Health Sciences, CAS (1308)

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CIP: 510000

Program Description

The Health Sciences, CAS program offers students an interdisciplinary approach to study health sciences. The program curriculum integrates core courses, with a focus on health, that align with pre-major tracks to degree completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

Formulate effective communication of health-related concepts and information in a professional manner
Apply problem-solving skills by examining challenges in a diverse healthcare environment
Demonstrate an understanding of ethical principles and standards relevant to the healthcare environment

Program Requirements

PROGRAM NOTES:

Certificate-level programs require a minimum of 30 hours of credit. It is the responsibility of the student to select an appropriate combination of restricted electives to meet the minimum credit hour requirement.

First Semester

ALHL - 102 Introduction to Health Care 3
OR DENT - 100 Introduction to Dental Hygiene 1
OR DMSU - 100 Introduction to Sonography 2
OR NURS - 107 Introduction to Nursing as A Career 2
ALHL - 105 Medical Terminology 2
BIOL - 201 ^ Human Anatomy and Physiology I 4 (ILO 2)
ENGL - 101 ^ English Composition I 3 (ILO 1)
MATH (any 100-level or higher) 3
*Restricted Elective

Semester Total: 14-16

Second Semester

ALHL - 110 Pharmacology 3
BIOL - 202 ^ Human Anatomy and Physiology II 4 (ILO 2)
PSYC - 101 ~ General Psychology 3 (ILO 3)
OR PSYC - 201 ~ Life Span Development 3 (ILO 3)
*Restricted Elective
**Restricted Elective