Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Bachelor of Science in Health Science

The goal of this program is to prepare students for graduate studies in health sciences, or for health professions where they will be involved in the identification, evaluation, treatment, and prevention of diseases and injuries; educating the public on prevention and self-management for healthy lifestyles; and designing, implementing, and evaluating programs necessary for promoting general wellness.

HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAM ADVISEMENT:

Each Health Science student is assigned an advisor, who should be consulted throughout the student’s enrollment.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students in the health science degree programs will demonstrate the following outcomes:

Behavior change skills and health promotion competencies
The ability to critically analyze information relative to health and disease/injury prevention
The ability to understand and apply scientific principles and methods
Written and verbal capabilities
The ability to work cooperatively in groups
The ability to problem seek and solve.

Concentrations and Requirements

CONCENTRATION IN PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY

The concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy provides students with preparation for competitive entry into off-island programs leading to a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). This option places a strong emphasis on physical and biological sciences, as well as application knowledge. A six-credit internship is required, which consists of 300 hours of service in a selected setting such as a hospital, an extended care facility, or a private clinic in which the student has an opportunity to use skills and knowledge under the supervision of a physical therapist. Students should recognize that this program does not automatically lead to entry into a Physical Therapy program at the doctoral level.

Entry into these programs is competitively based upon experience and grades. The requirements for this concentration are based on the recommendations of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Core Courses:

BI124/124L	Anatomy & Physiology I	4 credits
BI125/125L	Anatomy & Physiology II	4 credits
AL185	Human Nutrition	3 credits
HS200	Health & Wellness	3 credits
HS216	Intro to Public Health	3 credits
HS405/G	Epidemiology	3 credits
HS416	Research in Nursing and Health Sciences	3 credits
HS498	Internship	6 credits
MA161	College Algebra or higher & Trigonometry I	3 credits
MA387	Statistics for Sciences	3 credits
MA387L	Statistics for Sciences Laboratory	1 credits
NU112	Medical Terminology	2 credits
NU344	Aging: Myths & Realities	3 credits

Concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy Requirements:

BI157/157L	Prin. of Biology w/Lab I	4 credits
BI158/158L	Prin. of Biology w/Lab II	4 credits
CH102/102L	Gen Chemistry w/Lab I	4 credits
CH103/103L	Gen Chemistry w/Lab II	4 credits
HS322	Kinesiology	3 credits
HS324	Exercise Physiology	3 credits
HS350	Test & Measurement in Exercise Science	3 credits
HS451	Research & Report Writing	3 credits
MA203	Calculus	5 credits
PH210	Intro to Physics Lab I	1 credit
PH251	University Physics I	4 credits
PH211	Intro to Physics Lab II	1 credit
PH252	University Physics II	4 credits
PY101	General Psychology	3 credits
PY420	Abnormal Psychology	3 credits
	At least 6 credits of HS491 or upper division advisor approved BI/CH/PY/SO	6 credits
	Required GEs:	28 credits
	Core:	41 credits
	Concentration	55 credits
	Grand Total Credits:	124 credits

CONCENTRATION IN EXERCISE SCIENCE AND HEALTH PROMOTION

The professional concentration in Exercise Science and Health Promotion provides preparation for students desiring employment in the growing health promotion field and/or graduate studies in exercise science, health education, and related fields. The curriculum places an emphasis on exercise, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle. Students may use this concentration to prepare for certification as a Certified Personal Trainer or Clinical Exercise Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Students should recognize that this program does not automatically lead to these certifications. Interested students are encouraged to meet with an advisor to discuss eligibility requirements.

This concentration also requires students to take a 300-hour internship in a professional setting such as community health agencies, Guam Memorial Hospital, or various wellness clinics or fitness centers.

Core Courses:

BI124/124L	Anatomy & Physiology I	4 credits
BI125/125L	Anatomy & Physiology II	4 credits
AL185	Human Nutrition	3 credits
HS200	Health & Wellness	3 credits
HS216	Intro to Public Health	3 credits
HS405/G	Epidemiology	3 credits
HS416	Research in Nursing and Health Sciences	3 credits
HS498	Internship	6 credits
MA161a	College Algebra or higher & Trigonometry I	3 credits
MA387	Statistics for Sciences	3 credits
MA387L	Statistics for Sciences Laboratory	1 credits
NU112	Medical Terminology	2 credits
NU344	Aging: Myths & Realities	3 credits

Concentration in Exercise Science and Health Promotion Requirements:

AL330	Nutrition throughout the Lifespan	3 credits
AL335	Nutrition for Health Fitness & Sports	3 credits
ED201	Human Growth and Development	3 credits
HS104	Conditioning & Fitness	1 credit
HS105	Strength Training	1 credit
HS106	Aerobics	1 credit
HS210	Human Biology & Behavior	3 credits
HS322	Kinesiology	3 credits
HS324	Exercise Physiology	3 credits
HS350	Test & Measurement in Exercise Science	3 credits
HS355	Human Sexuality	3 credits
HS451	Research and Report Writing	3 credits
HS491	Special Topics in Health Sciences	6 credits
PA206	Public Health & Disease Mgmt.	3 credits
PY101	General Psychology	3 credits*
	At least 9 credits of advisor approved HS/BI/CH/CF/PE/PH/PY/SO	9 credits
	Required GEs:	32 credits
	Core:	41 credits
	Concentration:	51 credits
	Grand Total:	124 credits

CONCENTRATION IN PUBLIC HEALTH

The professional concentration in Public Health is designed to provide students the opportunity to work as public health professionals, and/or entry into a Master of Public Health degree program. The curriculum offers courses related to the five core areas of public health (epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, health policy management, and social and behavioral sciences). Students specializing in this concentration may select one of four options: Minor in Health Services Administration, Minor in Nutrition, Emphasis in Social and Behavioral Sciences, or Qualification for the Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian (REHS/RS) Exam. Students should recognize that this program does not automatically lead to the REHS/RS certification. Students interested in this certification must meet with an advisor to discuss eligibility requirements.

This concentration also requires students to take a 300-hour internship in a professional setting such as community health agencies, the Department of Public Health and Social Services, the Guam Environmental Protection Agency, or various private groups that participate in services related to public health.

Core Courses:

BI124/124L	Anatomy & Physiology I	4 credits
BI125/125L	Anatomy & Physiology II	4 credits
AL185	Human Nutrition	3 credits
HS200	Health & Wellness	3 credits
HS216	Intro to Public Health	3 credits
HS405/G	Epidemiology	3 credits
HS416	Research in Nursing and Health Sciences	3 credits
HS498	Internship	6 credits
MA161a	College Algebra or higher & Trigonometry I	3 credits
MA387	Statistics for Sciences	3 credits
MA387L	Statistics for Sciences Laboratory	1 credits
NU112	Medical Terminology	2 credits
NU344	Aging: Myths & Realities	3 credits

Concentration in Public Health Requirements:

BI100/100L	Environmental Biology	4 credits
BI225/225L	Basic Microbiology w/ Lab	4 credits
AL389	Extension Programs& Planning	3 credits
CH100/L	Intro to Inorganic OR higher Chemistry	4 credits
CH101/L	Intro to Organic OR higher Chemistry	4 credits
HS210	Human Biology & Behavior	3 credits
HS355	Human Sexuality	3 credits
HS451	Research & Report Writing	3 credits
HS491	Current Topics in Health Sciences	6 credits
PA206	Public Health & Disease Management	3 credits
SO101	Introduction to Sociology	3 credits

Plus, any one of the four options.
All students must meet with an advisor to discuss the appropriate courses for each option.

Option 1:	Minor in Health Services Admin	15 credits
Option 2:	Minor in Nutrition	16 credits
Option 3:	Social/Behavioral Emphasis	15 credits minimum
Option 4:	Environmental Health Emphasis	15 credits minimum