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A major in Health Science in meant to provide a bridge between study in the natural sciences and the application of science principles to diverse health-related professions. Full-time faculty members in the Department of Health Science are also professors in the Departments of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
As part of its continuing growth in health science education, La Roche College has established the B.A. in Health Science, beginning in the fall semester of 2008. The B.A. in Health Science is designed to meet the needs of two groups of students: 1)undergraduates preparing for post-baccalaureate study in a health profession; and 2)those already credentialed health professionals who are seeking to complete a Bachelor's degree. For both categories of students, the major in health science combines study in natural and health sciences with liberal arts study through the Core Curriculum. The health science major also offers substantial general elective credits, which a student can use to add a second major or a minor, or to further one's background in the sciences or liberal arts.

Option 2 is for individuals who possess an Associate of Science degree, and maintain active certification in one of the following health professions:

• Radiography[R.T.(R)from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists]
• Nuclear Medicine Technology [R.T.(N) from the A.R.R.T.]
• Radiation Therapy[R.T.(T) from the A.R.R.T.]
• Sonography {R.D.M.S. from the American Registry in Diagnostic Medical Sonography]
• Respiratory Therapy [C.R.T. from the National Board for Respiratory Care]
• Medical Laboratory Technician [M.L.T. from the American Society for Clinical Pathology]