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Explore Health: Care, Research, Technology

Health: Care, Research, Technology

Good health—it’s life’s most precious gift. You could have a career improving the health of others—in medical care, research, or technologies—starting at Penn State Behrend.

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Pre-Professional Programs

Build the foundation for advanced health-care training at Penn State Behrend. Our strong science programs and academic guidance can prepare you for your future career as a physician, dentist, optometrist, pharmacist, physician assistant, physical therapist, occupational therapist, or veterinarian.

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Nursing

With high-tech simulation training and clinical experience, you’ll develop the practical, patient-care techniques to stand out in this in-demand—and rewarding—field.

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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Whether you aim to go into medical practice or health-related research, the minor in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology prepares you with a deeper understanding of life at the molecular, genetic, and cellular levels.

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Biomedical Engineering

Combine your interests in science and engineering with this minor, which applies engineering principles to solve health-related problems. It’s a great foundation for future engineers as well as future health professionals.

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Psychology

The deep understanding of human behavior you’ll gain from our Psychology program will provide an excellent starting point for a wide range of health-related careers from youth development to elder care.

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More Programs of Study

Interested in health care but not sure which path to take? We offer more than 40 undergraduate and graduate degrees in addition to a variety of minors and certificates. You're sure to find something that speaks to you.

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