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Health Science
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science is an accredited online degree program, training students for exciting careers in healthcare, community organizing, and education. The program takes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing knowledge from many areas of study including public health, healthcare, bioethics, and mental health. Students will learn about disease prevention, community health, nutrition, and how different healthcare systems operate.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science emphasizes the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to function in today’s complex and evolving health care environment. Through a balance of theory and practice, the Bachelor of Science in Health Science introduces students to the interdisciplinary expertise needed to support individual well-being and contribute to the prevention of disease and the improvement of societal health. The program provides an understanding of community and public health theories and models and their application to real-world situations.
Each student will be connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who will remain with them until graduation. The student's personal Program Advisor acts as his/her support system throughout their studies. The personal Program Advisor will be happy to answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student's studies.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science emphasizes the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to function in today’s complex and evolving health care environment. Through a balance of theory and practice, the Bachelor of Science in Health Science introduces students to the interdisciplinary expertise needed to support individual well-being and contribute to the prevention of disease and the improvement of societal health. The program provides an understanding of community and public health theories and models and their application to real-world situations.
Each student will be connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who will remain with them until graduation. The student's personal Program Advisor acts as his/her support system throughout their studies. The personal Program Advisor will be happy to answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student's studies.