B.S in Health Science
Program Facts
College: Division of Health Sciences
Major: Health Science
Degree Level: Bachelor's
- On-Campus
Credit Hours: 120
Duration: 4 Years
Tuition & Fees
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Overview
This Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree is designed to prepare graduates to advance health utilizing the guiding principles of the Quintuple Aim for Healthcare Improvement. Individuals who graduate with this degree have the skills and knowledge to lead, and advance in health professions.
The Health and Wellness Solutions Concentration includes preparation for entry into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, graduate-level Health Science degrees as well as post-graduate employment options that include but are not limited to Health & Wellness Coordinator, Community Health Worker, and Health Education Specialists.
Program Benefits
- Career Opportunities: A bachelor's degree in Health Science from Tarleton State University opens the door to a wide range of career paths, including healthcare administration, health education, wellness management, and more. Graduates can explore various specializations and find roles that align with their interests and skills.
- Foundational Knowledge: The Health Science curriculum at Tarleton State University equips students with the knowledge and critical-thinking skills necessary for success in the healthcare field.
- Preparation for Advanced Study: A bachelor's degree in Health Science from Tarleton State University lays the groundwork for advanced study and specialization.
- Improved Employability: The healthcare industry is rapidly growing, and a bachelor's degree in Health Science from Tarleton State University can make graduates more competitive in the job market.
Courses
- Exploring Careers and Pathways in Health Science
- Introductory Sociology
- Nutrition and Diet Therapy
- Concepts of Physical Fitness
- Medical and Health Care Policy
- Medical Terminology
- Life Cycle Nutrition
- Medical Ethics
- Introduction to Health Management and Policy
Offered Concentrations
- Health & Wellness Solutions
- Health Studies
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate effective professional written and oral communication skills within the health professions.
- Interpret and apply ethical principles and values in the practice of healthcare.
- Apply critical and scientific inquiry to identify and evaluate valid and reliable evidence in health science.
- Apply principles of health promotion and awareness to strive for healthcare advancement.
Career Outcomes
- Health & Wellness Coordinator
- Community Health Worker
- Health Education Specialist
- The degree is also an entry point degree option for our learners entering the Health Sciences who have aspirations to enter into an undergraduate degree path that has a secondary application procedure and selective admissions process, including
- Nursing
- The Health Studies Concentration includes preparation for entry into graduate-level professional degrees specifically
- Physician Assistant Medicine