The many facets of health care...
The Bachelor of Science in health science degree is an interdisciplinary program that provides an opportunity for health care professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills, improving the possibility for career mobility.
This degree program is available online or onsite and is designed for those individuals who have earned an associate degree or are completing their professional coursework in a clinically-based health care discipline and want to expand their education.
Because a strong background in liberal arts is an integral part of preparation for advanced careers, the curriculum is flexible and broad-based, with electives in:
- psychology
- sociology
- aging
- management
- communication
- advanced imagining (offered to those who meet the pre-requisites)
- respiratory care (offered to those who meet the pre-requisites)
In addition to promoting the "team concept" in health care, the curriculum prepares graduates for a variety of positions at health-related organizations, including:
- administration
- management
- advanced clinical practice
The upper divison courses blend technical and humanistic theories to provide graduates with a foundation for advanced positions in the respective discipline.
Through enhanced knowledge and skills, graduates will be able to lead and influence colleagues and co-workers in the advancement of their professions.
For more information about the Bachelor of Science in health science program at NKU, please contact:
Andrea J. Cornuelle, M.S., R.T. (R)
Health Science Program Director
Mailing Address:
Northern Kentucky University
College of Health Professions
Health Science Program
227 Albright Health Center
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Phone: (859)572-5476
Email: healthscience@nku.edu