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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
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General Education Requirements
31
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Major Required
51
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Final Program Requirement
3
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Elective Requirements
35
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Total Semester Hours
120
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Degree Program Requirements
General Education (31 semester hours)
| Arts & Humanities (6 semester hours) 1 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Civics, Political & Social Sciences (6 semester hours) 2 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Communication: Writing, Oral, and Multimedia (9 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| History (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Mathematics and Applied Reasoning (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Natural Sciences (4 semester hours) |
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Total Semester Hours
31
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Major Required (51 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
51
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Final Program Requirement (3 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
3
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Elective Requirements (35 semester hours)
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Select any courses that have not been used to fulfill requirements listed above. Credits applied toward a minor or certificate in an unrelated field may be used to fulfill elective credit for the major.
35
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Total Semester Hours
35
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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Prerequisite: Senior Standing and completion of all major courses prior to enrollment.