Technical Communication – Medical and Health (BS)
Turn your writing and communication skills into a career in health care with the online Bachelor of Science in technical communication with a concentration in medical and health from Arizona State University. You can make an impact by helping diverse audiences understand and act on health information, without wearing scrubs. Upon graduating, you’ll be prepared to translate clinical research, health policies, instructions for medical devices, training materials for doctors and more into clear, user-friendly formats.
Technical communication and medical writing courses
Coursework focuses on technical and applied writing techniques and real-world projects. The curriculum explores health-focused content strategy and digital health communication with an emphasis on clarity and usability. To complete this degree, you’ll develop a professional portfolio and a final document synthesizing your undergraduate experience.
Medical writing and more: The jobs you’ll be ready for
The technical communication skills you build in this program translate directly to the workforce. Whether you pursue roles in hospitals, government agencies, biotechnology firms or nonprofits, you’ll be prepared to make an impact from day one. Health communication career paths include medical writer, patient education coordinator, information design specialist and digital health content creator. Additional examples include but aren’t limited to:
Health Education Specialists
Growth: 7.2%
Salary: $59,990
Writers and Authors
Growth: 3.7%
Salary: $73,150
Information Technology Project Managers
Growth: 9.7%
Salary: $98,740
Technical Writers
Growth: 6.9%
Salary: $79,960
Web Developers
Growth: 17.0%
Salary: $78,580