Sep 16, 2024  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Applied Health Science Certificate


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The Applied Health Science Certificate provides students with foundational knowledge in health sciences to prepare for entry-level positions or further study in nursing and allied health science fields. Students complete a curriculum focused on understanding the structure and function of the human body along with foundational concepts including chemistry, microbiology, and statistics.

Upon completion, students will have developed core knowledge in health sciences to continue studies in fields such as nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical laboratory science, and more. The Applied Health Science Certificate is a valuable stepping stone to begin a health science career.

Certificate Requirements


Minimum of 16 hours (most will be more).

Admission


Admission Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited secondary school or its equivalent (GED)

Transfer Limitation

  • Incoming students may only transfer 6 credit hours from other institutions

Outcomes


Upon completing this program, students will be able to:

  • Integrate knowledge of the hierarchical structures and physiological functions of major human body systems.
  • Incorporate an understanding of basic chemistry principles related to health sciences.
  • Synthesize knowledge of how different microorganisms contribute to human health and disease.

Assessment


Student learning in the Applied Health Science Certificate program is assessed through signature assignments in each course designed to measure achievement of the program’s learning outcomes. The signature assessments collect and analyze data to identify trends and inform continuous improvement efforts for the Applied Health Science curriculum.

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