Choose Your Path

No matter which career path find yourself in, NSU's programs can help you take that next step so you can dominate your field. You’re ready – and we’re ready to help.

17 Programs

Academic College

Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing

Location(s)

Palm Beach, FL
Tampa Bay, FL

Become a competent health care provider driven by compassion and guided by science. As an anesthesiologist assistant trained in our state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll be prepared to develop and implement anesthesiology patient care plans and monitoring.

View Anesthesia (M.S.) Program

Academic College

Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences

Location(s)

Denver, CO
Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Jacksonville, FL
Tampa Bay, FL

This accredited, Tampa-based program prepares you for the registry exam for two of the most sought-after specialties of diagnostic medical ultrasound: adult echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound) and vascular sonography (non-invasive vascular technology). 

View Cardiovascular Sonography (B.S.) Program

Academic College

Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences

Location(s)

Tampa Bay, FL

Join an innovative program designed for the continued professional development of persons who presently serve or will serve their community in a variety of counseling or related capacities. Prepare to work with individuals, families, and groups seeking help for a variety of personal, social, career, and emotional issues.

View Counseling (M.S.) Program

Academic College

College of Psychology

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Miami, FL
Orlando, FL
Tampa Bay, FL
Online

The 39 month Advanced Standing Program for international dental graduates offers the same curriculum as the College of Dental Medicine’s current D.M.D. program through a combination of videoconferencing, lecture capture, and onsite lectures and labs.

View Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) - International Program Program

Academic College

College of Dental Medicine

Location(s)

Tampa Bay, FL

Prepare to confidently lead your own classroom and meet Florida state educator requirements by studying best practices for teaching mathematics, science, the arts, social studies, reading, and ESOL. Learn essential lesson planning and classroom management skills. This program is Florida approved with ESOL endorsement and Nevada Department of Education

View Elementary Education – ESOL/Reading (B.S.) Program

Academic College

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL
Online

Learn the unique of challenges of, and best practices for, teaching ESOL and students with multiple disabilities. With field experiences and an internship, you’ll be prepared to obtain the Florida state teacher certification you need. This program is Florida approved with ESOL endorsement and Nevada Department of Education.

View Exceptional Student Education – ESOL (B.S.) Program

Academic College

Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL
Online

Academic College

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Location(s)

Tampa Bay, FL

Gain the theoretical, research, and applied skills you need to contribute to the growing field of national security. Learn to analyze intelligence and assess the threat of domestic and international terrorism. Prepare for a career in government or the private sector.

View National Security Affairs And International Relations (M.S.) Program

Academic College

Halmos College of Arts and Sciences

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL
Online

Prepare to serve as a skilled nurse practitioner. Learn to improve the health and wellbeing of a specific population based on your specialization. Study policy, data analysis, and the advanced nursing role, as your experienced mentors bring case studies to life.

View Nursing – M.S.N. A.P.R.N. Program

Academic College

Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing

Location(s)

Miramar, FL
Palm Beach, FL
Tampa Bay, FL

Expand your contribution to this vital health care field with expertise and advanced credentials. Promote nutrition-based preventive and integrative medicine. Prepare for a career in schools, hospitals, corporations, athletics or food systems. Train to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

View Nutrition (M.S.) Program

Academic College

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL
Online

NSU's O.T.D. blended (approx. 70% online and 30% on-campus) program is dedicated to preparing occupational therapists to serve as a part of an interdisciplinary team of health professionals in a variety of practice settings, such as hospitals, schools, outpatient, and home health as well as in programs they develop where occupational therapists are not yet employed. Course activities promote clinical decision-making and patients and clients, from initial examination to outcomes assessment.

View Occupational Therapy (Blended Program) (O.T.D.) Program

Academic College

Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences

Location(s)

Tampa Bay, FL
Online
Hybrid

Prepare to treat patients holistically and promote disease prevention. Advance your experience with clinical rotations, including three months in a rural setting. Pursue medical, surgical, and obstetric specialties in professional internships and residencies.

View Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) Program

Academic College

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL

Earn your bachelor’s and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degrees in a seven- or eight-year program. Advance your experience with clinical rotations, including three months in a rural setting. Pursue medical, surgical, and obstetric specialties in professional internships and residencies.

View Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) - Dual Admission Program

Academic College

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL

This Tampa Bay-based, entry-level Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy program blends face-to-face and online teaching using multi-media and engaging teaching strategies. Our close-knit learning community is designed for those who desire flexibility in learning because of geographical, financial, family, or learning style needs. Blended classes foster active learning strategies for students to apply learning to clinical practice.

View Physical Therapy (Hybrid Program) (D.P.T.) Program

Academic College

Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences

Location(s)

Tampa Bay, FL
Hybrid

Gain the expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help children and adolescents succeed–academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. Choose from a career in K-12 public schools, private and charter schools, early childhood settings, or independent private practice.

View School Psychology (Psy.S.) Program

Academic College

College of Psychology

Location(s)

Fort Lauderdale/Davie, FL
Tampa Bay, FL

Earn your bachelor’s and Psy.S. in School Psychology in 8 years plus a 1-year internship. Gain the expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help children and adolescents succeed–academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. 

View School Psychology (Psy.S.) - Dual Admission Program

Academic College

College of Psychology

Location(s)

Tampa Bay, FL