Health Careers at MSU Moorhead
MSUM offers comprehensive programs for students interested in health careers, providing a blend of academic excellence and real-world experience. Our programs prepare you for careers in nursing, healthcare management, exercise science, and pre-health professions.
MSUM offers pre-professional tracks in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary science, and more. Strong science courses and advisory services prepare students for graduate studies.
Train for leadership roles in healthcare through courses in policy, management, and administration. Graduates often pursue careers in hospital administration and public health.
This program prepares students for careers in fitness, sports medicine, and physical therapy through coursework in physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition.
This emphasis is perfect for students interested in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Chiropractic school with pre-requisites built directly into the core curriculum. With guidance from faculty mentors, this emphasis option can also be a starter for: Medical and Dental school, Physician Assistant school, or Optometry school.
Chemistry provides a solid foundation for careers in medical science, pharmacology, and other health professions. Students engage in research projects and gain experience in state-of-the-art labs.
Psychology provides students with a comprehensive understanding of human behavior, mental processes, and emotional health. The major emphasizes research, critical thinking, and practical application, preparing students for careers in counseling, human resources, social services, or further studies in graduate school.
A degree with an emphasis on one health prepares students for Public Health Microbiology, Public and Global Health Policy, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Infectious Disease Management and graduate school in these disciplines. This emphasis approaches health with a one-health perspective that incorporates the study of human health, animal health and environmental health.
This program equips students with foundational knowledge in communication disorders and therapy methods. Graduates are prepared for roles in speech and hearing clinics, educational settings, or to pursue graduate studies in speech-language pathology or audiology.
MSUM’s Physical Education program focuses on preparing students to promote fitness, wellness, and lifelong physical activity. Students learn instructional strategies readying them for various roles in education.
The Leadership and Innovation in Aging Studies program is designed for those interested in advancing public policy, healthcare, and services for older adults. This interdisciplinary major prepares students for roles in healthcare, elder care, human services, and research, equipping them to support and innovate in aging services.
MSUM’s health programs equip students with critical skills and practical experiences necessary for success in the healthcare field. These programs prepare graduates for immediate entry into health-related careers or further study in graduate programs.
Health Related Careers
| Career | Job Growth (2023-2033) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6% | $86,000 |
| Chiropractor | 10% | $76,500 |
| Clinical Manager | 29% | $110,700 |
| Wellness Coach | 7% | $62,900 |
| Pharmacologist | 11% | $100,900 |
| Geneticist | 9% | $107,400 |
MSUM students have a major advantage, with the ability to pursue several pathways to accelerated graduate degrees. Some accelerated pathways include:
Graduate Level Healthcare Related Careers
| Career | Job Growth (2023-2033) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioner | 40% | $129,500 |
| Athletic Trainer | 13% | $58,000 |
| Healthcare Executive | 28% | $101,000 |
Focused on global and community health issues, this minor prepares students for careers in health policy, epidemiology, and disease prevention, incorporating public health principles with practical applications.
Designed for students interested in promoting health and wellness, this minor prepares you to educate others about personal and community health.
The Sports Medicine minor provides an understanding of injury prevention, rehabilitation, and athletic training. It’s ideal for students pursuing careers in physical therapy, athletic training, or other sports-related health fields.
The Neuroscience minor introduces students to brain science and its connections to behavior and cognition, preparing them for careers or graduate study in health and science fields. It’s ideal for students seeking to understand and address real-world neurological issues.
Art Therapy combines the creative process with mental health techniques to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being across all ages. This minor is ideal for students interested in therapeutic careers.
The DAPE minor equips students to teach physical education to students with varying needs, leading to PK-21 DAPE licensure for PE majors in Minnesota. It’s suited for those aiming to work in adaptive or inclusive environments.
This minor prepares students to work in strength training and fitness, with courses in exercise science and conditioning. It supports students interested in certification exams for the field.
The Wellness minor introduces strategies for optimal health, focusing on comprehensive wellness concepts to promote lifelong health habits.
Medical Physics combines applied physics with health sciences, focusing on techniques for medical diagnosis and treatment. Ideal for biosciences and chemistry majors, it builds skills for healthcare technology.
