Health Science - Degree Completion
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 University has established the BA in Health Science, beginning in the fall semester of 2008. The BA in Health Science is designed to meet the needs of those students already credentialed health professionals who are seeking to complete at Bachelor's degree. 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 general elective credits, which a student can use to add a second major, or a minor, to further one's background in the sciences or liberal arts.
This program is for individuals who 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]
- Surgical Technologist [from NBSTSA]
- Dietetic Technician [from ACEND]
- Occupational Therapy Assistant [from OCATE], Physical Therapy Assistant [from NPTE], Dental Hygiene [from ADA] and Histotechnician [from ASCP]
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer Cardiovascular Credentialing International [CCI]
- Medical Assistant (from AAMA)
To successfully complete the Health Science Degree Completion major, the following coursework is required:
- 18 credits of Health Science Requirements
- 30 credits of CORE Curriculum courses
- 15 credits for active Certification in one of the Health Science Areas
- 45 credits for science courses leading to certification- Associates Degree or Hospital Program
- General Elective credits are dependent on transfer credits
A minimum of 120 credits are required for degree, the last 30 of which must be earned at La Roche University.
Summary of Requirements
Health Science Component: Select 18 credits
HSCU3015BIOLOGY OF AGING
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course explores the anatomical and physiological changes associated with human aging. What is aging, lifespan, theories of aging, and evolution and aging will also be discussed.
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1023 & BIOL1023L
HSCU3021HUMAN PATHOPHYSIOLOGY I
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
The course will examine the causes, evolution, morphological changes, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of diseases. Representative disorders of the integument, musculosketetal, nervous, and endocrine systems will be studied.
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1024 & BIOL1024L
HSCU3025EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY AND SPORTS NUTRITION (EXSP3025)
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles Sports Nutrition and Exercise Physiology with an emphasis on wellness promotion throughout life.
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1024 & BIOL1024L
HSCU3031PUBLIC HEALTH
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course focuses on public health practices, as well as the United States' health system evolution, emergency preparedness, careers in the field, and various factors affecting our population's overall health.
HSCU3033TOXICOLOGY
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course focuses on the study of numerous toxicants and how they affect all levels of biology and the human body. Various research studies will be introduced, as well as public policy perspective.
HSCU3041HUMAN PATHOPHYSIOLOGY II
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course is a continuation of the study of human pathophysiology. It will examine the causes, evolution, morphological changes, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of representative diseases of the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, digestive, and reproductive systems.
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1024 & BIOL1024L & HSCU3021
HSCU3045PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH SCIENCE
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course is designed to introduce the student to the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of drug therapy with emphasis on the actions, interactions, adverse effects and care implications of each classification of drugs used to treat clients and patients with diseases of body systems. The organization of the central nervous system and autonomic nervous system will be described. Drug metabolism and elimination will also be discussed. Related topics includes lifespan considerations, economics, legal and ethical aspects of drub administration and client/patient education.
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1015 & BIOL1023 & BIOL1024 & CHEM1007 & CHEM1017
HSCU3050HEALTH ASSESSMENT IN HEALTH SCIENCES
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course focuses on health assessment, health promotion, and disease prevention for major health concerns of individuals throughout the life span. Emphasis will be on developing the student's ability to create an in-depth health history and health risk profile, and to perform physical assessment of clients of varying ages. Evidence-based screening tests for early detection of disease, immunizations and prophylaxis to prevent disease and counseling to modify risk factors that lead to disease will be explored.
HSCU3055EPIDEMIOLOGY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course focuses on the study of infectious disease, environmental, molecular, and behavioral epidemiology. It will examine both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the discipline.
PREREQUISITES:
BIOL1001, BIOL1003, BIOL1015
HSCU3060ENDOCRINOLOGY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course provides a broad overview of the human endocrine system, which will allow students to integrate and better understand the functions of the other systems of the body. Topics include the synthesis of hormones, storage and secretion, mechanisms of action and regulation, and methods used in endocrinology.
HSCU3XXX
Credits (Min/Max): /
PHIL3027BIOMEDICAL ETHICS
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
The course addresses significant ethical issues and controversies that occur in the health professions. Students are not encouraged to adopt any particular ethical position or view but rather gain an ability to review and analyze the reasons that support various norms and opinions in this field.
PSYC2015HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course explores psychological contributions to physical health and illness enhancement of physical health and the understanding and control of psychological processes that undermine health are addressed from theoretical and applied perspectives. Topics include the psychology of stress, pain, illness and treatment, and addictive lifestyle behaviors such as drinking and smoking.
PREREQUISITES:
PSYC1021 or PSYC1021H
PSYC3035BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Credits (Min/Max): 3/3
This course explores physiological bases of human psychological experiences. The nervous and endocrine systems are examined in relationship to emotions, stress, psychological disorders, and other processes.
PREREQUISITES:
PSYC1021 or PSYC1021H