Health Sciences (C)

Program Coordinator:     Kathy Mitchell, PhD, MSN, RN; NEB 938, Ext. 2439
Length:                                Two semesters (one year)

Purpose: The growth and development of health professions as well as the changes in health care, requires the health care provider be multi-skilled and well prepared. This program is designed for those individuals interested in entering the health professions. The program will enable students interested in health care professions to acquire an academic foundation to continue their education in one of the health programs. Students should consult an academic advisor for any course substitutions to this curriculum.

Occupational Objective: Preparation for entry into the health professions.

Admission Requirements: The applicant must meet the general requirements for admission to the College including any developmental coursework.

Total Minimum Credits for Certificate..................................................30

1. Humanities electives include: ART 201, 202; foreign languages; MUS 121, 122; PHI 101; REL 200, 210, 230; CST 130, 151, 152; and English literature.

Additional Information

1. Number of students completing program between July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012
2. Total tuition and fees are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
3. Total books and supplies are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
4. All students who completed between July 1, 2011 and June 30,2012 are included in this calculation. This job placement rate looks only at jobs that were in the field of study. This rate is based on program completers who were employed within 180 days of completion. Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) data were used to identify employed students. VEC data does not include federal employment, military employment or employers from other states.