Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies
Saint Francis University
Key Information
Campus location
Loretto, USA
Languages
English
Study format
Distance learning
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Earliest start date
Aug 2024
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Introduction
Earn a Transfer-Friendly Online Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies Degree from Saint Francis University
The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies is an online degree completion program designed to provide an accelerated degree pathway for students interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree in health and science.
- Incorporates a solid health and science core with a general education curriculum
- Transfer-friendly option
- 100% online degree completion program
The SFU Learning Experience
The Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies program at SFU qualifies as a degree completer for students seeking an accelerated pathway in obtaining an undergraduate degree in health and science.
Through this program, students will have the opportunity to:
- maximize their prior college-level course work or associate’s degree in science or health care or a related field;
- transfer any military credits in the pursuit of a bachelor’s degree.
Completion of this program will prepare students to pursue a graduate professional healthcare degree, enter the workforce, or advance in their careers.
Curriculum
This program incorporates a solid health and science core with a general education curriculum reflecting the goals of Franciscan Higher Education.
Courses Required for the Major: (40 credits)
- BIOL 111 - Introduction to Biology: Molecules, Cells, and Animal Physiology
- BIOL 205 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIOL 206 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- MATH 110 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics Or higher
- PA 200 - Medical Terminology
- PHIL 312 - Health Care Ethics
- PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology
- PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health
- PUBH 110 - Concepts of Health and Disease
- PUBH 202 - Introduction to Epidemiology
- PUBH 401 - Global Health
- SPCH 103 - Speech Fundamentals and Public Speaking
- STAT 205 - Essentials of Statistics
Collateral Requirements: (24 credits)
24 credits consisting of any course required for the Pre-PA concentration, PSYC 310, or any course offered through the School of Health Sciences and Education.
Courses Required for the Concentration: (22 credits)
Interdisciplinary Health Care Studies, B.S., Pre-Physician Assistant Concentration
Program Outcome
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will appreciate the value of an interdisciplinary approach to health care.
- Students will think critically as they address health-related issues.
- Students will communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.
- Students will employ moral and ethical decision-making as health professionals.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate with an Interdisciplinary Healthcare Studies degree, you can work in such fields as:
- Clinical Occupations
- Social and Human Services
- Wellness
- Education
- Health Promotion and Management
- Pharmaceutical/ Medical Sales
English Language Requirements
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