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Health Care Careers are Booming!

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, health care occupations are projected to grow 13% over the next 10 years, much faster than the average for all occupations. 

SUNY Suffolk offers a wide range of programs and opportunities within the health, wellness and medical fields. Whether you want a one-semester certificate or a two-year degree, we can help you discover your passion and find your career.

Explore our health care programs below and learn why you belong at Suffolk!

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Two-Year Degree Programs in Health Care

A = Ammerman
E = Eastern
G = Grant
AS = Associate of Science
AAS = Associate of Applied Science
AA = Associate of Arts
Cert = Certificate
O = Online
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Accounting (AAS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Accounting (AS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Accounting (Certificate) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Addiction Studies (AAS) GMichael J. Grant

Addiction Studies Counselors provide therapy and treatment for those in recovery from substance use disorders and work in a variety of settings, including outpatient and inpatient clinics. This skill is also in demand for practitioners in related health fields such as nursing, social work, and some areas of education.

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American Sign Language Studies (AAS) AAmmerman

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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair (Certificate) AAmmerman

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Automotive Business (AAS) AAmmerman

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Automotive Business (Certificate) AAmmerman

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Automotive Service Specialist (AAS) AAmmerman

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Toyota T-TEN Automotive Service (AAS) AAmmerman

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Business Administration (AAS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Business Administration (AS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Business Management (Certificate) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Business: Marketing (AAS) GMichael J. Grant

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Business: Retail Marketing and Management (AAS) AAmmerman

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Business: Retail Marketing and Management (Certificate) AAmmerman

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Entrepreneurship (Certificate) EEastern

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Communication Studies (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Computer Science (AS) AAmmerman

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Construction Technology / Architectural Technology (AAS) AAmmerman

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Drafting (Computer-Assisted) (Certificate) AAmmerman

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Criminal Justice (AS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Culinary Arts: Baking and Pastry Arts (AAS) EEastern

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Baking and Pastry Arts (Certificate) EEastern

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Culinary Arts: Restaurant Management (AAS) EEastern

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Culinary Arts: Restaurant Management (Certificate) EEastern

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Hotel and Resort Management (AAS) EEastern

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Hotel and Resort Management (Certificate) EEastern

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Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (AAS) AAmmerman

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Dietetic Technician (AAS) EEastern

This program is the only one on Long Island accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (The Academy). It prepares students to enter the workforce or continue their education to become Registered Dietitians.

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Digital Art (AS) EEastern

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Digital Media and Animation (AS) EEastern

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Graphic Design (AS) EEastern

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Early Childhood (Career Option) (AAS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Early Childhood (Transfer Option) (AS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Education (Child Study) (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Adolescence Education - Biology (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Adolescence Education - English (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Adolescence Education - History (Social Studies) (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Adolescence Education - Mathematics (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Electrical Technology - Electronics (AAS) AAmmerman

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Emergency Medical Technician: Paramedic (AAS) AAmmerman

With more than 2.8 million people on Long Island and upwards of 100 separate fire and EMS agencies across Suffolk County alone, it's readily apparent why Suffolk County Community College's Paramedic Associate Degree is so vital. Average salary is $44,141.

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Engineering Science (AS) AAmmerman

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Journalism (AA) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities - Creative Writing (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities - English (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Fire Protection and Life Safety Studies (AAS) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities - Foreign Language (AA) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: General Studies (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Health Information Technology / Medical Records (AAS) GMichael J. Grant

Health information professionals ensure that providers, healthcare organizations, and patients have access to the right health information when and where it is needed while maintaining the highest standards of data integrity, confidentiality, and security.

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Medical Billing and Coding (Certificate) GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

As the healthcare industry continues to grow, the need for qualified medical billing and coding specialists increases as well. The Medical Billing & Coding Certificate Program prepares graduates with the technical skills needed to have a successful career in medical billing and coding in a variety of healthcare settings, including physician offices, hospitals, insurance companies, medical billing service departments and other health related facilities.

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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (AAS) GMichael J. Grant

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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (Certificate) GMichael J. Grant

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Human Services (AS) AAmmerman

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Information Technology - Computer Information Systems (AAS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Information Technology - Computer Information Systems (Certificate) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Information Technology - Network Design and Administration (AAS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Information Technology - Network Design and Administration (Certificate) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Interior Design (AAS) EEastern

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Mathematics (AA) AAmmerman

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Music (AS) AAmmerman

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Practical Nursing (Certificate) EEastern

The Practical Nursing certificate is designed to prepare students for entry into practice, as well as providing opportunities for students seeking admission into advanced placement Registered Nursing programs.

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Nursing (AS) AAmmerman GMichael J. Grant

The AS program in nursing prepares students for entry into practice or to transfer into a baccalaureate of science degree.

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Nursing from LPN (AS) AAmmerman GMichael J. Grant

The program is designed for students transferring in from the LPN program and prepares students for entry into practice or to transfer into a baccalaureate of science degree.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (AAS) GMichael J. Grant

Occupational Therapy Assistants work with individuals facing problems resulting from developmental impairment, physical disabilities, psychological impairment, and aging. Average salary is $63,270.

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Paralegal Studies (AAS) AAmmerman GMichael J. Grant

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Paralegal Studies (Certificate) AAmmerman GMichael J. Grant

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Performing Arts (AS) GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities - Philosophy (AA) AAmmerman GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Photography (AAS) EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Fitness Specialist (AS) AAmmerman

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Physical Education Studies (AS) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Earth and Space Science – Astronomy (AS) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Biology (AS) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Environmental Science / Forestry (AS) AAmmerman EEastern

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Earth and Space Science – Geology (AS) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Earth and Space Science – Meteorology (AS) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Physics (AS) AAmmerman

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Science - Chemistry (AS) AAmmerman

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Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS) AAmmerman

This program prepares students to work under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist (PT). The PTA assists the PT in providing physical therapy services to individuals with changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes, and/or providing prevention services to promote health, wellness, and fitness. Average salary is $74,438.

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities - Cinema Studies (AA) AAmmerman

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Radio and Television Production (AAS) AAmmerman

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Sociology (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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History (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Psychology (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant O This program is also offered online.

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Political Science (AA) AAmmerman EEastern GMichael J. Grant

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Sport Management (AS) GMichael J. Grant

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Theatre Arts - Acting (AS) AAmmerman

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Theatre Arts - General Theatre (AS) AAmmerman

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Theatre Arts - Technical Theatre (AS) AAmmerman

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Veterinary Science Technology (AAS) GMichael J. Grant

This program is designed for individuals interested in working with animals either as technicians or as members of a scientific community. Practical “hands-on” experience is achieved through internships with affiliated veterinary clinics and instruction in the college’s small and large animal care facilities. Average salary is $44,454.

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Visual Arts (AS) AAmmerman GMichael J. Grant

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Liberal Arts and Sciences: Women's and Gender Studies (AA) AAmmerman

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Short-Term Certificate Programs in Health Care

 

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Clinical Medical Assisting CertCertificate

Earn a Clinical Medical Assisting certificate and have the opportunity to put your new skills to use through an externship in a medical office, ambulatory center, or hospital department. CMAs earn an annual median salary of approximately $37,860.

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Dietary Manager CertCertificate

This two-semester program trains food service managers for a career as a Dietary Manager within schools, health care facilities and more. Median annual salary is approximately $62,000. Many students who complete the program choose to expand their earnings potential by applying for the college’s Dietetic Technician degree program.

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Emergency Medical Technician CertCertificate

Become a certified EMT and earn 7 college credits in this 15-week course. Tuition reimbursement may be available for EMS/Fire agency volunteers.

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Health IT Assistant CertCertificate

Students will be introduced to eClinics, an electronic health record practice management software system used in the medical field and will gain the practical skills required to become a Medical Records Analyst or Records Director. Upon completion of this program, students may look to expand their salary potential by applying to the college's Health Information Technology degree program. Annual median salary is approximately $76,850.

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Pharmacy Technician Assistant CertCertificate

Students within this two-semester program receive the experience necessary to work in a pharmacy under the supervision of a registered pharmacist or licensed pharmacy technician. Annual median salary is approximately $36,790.

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Ophthalmic Technician Assistant CertCertificate

This program provides students with the skills necessary to obtain employment in optical centers under the supervision of a licensed optician; or in an ophthalmic office as an ophthalmic assistant. Annual median salary is approximately $46,200.

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 Did you know? SUNY Suffolk has approximately 100 degree and certificate program options. Learn more