Advance Your Career in Health Services
Designed for allied health professionals ready to take the next step in their careers.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Services at CGS is built for students who already hold technical training and professional credentials in fields such as radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, sonography, and other allied health disciplines. The program allows students to apply previously earned credits toward completing their bachelor’s degree.
With flexible course options and a career-focused curriculum, students develop the skills needed to move into supervisory, administrative, and healthcare leadership roles while strengthening their foundation for future graduate study in areas such as public health and healthcare management.
Program Highlights
- Transfer previously earned technical and professional education credits.
- Flexible online, hybrid, and in-person course options for working students.
- Prepare for advancement into supervisory and healthcare leadership roles.
- Build a strong academic foundation for graduate study in public health or related fields.
CGS also offers a Bachelor of Arts in Health Sciences, which is best suited for those who have not yet had training in the medical field.
Degree Requirements
To earn the Bachelor of Science in Health Services, students must complete a minimum of 120 credits. The degree combines professional healthcare training, health services coursework, general education requirements, and electives.
- 24 credits of professional coursework awarded for approved allied health education and licensure.
- 12 credits of required Health Services courses.
- General education courses and electives to complete the 120-credit degree requirement.
Professional Credit Eligibility
Students with approved allied health licenses or associate degrees may earn up to 24 professional credits toward the degree, and all transfer credits are reviewed with an academic advisor.
Curriculum
This completion degree requires 12 credits across three focused areas to build a foundation for careers in health services. Explore the curriculum.
What You Can Do With This Degree
Graduates are prepared to move into leadership, coordination, and administrative roles across hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations:
- Patient Services Manager: Manage front-line patient experience, service delivery systems, and patient support operations.
- Allied Health Supervisor: Lead teams of technologists or therapists, ensuring quality standards and compliance in clinical practice.
- Practice Manager (Medical Office Manager): Oversee administrative functions of physician or specialty practices, including staffing, billing, and operations.
- Health Services Manager: Manage departments or service lines, supporting strategic planning and organizational performance.
- Graduate study pathways in Public Health or Healthcare Administration.
Ready to Get Started?
Prospective students, request more information to learn about admission and begin planning your personalized degree path. Current Pitt students, connect with a CGS advisor.