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Nov 24, 2024
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2008-2009 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Health Care Science, BS
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The Bachelor of Science in Health Care Science prepares the graduate for professional practice in health-related settings. The program includes a foundation in general education as well as a broad understanding of health care delivery systems.
Options within the program to develop advanced specialization in a specific or chosen discipline include forensic science, sports health and wellness promotion, or nutrition. An upper division completion option is available in allied health areas such as radiation technology, paramedicine, dental hygiene or respiratory therapy for students with associate degrees or certificates in these areas.
Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate the knowledge necessary to function in their health science area.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, and implement interventions in their chosen discipline.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to incorporate research and theory in health sciences practice.
- Students will recognize improvements in written and oral communication.
- Students will find their degree program/course of study to be of high quality and useful.
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Forensic Health Science Option
Within the Forensic Health Science option in the Health Care Sciences BS, there are three options: Field Investigations, Forensic Biology, and Forensic Chemistry. Option A—Field Investigations Curriculum (Forensic Science)
General Education Course Requirements
- Humanities Electives (2–see LAS list) (6 credits)
- General Education Electives (6-9 credits)
Health Science Prerequisites
Health Science Core Requirements Core #2
Forensic Health Science Option Requirements
- Forensic Science Electives—see advisor for list (12 credits)
Total Program Credits: 120
Option B—Forensic Biology Curriculum (Forensic Sciences)
General Education Course Requirements
Health Science Prerequisites
Health Science Core Requirements Core #2
Forensic Health Science Option Requirements
Nutrition Option—BS in Health Care Sciences
This program has been granted Developmental Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education. Students may earn the credentials of a Registered Dietitian by completing an accredited academic program, completing an Internship at a CADE approved location after the academic program, and by passing a national exam. Allied Health Completion Option—BS in Health Care Sciences
An upper division completion option is available in allied health areas such as radiation technology, dental hygiene, emergency medical or respiratory therapy. Students must complete a certificate or an associate’s degree in an allied health area from an accredited program other than UCCS for the 31 credit hours to be applied to the degree. Students then complete the health science program listed below in order to be awarded a bachelor’s degree, the BS in Health Care Sciences. Sports Health and Wellness Promotion—BS in Health Care Science
Total Program Credits: 120
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