{"id":11089,"date":"2023-06-12T11:16:48","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T15:16:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/?p=11089"},"modified":"2024-12-13T16:48:29","modified_gmt":"2024-12-13T21:48:29","slug":"health-science-vs-public-health-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/health-science-vs-public-health-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Science vs. Public Health: Which Career Field is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you interested in improving the health of people in need? Do you want to make a difference in your local and global community? Can you envision yourself working in healthcare?<\/p>\n

If you answered yes to those three questions, chances are you have come across the both health science and public health majors.<\/p>\n

While these two degrees share many similarities and have some curricular overlap, they also have many differences that can help you determine which degree and career field is right for you.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s explore health science and public health degrees in further depth so you can better know which degree best fits your interests, skills, and career goals.<\/p>\n

What is a Health Science Degree?<\/h2>\n

Health science represents the general approach to non-clinical healthcare practices and typically does not involve direct patient contact. Instead, health science professionals fulfill various behind-the-scenes roles, and serve in roles such as information technology professionals, researchers, medical and healthcare law experts, and administrators.<\/p>\n

As this area involves applying scientific research to clinical practice, associate and bachelor\u2019s degrees in Health Science<\/a> are multifaceted choices designed to prepare graduates for new and entry-level positions as health professionals.<\/p>\n

These programs typically consist<\/a> of general education courses, core science courses like chemistry, introduction to public health, research methods, and courses in medical terminology, law and ethics, and other topics.<\/p>\n

Health science programs also allow students to focus and concentrate on specific areas or tracks that align with their interests and career goals. For example, at Goodwin University, students can choose between the following:<\/p>\n

1. Healthcare Administration<\/h3>\n

This track best fits those interested in healthcare policy, leadership, and management. Students explore the ins and outs of the healthcare system and learn how to positively impact patient experiences.<\/p>\n

2. Epidemiology<\/h3>\n

This track focuses on studying infectious diseases and how they impact our population. Students learn about global health and human disease to prepare them for a career as a trusted community health professional.<\/p>\n

What Jobs Can I Pursue With a Health Science Degree?<\/h2>\n

As mentioned, a degree in Health Science enables candidates to pursue various positions committed to improving health outcomes for individuals of all ages.<\/p>\n

Some rewarding health science careers and their median annual salary as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)<\/a>, include:<\/p>\n