The Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree completion
program is designed to prepare graduates to take their place in
the workforce as middle managers in a variety of healthcare
settings. The Health Science Leadership and Administration
concentration uses courses from Business, Communication Studies,
Political Science, and Psychology to provide a comprehensive
program. The concentration is also unique in that it is an
upper-division major designed to articulate well with a wide
variety of allied health associate degree programs. This degree
completion program will be of high interest to the many allied
health professionals who seek professional advancement or
certification. In order to better assist you, please take a
moment to tell us a little about yourself. Use our pre-admission
checklist form to help us determine your initial eligibility
for the program: Pre-Admission Checklist
Should you need an alternate version of this form, please
call Extended Education at (209) 667-3111.
The goals of the Health Science program are to prepare students
who will:
- Work effectively within health care systems and/or
organizations
- Employ evidence-based practice
- Apply quality
improvement
- Implement and evaluate programs relating to health in a
multicultural society
- Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and
professionalism
The Health Science major with a concentration in Health
Leadership and Administration provides students with a
broad-based curriculum to pursue a career in health leadership
and administration within a variety of careers in health-related
fields. The Health Science degree will prepare students with a
comprehensive understanding of community health, health program
planning, health science research, health care systems, and
health issues in a multicultural society. Students who earn
a B.S. in Health Science with a concentration in Health
Leadership and Administration will have completed a program of
study that combines rigorous academic preparation and
opportunities for creative activities while fostering sensitivity
for diverse populations. This program is also designed to
articulate with community college programs in allied health to
provide students the opportunity to complete a baccalaureate
degree related to their select field. The Health Science degree
provides appropriate undergraduate education to pursue graduate
work in public health, social work, and health services
administration or enter the private/community/public health
workforce.