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The BAAS in Health Practice is a 100% asynchronous online degree designed for working professionals seeking flexible career advancement without interrupting their current employment. Earn up to 12 credits for prior learning, complete internships with your current employer, and gain the bachelor's degree credential needed for promotion and leadership roles in healthcare and emergency management.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences
Delivery
Fully Online
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 36 in Major
Careers
Medical, Managers, Specialists, Workers
Health Practice students at EIU

Why Study Health Practice at EIU?

  • 100% Asynchronous Online Format
  • Credit for Prior Learning Available
  • Internships with Your Current Employer
  • Career Advancement Credentials
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Applied Health Behaviors Training - Apply what you learn
  • Study real-world health care delivery systems
  • Apply concepts to your workplace
  • Opportunities to present at conferences with faculty
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Hands-On Experience, Health Practice students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Earn Your Degree on Your Terms Working in healthcare and need flexibility? The BAAS in Health Practice honors your professional experience and respects your work-life balance. This streamlined online program lets you earn a bachelor's degree without putting your career on hold—complete your internships right at your current employer while earning college credit for the specialized training you've already completed.

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$117,960
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Medical & Health Services Managers
  • Health Education Specialists
  • Community Health Workers
  • Health Specialties Teachers,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Dr. Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
Dept of Public Health and Nutrition
217-581-5218
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Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
aagray@eiu.edu
Buzzard
217-581-5310
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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