Triage and trauma often refer to the assessment of shock and injury in an emergency. Students can learn how to identify high-risk patients who have a traumatic brain injury, neurogenic or cardiogenic shock. Through classroom study and on-hands training, students may learn how to evaluate and treat acute issues.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.