properly conduct and monitor exercise sessions in both healthy and special populations.
• Apply learned principles to properly conduct assessments and measurements in sports performance assessments in both healthy and special populations and interpret the results.
• Prepare graduates for bachelor’s degrees in Exercise Science, Nursing, and/or other educational programs.

Keiser University’s Master of Science in Exercise Science is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for a professional career in the many fields associated with the exercise science industry. Providing opportunities to apply course related knowledge in advanced settings of the student’s choice, such as collegiate sports programs, rehabilitation clinics, and entrepreneurial fitness businesses.

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice presents the major components of the American criminal justice system. It includes criminal behavior patterns, law enforcement organizations, juvenile systems, legal principles and doctrines and fundamentals of criminal investigations. Courses utilize hands-on activities.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its objectives:

• To develop students’ understanding of the American criminal justice system.
• To present students with an in-depth review of institutions, laws, theories and the players that make up the system.
• To assist graduates in obtaining entry-level criminal justice positions.
• To prepared students for employment or advancement in criminal justice related fields.

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Paralegal Studies prepares students to support attorneys in transactional and litigation fields through legal research, document drafting, case management, evidence gathering and the litigation procedure. Paralegals are often involved in trial assistance and other dispute resolution processes, as well as with preparation of real estate documents, wills, trusts, contracts, corporate matters and law office investigations.

The degree of Doctor of Criminal Justice degree is designed to produce students of crime and justice who possess: (1) a thorough understanding of criminal justice issues, (2) the intellectual and methodological skills necessary for the continuing process of discovery and understanding of crime- and justice-related issues, (3) the capacity for integrative and analytical thinking, (4) competency at transmitting knowledge, (5) problem-solving skills, and (6) effectively lead and manage criminal justice organizations. The DCJ program will produce students capable of making contributions to the criminal justice discipline in the academic and applied components of the discipline. The curriculum is designed to ensure that graduates are well equipped to participate in criminal justice positions emphasizing research, theory, evidence-based practice, and the administration of justice.

Keiser University’s Master of Arts in Homeland Security and Emergency Management Degree Online provides an intensive study of topics related to protecting the U.S. from threats to Homeland Security. Coursework fosters independent learning and enables students to contribute intellectually to areas of homeland security, border patrol and cyber security. Graduates will be prepared to pursue opportunities on the border and in airports, seaports and waterways. They’ll have the background needed to research and develop security technologies; respond to natural disasters or terrorist assaults; analyze intelligence reports, and perform other duties related to Emergency Management.

The Master of Science in Nutrition - Innovative Leadership is designed to facilitate the development of advanced leadership knowledge and skills with the focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. Course work applies comprehensive learning opportunities for exploring innovative strategies in the various areas of nutrition and dietetics. Graduates of the MSN-IL will position themselves to assume leadership roles within management, entrepreneurship, and use of technology to advance professional practice.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Medical Assisting Science prepares students to perform various clinical duties including taking patient histories, measuring vital signs, assisting physicians with examinations, giving injections as directed by the physician, venipuncture, performing CLIA waived laboratory tests, and performing electrocardiograms (ECG).

In addition, students will learn clerical and administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, and preparing insurance claims.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its goals:

• Develop a student’s ability to perform various clinical, clerical, & administrative duties;
• Prepare students with the professional skills needed for employment in Medical Assisting;
• Prepare students to take the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credentialing examination given by American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography presents an integration of didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences. The program prepares students to function as entry-level diagnostic medical sonographers. Sonographers are highly skilled professionals qualified to provide patient services using diagnostic techniques under the supervision of a licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy and assist physicians in gathering data necessary to reach diagnostic decisions.

The program facilitates the development of learned knowledge and skills of a graduate sonographer. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program strives to instill the values and concepts of life-long learning to its graduates.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant prepares students to work as occupational therapy assistants under direct supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Occupational therapy is the art and science of helping people gain skills needed to become independent in daily living activities. Students learn the therapeutic use of occupations which include self-care, work and play/leisure activities in order to maximize independent function, enhance development, prevent disability and maintain health. Intervention strategies may include adaptations to a task or environment or compensatory approaches in order to facilitate clients’ achievement of maximum independence.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Radiologic Technology prepares students for entry-level positions in the profession, producing radiographic images in accordance with standardized practices and procedures. The program provides radiologic information including medical terminology, patient care, radiographic procedures, radiation protection, equipment operations and image production and evaluation. The program’s graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and are eligible to be licensed by the State of Florida to practice Radiologic Technology.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant prepares students for employment as a skilled licensed health care worker under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. A Physical Therapist Assistant assists in the management of conditions such as arthritis, amputation, fractures, cerebrovascular accident (stroke), spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, wounds, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, cardiac and pulmonary pathology, sport injuries, work injuries and other types of injuries and/or pathologies.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Nursing prepares students to practice professional nursing. Professional nursing involves the performance of those acts requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment and nursing skill based upon applied principles of biological, physical, psychological and social sciences. The nursing practice of a professional nurse includes but is not limited to:

• Assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care;
• Health teaching and counseling of individuals who may be ill, injured or infirm;
• Promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness of others;
• Administration of treatments and medications as prescribed in accordance with the standards of nursing practice.

The program’s mission is further defined in the following goals:

• Students will utilize effective interdisciplinary collaboration within a health care environment;
• Students will integrate evidence based technologies to support clinical decision making;
• Students will utilize clinical judgment and reasoning to promote optimal patient care;
• Students will model behaviors of professionalism in the pursuit of excellence;
• Students will possess the necessary breadth of knowledge and skills for obtaining entry-level employment as a professional registered nurse.

Build on your valuable nursing experience and play a central role in health promotion and disease prevention for women. Well suited for BSN graduates, our online Master of Science in Nursing, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) program invites you to dive deeply into the unique issues women face, including the cultural and socioeconomic factors that influence health. You’ll acquire the skills needed to provide effective, equitable health care, including gynecologic, family planning, STD diagnosis and treatment, and primary care for women throughout their lifetime, from puberty through menopause. You’ll also discover how to utilize health care policies and health indicators to advocate and lead improvements for women on a local, state, national, and global level.

This program includes service-learning projects where students gain hands-on experience delivering care to underserved women and those in unique cultural and socioeconomic settings in rural, urban, or international locations. Keiser’s WHNP program helps prepare students for careers in OBGYN, labor and delivery, sexual assault response, or leadership roles within women’s health care.

Keiser University’s Associate of Arts degree in Health Services Administration provides instruction in basic health services administration skills. Students use laptop computers to learn computer skills and software applications necessary to prosper in a healthcare business environment. The program prepares students in both business and health service administration, providing courses on business law, management and marketing principles, medical anatomy, physiology and terminology and front office management.

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Medical Administrative Billing & Coding prepares students to assign accurate medical codes for diagnostic procedures and other services offered by healthcare practitioners.

Students will learn various clerical and administrative functions that relate to insurance claims, compliance, & reimbursement.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its goals

• Develop a student’s ability to use medical language and classification systems to code procedures and diagnoses;
• Develop a student’s ability to perform various clerical & administrative duties;
• Prepare students for entry- level employment in billing & coding;
• Prepare students to take the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) credentialing examination as an apprentice.

Keiser University's Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program will provide an intensive study of theory and practice in the fields of the student's selected concentrations. The program will foster independent learning and enable students to contribute intellectually to their selected concentrations. Students will select two concentrations or a combination of courses (up to 12 credits) each from their desired concentration totaling eight courses (or 24 credits). Students will complete two capstone courses (6 credits), an action research project based on the student's personal or professional goals.

The master's project will provide an interdisciplinary approach to completing an action research project, synthesizing information from various sources utilizing different methodologies, and drawing conclusions to present a new perspective on the student's selected topic. The master's program in total is 30 credits. The chosen concentration elective courses will vary based on students' goals and approval by the Dean of the Graduate School.