Skip to main content

FAQ

What is allied health?

Answer

Allied health is comprised of healthcare professions distinct from nursing and medicine, often in non-patient facing positions.

Allied health professionals are responsible for delivering health services related to:

  • Managing healthcare systems
  • Nutrition, fitness and dietary services
  • Identifying, analyzing and preventing diseases and disorders
  • Health promotion, rehabilitation or administration

Dental assistants, dental hygienists, medical assistants, medical billers and coders, occupational therapists, physical therapists, radiologic technologists and cardiovascular technologists can all be considered allied health professionals (among many others).

Allied health is a great career path for those looking to quickly start making a difference in healthcare.

Learn about allied health career options

CTA Bg
Request Information
Ready to get started?

Contact us to request more information

Opt-In to Receive SMS Messages

By selecting this button you agree to receive updates and alerts from Herzing University. Text HELP to 85109 for help, Text STOP to 85109 to end. Msg & Data Rates May Apply. By opting in, I authorize Herzing University to deliver SMS messages and I understand that I am not required to opt in as a condition of enrollment. By leaving this box unchecked you will not be opted in for SMS messages. Click to read Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.