Explore health careers at PreView FSW
The School of Allied Health offers a wide range of programs that prepare students for essential careers in health and emergency services
Every day, health care professionals change lives. They bring comfort, provide care and make a difference in their communities. At Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW), we are proud to prepare those who answer that call.
This fall, FSW is combining its annual Preview FSW open house with the free, family-friendly Boo-ccaneer Bash. Trick-or-treat, grab some food and enjoy an evening of fun while exploring everything FSW has to offer. Preview FSW invites prospective students, their families and community members to learn about FSW’s programs in a fun, interactive way. Take a tour of the allied health labs, meet our dedicated faculty and staff and discover what makes FSW a place where futures in health care begin. Whether you’re just beginning your educational journey or returning to college to advance your career, Preview FSW offers a welcoming space to explore your options and connect with those who will help guide your path.
Step inside the School of Allied Health and experience what it means to learn in a real-world environment. Watch live demonstrations and explore interactive labs featuring state-of-the-art technology, including our advanced radiologic technology lab. Take a tour of the dental hygiene lab, where students have provided care to hundreds of patients from the community. See the equipment you will use, meet the faculty who teach and mentor our students and learn how these dedicated educators are shaping the future of health care in Southwest Florida.
The School of Allied Health offers a wide range of programs that prepare students for essential careers in health and emergency services. Students can pursue degrees in cardiovascular technology, cardiopulmonary sciences, dental hygiene, emergency medical services, fire science technology, health information technology, physical therapist assistant, radiologic technology, respiratory care and social and human services. FSW also offers certificate programs in emergency medical technician (EMT), paramedic, medical information coder/biller and more. Each program combines classroom learning with real-world clinical and field experiences, giving students the confidence and skills to provide high-quality care in hospitals, clinics and emergency settings.
Our graduates stand out across the region. Allied Health students consistently achieve strong licensure, certification and job placement rates. Many go on to serve in local hospitals, clinics and emergency response teams, helping meet the growing health care needs of Southwest Florida. These accomplishments reflect the excellence of our programs, the dedication of our students and the mentorship of our outstanding faculty.
If you have ever imagined a career where your work truly matters, join us at Preview FSW and the Boo-ccaneer Bash. Tour our facilities, meet our faculty and learn about the programs and opportunities available to you. Stop by our Lee Campus on Thursday, Oct. 23, our Charlotte Campus on Friday, Oct. 24, or our Collier Campus or Hendry/Glades Curtis Center on Tuesday, Oct. 28, between 5-7:30 p.m. and discover how FSW’s supportive community and advanced technology prepare students to deliver excellent care and build stronger, healthier communities — one student and one patient at a time.
Dr. Mary Catherine Faust is the dean of FSW’s School of Allied Health.
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