2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Sciences

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Health Sciences is for students interested in entering or currently working in the rapidly growing healthcare industry. The degree is ideal for those who have completed military training in the medical and health sciences and are seeking to advance their knowledge in the field.

Through an interdisciplinary approach, the BAS in Health Sciences is designed to meet the transforming practices within health sciences. You will study a core curriculum in natural sciences, sports and health sciences, public health, information systems management, health information management, and healthcare administration. Best of all, if you already earned the AAS Health Sciences degree, you'll find a seamless, quick transfer to this online bachelor's program.

Degree Program Objectives

In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:

  • Analyze healthcare policy issues from an economic and financial perspective.
  • Create a plan for efficient healthcare system management.
  • Evaluate and develop solutions and strategies for complex problems within the healthcare industry.
  • Apply ethical standards for decision-making in healthcare organizations.
  • Assess technologies and healthcare informatics for implementation in healthcare organizations.

Degree at a Glance

Degree Program Requirements

General Education (31 semester hours)

Major Required (51 semester hours)

Final Program Requirement (3 semester hours)

Elective Requirements (35 semester hours)

  1. All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.

  2. All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.

  3. Prerequisite: Senior Standing and completion of all major courses prior to enrollment.

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