From major hospitals and labs to one of the largest global medical device manufacturers in the world, Volusia County is home to several elite industry leaders in life sciences. Our employers enjoy a strong transportation network, convenient access to larger neighboring markets and very competitive wage rates. Training resources are abundant as our multiple colleges and universities frequently develop customized training programs in partnership with local businesses to fulfill their workforce needs.
Bethune–Cookman University's School of Nursing houses the Odessa Chambliss Center for Health Equity which serves as a hub for health literacy and community outreach for the faculty, staff and students as well as the surrounding community.
94% Nclex Board Pass Rate
100% Job Placement Rate
The Nursing Program at Daytona State College has been producing first-rate Nurses for the past 25 years. They prepare students for their future careers as Nurses by providing hands-on training that replicates the real-world environment and offers externships at local operating medical facilities.
Florida State University partners with health institutions in Volusia County
Bert Fish Medical Center
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Florida Health Care Plans
Halifax Health
Florida Hospital DeLand
Stewart-Marchman-ACT Behavioral Health
Surgery Center of Volusia
Twin Lakes Medical Center
Volusia Medical Society
Volusia County Health Department
FSU College of Medicine – Daytona Beach Regional Medical School Campus
Keiser University has been providing a pathway for students to experience hands-on learning and preparing them to serve in the Healthcare Industry since 1977. The College of Nursing offers associates, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral nursing degrees.
Palmer College of Chiropractic is known as a trusted leader in chiropractic education, providing the best education and student experience. Students receive a blend of theory and hands on training in the classroom and at the Palmer Clinics, which serves about 170,00 patients every year. Palmer offers 3 campuses to choose from – San Joe, California, Davenport, Iowa, and right here in Volusia County Port Orange, Florida.
First and largest Chiropractic School in the world
Annual enrollment of nearly 2,200 students
Largest and most funded chiropractic research program in the U.S.
Over 1/3 of Practicing Chiropractors graduated from Palmer College
Stetson University and Advent Health University are partners in programs that offer qualified students admission to their programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing and nuclear medicine technology. Their Health Sciences Program includes Pre-Health, Biology and Health Administration.
AdventHealth operates several hospitals and urgent care facilities throughout the region while partnering with local Universities to educate Medical Science students.
Florida Health Care Plans, headquartered in Volusia County, is a health insurance and health care provider. Providing care facilities throughout the region, offering physician offices, lab, pharmacy, and radiology services.
Halifax Health provides a variety of healthcare services throughout Volusia County. Our healthcare facilities include hospitals, clinics, emergency departments, and urgent care centers serving patients across the county.
Medical Center of Daytona Beach
Medical Center of Port Orange
UF Health - Medical Center of Deltona
Halifax Health is rated one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals in the U.S. by IBM Watson Health (2021)
Behavorial healthcare services
2 Largest Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry In Nation Including: B. Braun
$1.3 Billion Invested In Bioscience R&D By Florida Universities Annually
B Braun Medical Inc., the 10th largest global medical device manufacturer in the world, established their first Florida location in Daytona Beach with a $100m investment into a manufacturing facility in 2016. Following this announcement, the company reinvested within the community and is currently constructing a new $30m, 400,000sf distribution center to complement the manufacturing operation in 2019.
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