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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
"My experience at EIU could not have been better. While in the classroom, I got to learn from amazing, engaging faculty who helped build my skills and confidence, and outside of the classroom, I got to be part of an amazing community and make lifelong memories."
Joshua Northam
Health Practice | Class of 2026
Joshua Northam, Health Practice 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

Working in health care and need flexibility? The B.A.A.S. in Health Practice honors your professional experience and respects your work-life balance. This streamlined, fully online program lets you earn a bachelor's degree without putting your career on hold. Grounded in EIU's nationally recognized B.S.

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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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Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
4303 Klehm Hall
217-581-5218
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Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
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2172 Buzzard Hall
217-581-5310
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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