The Current & Future Vision

1. The Current & Future Vision Health Care Degree’s Making Wentworth even better

2. Degrees Profiled In Massachusetts • Masters: • M.S. in Health and Medical Informatics • M.S. in Computer Information Systems with Health Informatics Concentration • M.S. in Bioinformatics • M.S. in Forensic Nursing • Masters of Liberal Arts in Biotechnology • M.S. in Applied Nutrition • M.S. in Regulatory Affairs of Food and Food Industries • M.S. in Innovation for Life Sciences Professionals • Bachelors: • B.S. in Biomedical & Clinical Sciences • B.S. in Medical Imaging - Nuclear Medicine • B.S. in Medical Imaging - Breast Imaging • B.S. in Medical Imaging - Interventional Radiology • B.S. in Medical Imaging - Nuclear Medicine

3. Bachelors Degree’s

4. B.S. in Biomedical & Clinical Sciences • Boston University is the lone school in Massachusetts to offer the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical & Clinical Sciences degree • Boston University seeks students who are looking to be prepared to work jobs and careers in the fields of biotechnology and clinical researchfor the B.S. in Biomedical & Clinical Sciences program. • Boston University offers the degree in an on campus format where 48 credits must be completed to earn the degree. • Tuition Rate - $1,832.00 Per Credit Hour

5. B.S. IN Medical Imaging Regis College offers a B.S. in Medical imaging with concentrations in Nuclear Medicine, Breast Imaging, and Interventional Radiology. Nuclear Medicine - Nuclear medicine combines chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer technology, and medicine in using radioactivity to diagnose and treat disease. Though there are many diagnostic techniques currently available, nuclear medicine uniquely provides information about both the structure and function of virtually every major organ system within the body. It is this ability to characterize and quantify physiologic function which separates nuclear medicine from other imaging modalities, such as x-ray. Breast Imaging and Interventional Radiology - The Regis College Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging, with a concentration in Breast Imaging and Interventional Radiology is for registered technologists in Radiography - RT(R) - or registry eligible. The program is full time, which starts each September and is 15 months in duration (may be longer if all of the general education core requirements are not met). Each concentration of Medical Imaging is located in an on-campus setting where 52 credits must be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate - $1,127.00 Per Credit Hour

6. B.S. in Medical Imaging - Nuclear Medicine • Nuclear medicine combines chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer technology, and medicine in using radioactivity to diagnose and treat disease. Though there are many diagnostic techniques currently available, nuclear medicine uniquely provides information about both the structure and function of virtually every major organ system within the body. It is this ability to characterize and quantify physiologic function which separates nuclear medicine from other imaging modalities, such as x-ray. • Regis College is the lone school in Massachusetts to offer the Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine degree. • Regis College offers the degree in an on campus format where 52 credits must be completed to receive the degree. • Tuition Rate- $1,127.00 Per Credit Hour

7. B.S. in Medical Imaging - Breast Imaging Regis College is the lone school to offer the B.S. in Medical Imaging – Breast Imaging The Regis College Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging, with a concentration in Breast Imaging (BI) is for registered technologists in Radiography (RT(R))—or registry eligible. The program is full time, which starts each September and is 15 months in duration (may be longer if all of the general education core requirements are not met). Regis College offers the degree in an on campus setting where 52 credits must be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate - $1,127.00 Per Credit Hour

8. B.S. in Medical Imaging - Interventional Radiology Regis College is the lone school to offer the B.S. in Medical Imaging – Interventional Radiology. The Regis College Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging, with a concentration in Interventional Radiology (IR) is for registered technologists in Radiography - RT(R) - or registry eligible. The program is full time, which starts each September and is 15 months in duration (may be longer if all of the general education core requirements are not met). Regis College offers the degree in an on campus setting where 52 credits must be completed to receive the degree.

9. Masters Degree’s

10. M.S. in Health and Medical Informatics Program Overview - Massive growth in the cost of health care and increasingly extensive biomedical data systems have made health and medical informatics lively areas of expansion within the health care industry. Organizations are turning to information technology to improve efficiency and cut costs even as they harness it to deliver better health care to individuals and populations. At the same time, richer patient information storage requires heightened efforts by health organizations to ensure patient privacy and organizational information security. University of Massachusetts Lowell and Brandies University both offer a Master of Science in Health and Medical Informatics degree. UMASS Lowell is a 30 credit degree with a tuition rate of $1023.33 Per Credit Hour Brandies is a 36 credit degree with a tuition rate of $545.00 per Credit Hour

11. M.S. in Computer Information Systems with Health Informatics Concentration The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems concentration in Health Informatics exposes individuals to health electronic applications and CNSS and PMI Accreditation - Logos the collection, processing, and storage of data. Individuals graduating from this program will have a solid knowledge of data communication and computer networks as well as biomedical databases. Each of these areas includes data security and privacy components, which are essential for dealing with medical data. In addition, the foundations of health information technology and electronic health records give graduates a solid exposure to the latest medical technologies, as well as to the electronic record systems used in hospitals and other medical organizations. Students also have the opportunity to take a course that will expose them to the modern IT project management tools and techniques. Boston University is the lone school in Massachusetts to offer the M.S. in Computer Information Systems with Health Informatics concentration. Boston University offers the degree in an on campus format where 40 credits must be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate- $1,832.00 Per Credit Hour

12. M.S. in Bioinformatics Professionals who are looking to learn how to adapt information technology and complex computational approaches to the particular problems of contemporary biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations promise to lead innovation in these industries Brandies University is the lone school in Massachusetts to offer the M.S. in Bioinformatics degree. Brandies University offers the M.S. in Bioinformatics in an online setting where 36 credits are needed to be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate- $1023.33 Per Credit Hour

13. M.S. in Forensic Nursing The Master of Science in Nursing Degree Program is designed for registered nurses who wish to pursue advanced leadership positions in the community and the health care system. The graduate is prepared to contribute to the development of nursing science, to the improvement of health care, and to pursue doctoral study.  Fitchburg State University is the lone school to offer the M.S. in Forensic Nursing Degree in Massachusetts. Fitchburg State University offers the M.S. in Forensic Nursing Degree entirely online where 36 credits are needed to be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate- $1,156.00 Per Credit Hour

14. Masters of Liberal Arts in Biotechnology Biotechnology is the science of the twenty-first century—a journey into undiscovered and constantly evolving territory. The Master of Liberal Arts, Biotechnology degree ensures that your knowledge is as broad as the problems and puzzles you face. Harvard University is the sole school in Massachusetts to offer the Master of Liberal Arts in Biotechnology. Harvard University offers the degree in a hybrid format where classes are taken on campus as well as online. The Master of Liberal Arts in biotechnology degree is a 40 credit program Tuition Rate- $2,000.00 Per Credit Hour

15. M.S. in Applied Nutrition Led by real-world practitioners, including dietitians, an exercise scientist, and a clinical psychologist, this innovative nutrition degree provides you with a solid grounding in nutrition, metabolism, disease prevention, health promotion, and clinical behavior. Complementing the core nutrition courses is the College’s renowned nutrition practicum that allows you to work directly with registered dietitians, fitness specialists, as well as other health professionals. Northeastern University is the sole school to offer the M.S. in Applied Nutrition in Massachusetts. Northeastern University offers the degree in an online format where 45 quarter hour credits are needed to be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate- $589.00 Per Quarter hour

16. M.S. in Regulatory Affairs of Food and Food Industries The Master of Science in the Regulatory Affairs of Food and Food Industries degree is designed to offer a combination of theory and practical training for professionals looking to enter into the field of food regulatory affairs. In this field, rapidly evolving regulations and expansion of international markets create an increasing need for highly trained professionals equipped to serve instrumental roles in the formation of efficient public policies, the implementation of regulatory guidelines, industry’s compliance with regulations, and the regulatory strategies of companies looking to create a sustainable competitive advantage in the food industry. Northeastern University is the sole school to offer the M.S. in Regulatory Affairs of Food and Food Industries in Massachusetts. Northeastern University offers the degree in an online format where 47 quarter hour credits are needed to be completed to receive the degree. Tuition Rate- $589.00 Per Quarter hour

17. M.S. in Innovation for Life Sciences Professionals The WPI Master of Science in Bioscience Administration program is a unique, interdisciplinary degree comprised of science, engineering, regulatory and business courses. Students and employers choose this program because it produces well-rounded employees who gain the skills to make strategic decisions. Our students come from diverse backgrounds such as manufacturing, engineering, finance, marketing, and the lab environment. WPI is the sole school to offer the M.S. in Innovation for Life Sciences Professionals in Massachusetts. WPI offers the degree in an online, on site at corporations, and in a blended format.  30 Credits are needed to be completed to receive the degree Tuition Rate- $1,281.00 Per Credit Hour