Bachelor of Science in Health Services graduates are prepared for entry into or advancement in the healthcare field. This degree program is designed to provide educational opportunities for students interested in gaining a knowledge base for positions in healthcare not requiring specialized clinical preparation, or for individuals who have completed a health professions clinical program and wish to increase their knowledge and skills to effectively respond to the rapidly changing needs of the American healthcare delivery system.
The Health Services major has three tracks:
Track A - Degree Completion Option. Students with an active clinical license who desire a baccalaureate degree to complement their clinical profession, for continued employment, or to advance in their field may choose the degree completion option.
Track B - Generalist Option. The generalist option may lead to entry-level employment in the health care area where no licensing or specialty training is required.
Track C - Specialty Option. Students who complete one of several specialty areas will be fully prepared for an entry-level position, promotion or advancement, or to continue coursework at the graduate level in the respective health care field. Specialty programs include:
| Minor | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Hours | Courses | Checksheet |
| Health Promotion & Worksite Wellness | 21 | ||
| Interdisciplinary Gerontology | 18 | ||
| Public Health | 21 | ||
| Undergraduate Certificate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Hours | Courses | Checksheet |
| Activity Professionals Certificate | 10 | ||
| Social Services Designee Certificate | 15 | ||
Core 39
In addition to the departmental degree requirements, undergraduate students must complete the University Core 39. Our core provides the foundation for all baccalaureate degrees at the University of Southern Indiana. A university education prepares individuals to live wisely in a diverse and global community by helping students acquire both discipline-specific competence and broader knowledge and skills that reach across disciplines. View the classes included in Core 39 or talk to your advisor for more information.