Health Science
Bachelor of Science
Community Health Option
Dignostice Imaging Option - BSHS Degree Track (Single Field Major)
Health Care Management Option
Prosthetics Option (Single Field Major)
Physician Assistant Option -
Radiologic Technology Option (Single Field Major)
Minor
Master of Science
Physician Assistant Residency Option
Professional Studies Option
Faculty
Gus McCarthy, Chair, Division of Health Sciences
WH A-330E (310) 243-2217
Ellen Hope-Kearns, Coordinator, Professional Studies Option
WH A-330H, (310) 243-3364
Scott Hornbeak, Coordinator, Prosthetics Option
WH A-385C, (310) 243-2700
Pamela Krochalk, Coordinator, Community Health Option
WH A-330B, (310) 243-2690
Fung Sun, Coordinator, Health Care Management Option
WH A-320E, (310) 243-3364
Erna Wells, Coordinator, Radiologic Technology Option
WH A-330J, (310) 243-3364
Paula D'Amorie, Margaret Parker, Vanessa Parker-Crockett, Sharon Raphael, Timothy Staats, Abel Arvizu Whittemore
Program Office: WH A-330, (310) 243-3748
WH A-300, (310) 243-2120 or (800) 344-5484
Emeriti Faculty
Chi-Hua Hsiung, Amer El-Ahraf
Program Description
Health Science offers a variety of programs including a major with different options leading to the Bachelor of Science in Health Science, a minor and a subject matter preparation program that partially fulfills the requirements for a Single Subject Teaching Credential in Health Science.
The Community Health Option is designed to provide students with the necessary interpersonal skills and perspectives to function as effective community health workers in an urban population that is diverse ethnically, economically and demographically.
A student in this option will acquire oral and written communication skills needed to develop health education materials and gain a basic understanding of public health problems and methods commonly used in studying these problems. Registered Nurses and allied health care workers will be able to serve their patients more effectively by becoming knowledgeable about community health service agencies and public health policy at all levels of government.
Students majoring in this option also must complete the requirements for a minor.
The Health Care Management Option is designed to provide students with a general foundation in the principles and theories of management, the skills needed by frontline or middle level supervisors in a health care unit, an understanding of the organizational structure of the health care system, the financing of health care services in the United States, and knowledge of current health policies at local, state and federal levels.
Students majoring in this option must complete requirements for a minor.
The Prosthetics Option
educates students to evaluate patients who are in need of artificial limbs
(prostheses) or mechanical body supports (orthoses). Formal instruction in
prosthetics will education students how to design appropriate prosthetic
devices; to fit and fabricate the devices; and to provide follow-up care. This practitioner level program is clinically
affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in
Undergraduate
students who plan to become prosthetists should
choose this Option. A student must have
completed all of the required prerequisite courses before qualifying for
admission to the Option; normally completing 56-70 lower division transferable
units before admission. The Option is a
Single Field Major - no minor required.
Actual volunteer or working experience an orthotics
and prosthetics facility is an additional selection criteria. After successful application and admission to
the Prosthetics Option, the student spends their first three semesters
completing lower division requirements and Health Science division core
requirements. These courses include two
new courses, HEA 205, "Introduction to Orthotics
and Prosthetics," and HEA 231, "Clinical Protocol in Orthotics and Prosthetics." During this period, the student will undergo
additional evaluation for technical aptitude, and may be required to obtain
more volunteer time in local facilities in order to prepare for the clinical
courses. The clinical portion of the
program is twenty-four weeks in length, and will begin in August and January of
every year. The student accepted into
the Prosthetics Option will take 31 units of upper division coursework, which
includes a five week clinical rotation (Preceptorship)
at the close of the formal courses.
Completion of the Prosthetics Option satisfies the total course
requirements for the Bachelor's Degree in Health Science and also satisfies the
educational requirements necessary to enter an accredited prosthetics
residency. The Health Science Degree,
Prosthetics Option and the post graduate residency are accredited by the
National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic
Education (NCOPE). Upon completion of
the residency program, the student is eligible to take the prosthetics
certification examination given by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics.
After the student has completed the BS Degree in Health Science, Prosthetics Option, they also have the opportunity to pursue Orthotic course work in an additional Orthotics Certification Program offered in the Division of Extended and International Education. A separate application and supporting documents will be required for admission into this program after completion of the degree program. A number of qualified students who have already completed a Bachelor's Degree will also be attending the orthotic clinical classes, paying the same fees to Extended Education. These other students are known as Orthotic Certificate students; they receive a Certificate of Completion upon graduation from the orthotics program.
The Physician Assistant Option
- An affiliation with Western University of Health Sciences' Primary
Care Physician Assistant program is in place.
The Physician Assistant Option
- California Licensed Track is
a degree completion program for physician assistants. It is designed to provide the benefit of a
broader understanding of the health care system, enabling graduates to provide
direct patient service, in association with a physician, in a more
knowledgeable manner.
This track is for
The Radiologic Technology Option is designed to accommodate the entering undergraduate or transfer student with an associate degree (AA or AS). The program is offered in cooperation with the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology, which is currently accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education for Radiologic Technologists and approved by the State of California Department of Education for Radiologic Technology training. Upon completion of the program, students will be qualified to sit for the certification examinations given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the Certification Board of the California Department of Health Services. Diagnostic Imaging - BSHS Degree Track applicants must be currently certified as radiologic technologists in California (C.R.T.) to be admitted to the degree completion track for radiologic technologists.
Features
The Health Care Management and Community Health Options are designed for currently practicing or potential health care personnel. About half of the students are practicing registered nurses, respiratory therapists, and other health professionals. Students may apply to one of the clinically related options: the Physician Assistant Option; the Orthotics and Prosthetics Option; the Radiologic Technology Option. Since nearly all of the students work during the day, most Health Science courses are offered in the late afternoon, evening or weekend and many meet only once a week. To keep the Health Science programs contemporary, many of the Health Science courses are taught by practicing professionals.
Academic Advisement
All students are urged to consult with advisors throughout their matriculation at CSU Dominguez Hills. At the very least, advisors should be consulted for the following:
o Admission
o Career plans and choices
o Selection of options
o Variation in programs and/or “course substitution”
o Pre-registration advisement
o Filing for graduation
Advisement is available through the
Preparation
Students interested in Health Care Management or Community
Health may complete their lower division general education, preferably with an
associate of science degree, before coming to
CSU Dominguez Hills. Those students who are interested in the clinically
related options should have a strong science background in high school and
should have completed most of the lower division prerequisite courses for the
option before entering the Health Science program. For clinical options, some
direct care experience is recommended.
Credit for Prior
Health Education
If students have completed a clinical program for
which they did not receive academic credit, they may be granted credit for that
education. Please consult the Health
Science Office for details.
The credits obtained for a clinical program may be applied as lower division
elective credits toward the Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Science only.
Procedures and
Admission Criteria
Only a limited number of students can be accommodated in the clinical options. In addition to filing a completed application to the university, students must also complete the desired option application form to be considered for admission. Admission to these clinical options is not automatically ensured by meeting academic requirements, nor does admission to CSU Dominguez Hills as a Health Science Major guarantee acceptance into individual programs.
Graduation with
Honors in the Major
An undergraduate student may be a candidate for graduation with honors in Health Science provided s/he meet the following criteria:
1. A minimum of 36 units in residence at CSU Dominguez Hills;
2. A minimum grade point average of at least 3.5 in courses used to satisfy the upper division requirements in the major;
3. Recommendation by the Health Science faculty.
Students who achieve honors in Health Science will have the information recorded on their transcripts and diplomas.
Prosthetics Option
Due to the limited laboratory space, only 16 students can be accommodated in the Prosthetics Option. Admission to the option, therefore, is not automatically ensured by meeting the University admission requirements, nor does admission to CSU Dominguez Hills as a Health Science Major guarantee acceptance to the program. The admission criteria and application procedures for the option are discussed below.
To be eligible for consideration as a candidate in this option, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:
A. Completion of all lower division required courses with a grade of “C” or better (as listed in the program description section) and the completion of two years lower division course work.
B. Facility with hand tools and light duty power equipment.
C. Successful completion of all Orthotic and Prosthetic option prerequisite courses as listed in the Major Requirements for the B.S. in Health Science, Orthotics and Prosthetics option with a grade of "C" or better.
D. A program application and subsequent interview by a panel consisting of orthotics and prosthetics faulty. Send completed O & P applications to:
O & P Program
(310) 243-2120 or (800) 344-5484
Completed applications to the University should be sent to:
Please note: Deadlines are subject to change without
notification. Check with the Health Science
Office for the deadlines of the current application cycle.
Physician Assistant
Option -
This track is for
The Physician Assistant Option - California Licensed Track has the following admission requirements:
1. Applicants must hold a
current
2. Applicants must meet all the requirements for admission to CSU Dominguez Hills;
3. It is preferred that applicants have completed at least 56-70 lower division transferable units, including lower division General Education requirements and English and mathematics courses which make them exempt from taking the EPT (English Placement Test) and the ELM (Entry Level Mathematics Test);
4. It is preferred that applicants have completed prerequisites under "California Licensed Track", or their equivalents. These courses, or their equivalents, may be included in the 56-70 transferable units required for admission to the track. A grade of "C" or better in each course is required;
It is expected that
Students must complete all other requirements of CSU Dominguez Hills before receiving a degree.
For further information call or write:
Health Science Program, WH A-330
(310) 243-3819 or (310) 243-2213.
During the University filing period, applicants should send a completed application to the University, official copies of all transcripts, and a nonrefundable application fee to:
Office of Admissions
Applications for admission to the University may be
obtained by writing to the
by calling (310) 243-3696. Mark
"PA" at the top of your application.
Admission to the University does not imply admission to the Physician Assistant Option - California Licensed Track.
Radiologic Technology Option
To be eligible for consideration as a candidate in this option, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:
A. Completion of all lower division required courses. A grade of “C” or better in each course is required. The completion of 56-70 units of lower division course work is highly recommended before application to the program.
B. Applicants meeting the above requirements must be willing to be interviewed by Harbor-UCLA faculty and Health Science program faculty.
C. Applicants must submit two separate applications, with supporting documents to Harbor-UCLA School of Radiologic Technology and to CSU Dominguez Hills.
D. Applications and supporting documents to Harbor-UCLA School of Radiologic Technology must be received by April 1 of each year. Applications received after April 1 will be considered for the next year. Applications for admission to CSU Dominguez Hills may be obtained by writing or calling the Office of Admissions, with completed applications returned to:
Office of Admissions
(310) 243-3645
Applications to the clinical program may be obtained
by writing or calling the
School of Radiologic Technology
(310) 222-2825
Diagnostic Imaging - BSHS Degree Track
Applicants must be currently certified as radiologic technologists in California (C.R.T.) to be admitted to the degree completion track for radiologic technologists.
Bachelor of Science
in Health Science Program
Learning Objectives and Faculty Assessment Strategies
Upon completion of the B.S. in Health Science, graduates of any option will be able to fulfill the following overall program objectives.
Objective
1: Demonstrate integration of principles from
basic skills, natural, behavioral and computer sciences with the health science
core; apply resulting skills and knowledge to personal health, health education
and health care practice.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Review transcripts for required prerequisite
courses with grade of C or higher; faculty observation and input regarding
writing, speaking, critical thinking and interpersonal skills; use of written
and classroom assessment for health science content.
Objective
2: Identify historical trends, issues and
problems of
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Classroom discussions; oral reports; written
term papers and essay examinations.
Objective
3: Demonstrate ability to apply logic and
rational thinking to inquiry in Health Science research; demonstrate relevance
of health science data to decision making.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Written critique of a recent health science
research article; oral responses to classroom discussions; written
examinations; evaluation of original written research proposal in the health
sciences.
Objective
4: Analyze the nature, transmission and control
of disease from a public health perspective and apply these principles to
health care planning.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Responses to classroom discussions; student
reports and responses to guest speakers; written examinations; term paper from
current literature.
Objective
5: Analyze and apply current concepts of the
behavioral sciences to the health field, with specific application to
ethnically and culturally diverse, urban populations, especially in relation to
specific disease.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Student presented case studies; group role
playing; written papers and examinations.
Objective
6: Identify and synthesize key principles,
theories and skills of interpersonal and group processes in health techniques
of interviewing, small group dynamics, crisis intervention and interpersonal
management skills in ethnically and culturally diverse urban settings.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Student observations and analyses of selected
group's interventions; individual consultations with instructor; group
observation paper; presentation of docudrama; written essay examination.
Objective
7: Identify the underlying causes and pathologic
processes of disease in organ systems of the human body; propose possible
treatments and prognoses related to specified diagnoses.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Evaluation of oral reports of case studies,
video tapes and other audio visual aids; class discussions; written papers and
examinations with objectives.
Objective
8: Demonstrate integration of current management
concepts, issues and skills required in a health unit; apply concepts and
skills to the areas of health care personnel, finance, equipment supplies and
facilities' management, emphasizing interpersonal communication contacts and
personnel problem solving techniques.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: Responses to cases, classroom discussions; group drama
illustrating principles; written "thought paper"; written
examinations.
Objective
9: Develop and improve reading, writing,
speaking critical thinking, analytical, interpersonal and content skills, as
applied to the multiracial, multiethnic, urban and suburban populations served
by health organizations.
Faculty
Assessment Strategies: In all courses, assess students' classroom
discussions and oral reports; responses to audio-visual aids; written term
papers; written and oral reports from volunteer community project coordinators;
written examinations and practical examinations to answer the question: Have
students mastered the Objectives?
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Total Course Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree
See the "Requirements for the Bachelor's Degree" in the University Catalog for complete details on general degree requirements. A minimum of 40 units, including those required for the major, must be upper division.
Elective Requirements
Completion of elective courses (beyond the requirements listed below) to reach a total of a minimum of 120 or a maximum of 132 units.
General Education
Requirements (54-60 units)
See the "General Education" requirements in the University Catalog or the Class Schedule for the most current information on General Education requirements and course offerings.
United States
History, Constitution and American Ideals Requirement (6 units)
See
the "United States History, Constitution, and American Ideals"
requirements in the University Catalog.
Courses used to satisfy this requirement do not apply to General
Education.
Graduation Writing
Assessment Requirement
See
the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" in the University
Catalog.
Minor Requirements
Students completing this major with the Community Health option or the Health Care Management option will need to complete a minor in another field.
Major Requirements (45-79
units)
Students must select one of the options listed. The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this degree.
A Major in Health Science consists of lower division required courses, upper division core courses and lower and upper division courses in an option. The upper division core courses are common to all Health Science Majors. The lower division required courses and the lower and upper division option courses vary with the option chosen. All Health Science majors, all options, must take the following core courses:
Common Core Requirements (27 units)
A. Lower Division Required Courses (12 units)
BIO 250. Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
BIO 251. Elements of Human Anatomy
and Physiology Laboratory (1)
CSC 101. Computer Applications for Scientists (2)
HSC 201. Health Care Systems and Perspectives (3)
MAT 131. Elementary Statistics and Probability (3)
NOTE: Students are advised to take MAT 131 to meet both the General Education quantitative reasoning requirement and the Health Science lower division requirement.
B. Upper Division Requirements (15 units)
1. Required Course (3 units)
HSC 492. Research Methods in Health Sciences (3)
2. Select four courses from the following (12 units):
HEA 312. Introduction to Public Health (3)
HEA 314. Health Behavior (3)
HEA 315. Interpersonal Skills in
Health Communication (3)
HEA 318. Health Resources Management (3)
HEA 317. Pathophysiology
for Orthotics & Prosthetics (3)
(for O & P students only) or
HSC 308. Pathophysiology for Health Professions (3)
A Student selecting the Health Care Management or Community Health Option must also satisfy the requirement of a minor field. The minor should be selected in consultation with an advisor with the goal of contributing to one’s career objectives and personal growth.
The recommended minors for the Health Science Major are: biology, business administration, economics, psychology, public administration, sociology.
In addition to the common core requirements, all Health Science majors must choose one of the following options:
Community Health
Option (45 units)
Students completing this major will need to complete a minor in another field.
A. Common Core Requirements (27 units)
B. Upper Division Required Courses (9 units)
HEA 460. Community Health Agencies (3)
HEA 468. Multicultural Health (3)
HEA 490. Health Science Senior Seminar (3)
C. Select three courses from the following (9 units):
BIO 374. Drug Abuse (3)
BIO 386. Human Aging (3)
HEA 466. Environmental Health Problems (3)
HEA 474. Seminar in Health Care Ethics (3)
HSC 495. Special Topics in Health Sciences (1-3)*
PSY 353. The Experience of Death and Dying: Psychological Perspectives (3)
PUB 373. Health Policy (3)
*NOTE: When taking HSC 495. Special Topics in Health Sciences, please consult a Health Science advisor. HSC 495 may be taken more than once, if the topic is different.
Health Care
Management Option (45 units)
A. Common Core Requirements (27 units)
B. Upper Division Required Courses (9 units)
HEA 472. Survey of Health Care Finance (3)
HEA 474. Seminar in Health Care Ethics (3)
HEA 490. Health Science Senior Seminar (3)
C. Select three courses from the following (9 units):
HEA 466. Environmental Health Problems (3)
HEA 468. Multicultural Health (3)
HEA 470. Legal Issues in the Health Science (3)
HSC 491. Management Skills in Health Sciences (3)
HSC 495. Special Topics in Health Sciences (1-3)*
PUB 301. Administrative Leadership and Behavior (3)
PUB 303. Public Personnel Administration (3)
PUB 371. Health Services Administration (3)
PUB 373. Health Policy (3)
*NOTE: When taking HSC 495. Special Topics in Health Sciences, please consult a health science advisor. HSC 495 may be taken more than once, if the topic is different.
Prosthetics Option
(64 units)
Single field major - no minor
required
Students who plan to apply to
this option, should have completed 54-60 lower division transferable
units. Students who plan to enter the
prosthetics option are advised to select lower division General Education
courses which also meet the requirements listed below, or equivalents.
A. Prerequisites or equivalents
BIO 102. General Biology (3)*
BIO 250. Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
BIO 251. Elements of Human Anatomy
and Physiology Laboratory (1)
CHE 102. Chemistry for the Citizen (3)* or
CHE 110. General Chemistry I (5)
MAT 153. College Algebra and Trigonometry (4)*
PHY 120. Elements of Physics I (4)
PSY 101. Understanding Human Behavior (3)*
CSC 101. Computer Applications for Scientists (2)
*NOTE: These courses qualify for credit in General Education.
B. Common Core Requirements (27 units)
Must include HEA 317, Pathophysiology for Orthotics and Prosthetics
C. Lower Division Required Courses (7 units)
HEA 205. Introduction to Orthotics and Prosthetics (3)
HEA 231. Clinical Protocol in Orthotics and Prosthetics (3)
HEA 250. Normal and Pathological Gait (1)**
D. Upper Division Required Courses (30 units)
HEA 335. Orthotics and Prosthetics Practice Management (2)**
HEA 345. Biomechanics and Kinesiology for Orthotics and Prosthetics (2)**
HEA 350. Below Knee Prosthetics I (3)**
HEA 352. Below Knee Prosthetics II (3)**
HEA 354. Above Knee Prosthetics I (3)**
HEA 355. Material Science and Applied Anatomy in Orthotics and Prosthetics (4)**
HEA 450. Upper Limb Prosthetics (3)**
HEA 452. Above Knee Prosthetics II (3)**
HEA 493. Preceptorship in Orthotics and Prosthetics (3)**
HSC 498. Directed Research in Health Sciences (1)**
KIN 301. Kinesiology (3)
*NOTE: ** Indicates these courses are taken off-site; registration in Extended Education.
Physician Assistant
Option -
Single field major - no minor
required
(Applicants must be certified and licensed PAs)
A. Recommended Prerequisites or equivalents
BIO 250. Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
BIO 251. Elements of Human Anatomy
and Physiology Laboratory (1)
CHE 102. Chemistry for the Citizen (3) or
CHE 110. General Chemistry (5)
PSY 101. Understanding Human Behavior (3)
SOC 101. The
Individual in Society
(3) or0
ANT 100. Introduction to Cultures (3)
ENG 110. Freshman Composition I (3)
ENG 111. Freshman Composition II (3)
B. Common Core Requirements (27 units)
C. Upper Division Required Professional Courses (4 units)
HEA 401. Physician Assistant Historical and Philosophical Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 402. Physician Assistant Ethical
Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 403. Physician Assistant Political
Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 404. Physician Assistant Legal
Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
D. Additional Upper Division Required Courses (48 units)
Students in the California Licensed PA Track will receive from the PA faculty, the course goals and objectives, review outlines, and reading lists from which to study before taking a competency test in each of the following courses. One test for each of the enrolled courses will be given each semester. Students are expected to spend a minimum of 15 hours study time weekly. Students must pass examinations with a "C" or higher in all PA courses. The following courses will be taken by review and testing.
HEA 321. Patient Assessment (3)
HEA 322. Principles of Therapeutics (3)
HEA 323. Primary Care (3)
HEA 324. Internal Care (4)
HEA 325. Surgery and Orthopedics (3)
HEA 326. Medical Specialties (3)
HEA 327. History and Physical Examination Practica (3)
HEA 420. Primary Care Medicine:
Current Concepts and Practice (2)
HEA 421. Advanced Clinical Primary Care I (4)
HEA 422. Advanced Clinical Primary Care II (8)
HEA 423. Advanced Clinical Primary Care III (4)
HEA 424. Family Medicine Preceptorship
and Clinical Selective (8)
Radiologic Technology Option (69 units)
A. Prerequisites or equivalents
BIO 250. Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
BIO 251. Elements of Human Anatomy
and Physiology Laboratory (1)
ENG 110. Freshman Composition I (3)*
ENG 111. Freshman Composition II (3)*
PSY 101. Understanding Human Behavior (3)* or
SOC 101. The Individual in Society (3)*
ANT 100. Introduction to Cultures (3)*
PHY 100. Patterns in Nature (3)* or
PHY 106. Physical Science (3)* or
PHY 120. Elements of Physics I (4)*
CHE 110. General Chemistry I (5)*
NOTE: *These courses qualify for credit in General Education.
B. Common Core Requirements (27 units)
C. Lower Division Required Courses (3 units)
HEA 280. Orientation and Elementary Radiation Protection (1)
HEA 281. Medical Terminology: Radiology (1)
HEA 287. Clinical Practicum I (1)
D. Upper Division Required Courses (39 units)
HEA 380. Darkroom Chemistry and Techniques (1)
HEA 381. Patient Care Procedures Related to Radiology (2)
HEA 382. Principles of Radiographic Exposure (3)
HEA 383. Common Radiographic Procedures
Using Contrast Media (2)
HEA 384. Topographic Anatomy & Positioning I (3)
HEA 385. Radiation Protection (3)
HEA 387. Clinical Practicum II (3)
HEA 388. Clinical Practicum III (3)
HEA 480. Radiologic Physics (2)
HEA 481. Topographic Anatomy & Positioning II (3)
HEA 482. Special Radiographic Procedures (2)
HEA 483. Subspecialities in Radiology (2)
HEA 485. Departmental Administrative
and Office Procedures, Computer Literacy (1)
HEA 487. Clinical Practicum IV (1)
HEA 488. Clinical Practicum V (3)
HEA 489. Clinical Practicum VI (3)
HEA 499. Senior Research Project in Radiology (1,1)
Diagnostic Imaging
Option -
BSHS Degree Track (69
units)
A. Recommended Prerequisites or Equivalents
BIO 250. Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
BIO 251. Elements of Human Anatomy
and Physiology Laboratory (1)
ENG 110. Freshman Composition I (3)*
ENG 111. Freshman Composition II (3)*
PSY 101. Understanding Human Behavior (3)* or
SOC 101. The Individual in Society (3)*
ANT 100. Introduction to Cultures (3)*
PHY 100. Patterns in Nature (3)* or
PHY 106. Physical Science (3)* or
PHY 120. Elements of Physics I (4)*
CHE 110. General Chemistry I (5)*
NOTE: *These courses qualify for credit in General Education.
B. Common Core Requirements (27 units)
The following courses will be taught by review and testing.
C. Lower Division Required Courses (3 units)
HEA 280. Orientation and Elementary Radiation Protection (1)
HEA 281. Medical Terminology: Radiology (1)
HEA 287. Clinical Practicum I (1)
D. Upper Division Required Courses (39 units)
HEA 380. Darkroom Chemistry and Techniques (1)
HEA 381. Patient Care Procedures Related to Radiology (2)
HEA 382. Principles of Radiographic Exposure (3)
HEA 383. Common Radiographic
Procedures Using Contrast Media (2)
HEA 384. Topographic Anatomy & Positioning I (3)
HEA 385. Radiation Protection (3)
HEA 387. Clinical Practicum II (3)
HEA 388. Clinical Practicum III (3)
HEA 371. Radiologic
Technology Legal
Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 372. Radiologic Technology Historical and Philosophical Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 373. Radiologic
Technology Ethical
Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 374. Radiologic Technology Political and Social Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 375. Radiologic
Technology Future
Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
HEA 480. Radiologic Physics (2)
HEA 481. Topographic Anatomy & Positioning II (3)
HEA 482. Special Radiographic Procedures (2)
HEA 483. Subspecialities in Radiology (2)
HEA 485. Departmental Administrative
and Office Procedures, Computer Literacy (1)
HEA 487. Clinical Practicum IV (1)
HEA 488. Clinical Practicum V (3)
HEA 489. Clinical Practicum VI (3)
HEA 499. Senior Research Project in Radiology (1,1)
Minor in Health Science (15 units)
The Minor in Health Science is designed for students majoring in another field that can be strengthened with a solid background in Health Science.
A. Lower Division Required Courses (3 units)
BIO 250. Elements of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3)
B. Additional Required Courses (12 units)
1. Select three courses from the following (9 units):
HEA 312. Introduction to Public Health (3)
HEA 314. Health Behavior (3)
HEA 315. Interpersonal Skills in
Health Communication (3)
HSC 201. Health Care Systems and Perspectives (3)
HSC 308. Pathophysiology in Health Professions (3)
2. Select one course from the following (3 units):
HEA 460. Community Health Agencies (3)
HEA 466. Environmental Health Problems (3)
HEA 470. Legal Issues in Health Sciences (3)
HEA 472. Survey of Health Care Finance (3)
Master of Science
in Health Sciences
Admission Procedures
Students must submit an application to the University for admission (or readmission) with graduate standing, and official transcripts of previous college work in accordance with the procedures outlined in the “Admissions” section of the University Catalog.
General Admission Requirements
The student will qualify for admission to the program if he/she:
1. has
a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university. (See the University Catalog for
requirements of graduates
of non-accredited institutions.);
2. has met the TOEFL requirement with a score of 575 or above on the written test or a minimum score of 213 on the computer based test;
3. has a grade point average of at least 2.5 (4.00 scale) in his/her last 60 semester units of upper division course work; lower division courses taken after obtaining the bachelor's degree and extension courses, (except CSU Dominguez Hills upper division resident extension courses or the equivalent on another campus), will be excluded from the calculation; and
4. is in good standing at the last college attended.
Graduate Classified
Standing
Only those applicants who show promise of success will be admitted to the graduate program, and only those who continue to demonstrate a satisfactory level of scholastic competence and fitness shall be eligible to proceed in the curriculum. To receive Graduate Classified Standing, i.e. to be admitted to the Master of Science in Health Sciences, Physician Assistant option, a student must have completed the admission requirements previously stated.
Graduate Conditionally
Classified Standing
This standing allows students who are potentially
eligible for admission, but have some deficiencies, to enroll in the graduate program. A student is admitted in this category if, in
the opinion
of the program's graduate coordinator, he/she can remedy any deficiencies in
prerequisite preparation by specified additional work.
Graduation Writing
Assessment Requirement
All graduate students entering the University in the Fall of 1983 or thereafter are required to satisfy the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR) in accordance with the established policies of the University. Students must satisfy the requirement before being Advanced to Candidacy. (See the "Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement" section of the University Catalog.)
Advancement to Candidacy
Upon completion of the second semester after
admission, or
22 units of approved coursework, the student must complete the Graduation
Advisement and Advancement to Candidacy Form.
To be Advanced to Candidacy, the student must have:
1. achieved Graduate Classified Standing;
2. maintained a grade point average of 3.0 or better in all graduate coursework to be used for the degree;
3. completed the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR);
4. completed the Graduation Advisement and Advancement to Candidacy forms in consultation with the graduate coordinator; and
5. applied and paid graduation fees.
Continuing Student Status
Students must maintain continuous enrollment throughout their time in the graduate program. Students who miss a semester will have to reapply to the university and to the program, and may find that some previous coursework may not be recognized. (Students should consult the graduate admission regulations in the Graduate Degree section of the University Catalog concerning credit for transfer graduate work). Students who are unable to attend the University for one semester should enroll in a Graduate continuation Course, HSC 600 or CLS 600, to maintain continuous enrollment. Students must be enrolled in the semester they graduate.
Course Currency
Requirement
Students have a maximum of only five years to complete all graduation requirements, including all coursework, examinations, and thesis or project. Course work that does not meet the five-year deadline will have to be repeated or replaced by other courses with the approval of the program coordinator.
Degree Requirements (33-44
units)
Students must select one of the options listed.
Physician Assistant Option (44 units)
In addition to meeting the General Admission requirements for the Master of Science in Health Sciences program, a student applying to the Physician Assistant Residency option will qualify for admission to the program if he/she:
1. has graduated from a primary care physician assistant training program approved by the American Medical Association Committee on Allied Health Education and Administration, or successive agency;
2. has
passed the National Commission on Certification
of Physician Assistants examination and has current certification;
3. has a current primary
care physician assistant license in
4. has submitted three letters of recommendation, including one from the director of the physician assistant training program where graduated and one from a supervising physician;
5. has completed a successful interview with the program's Graduate Coordinator and representatives from the program faculty and adjunct faculty in the clinical speciality;
While not a specific requirement, previous experience practicing as a physician assistant is desirable.
Applicants who do not meet the above admission requirements may be admitted conditionally upon approval of the graduate coordinator.
A. Required Courses (12 units)
HSC 501. Advanced Research Methods in Health Science (3)
HSC 502. Principles of Epidemiology (3)
HSC 503. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (3)
HSC 598. Directed Research (1,1)*
HSC 599. Graduate Capstone Activity (1)
*NOTE: Students electing
to take the comprehensive examination, substitute HSC 594 Independent Study
(2).
B. Electives: Select two courses from the following: (6 units)
HSC 504. Health Policy and Administration
for Health Professions
(3)
HSC 505. Teaching and Learning in the Health Professions (3)
HSC 506. Critical Assessment of Health Science Literature (3)
HSC 594. Independent Study (1-3)
HSC 595. Special Topics (1-3)
C. Required Option
Courses: Select one of the following residencies (26
units):
1. Emergency Medicine Residency
HSC 510. Orientation to Emergency Medicine (2)
HSC 511. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Emergency Medicine Residency (8,8,8)
2. Cardiac Medicine and Surgery Residency
HSC 513. Orientation to Cardiac
Medicine and Surgery (2)
HSC 514. Advanced Clinical Studies: Cardiac
Medicine and Surgery Residency (8,8,8)
3. Gerontology Residency
HSC 516. Orientation to Gerontology (2)
HSC 517. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Gerontology Residency (8,8,8)
4. Surgery Residency
HSC 519. Orientation to Surgery (2)
HSC 520. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Surgery Residency (8,8,8)
5. Pediatrics Residency
HSC 522. Orientation to Pediatrics (2)
HSC 523. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Pediatric Residency (8,8,8)
6. Neonatology Residency
HSC 525. Orientation to Neonatology (2)
HSC 526. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Neonatology Residency (8,8,8)
7. Internal Medicine Residency
HSC 528. Orientation to Internal Medicine (2)
HSC 529. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Internal Medicine Residency
(8,8,8)
8. Family Medicine Residency
HSC 531. Orientation to Family medicine (2)
HSC 532. Advanced Clinical Studies:
Family Medicine Residency
(8,8,8)
Professional Studies Option (33 units)
The Professional Studies option is for health practitioners who wish to expand their role function to include management, teaching, or research. Students select one of these areas for in-depth study based on course work and practicum.
In addition to meeting the general admission
requirements for the Master of Science in Health Sciences program, a student
applying to the Professional Studies option must have or be eligible for a
A. Required Courses (20 units)
HSC 500. Health Care Leadership and Management (3)
HSC 501. Advanced Research Methods in Health Science (3)
HSC 504. Health Policy and Administration for Health Professionals (3)
HSC 508. Ethical Issues in Health Care Management (3)
HSC 509. Communication and Group Dynamics in Healthcare (3)
HSC 596. Practicum in Professional Studies (3)
HSC 598. Directed Research (1,1)
B. Track Courses (12 units)
Select one of the following tracks:
1. Management Track
HSC 512. Principles of Managed Care (3)
HSC 515. Organizational Theory and Behavior (3)
HSC 518. Finance and Cost Accounting (3)
HSC 530. Healthcare Strategic Planning and Marketing (3)
2. Education Track
HSC 502. Principles of Epidemiology (3)
HSC 503. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (3)
HSC 505. Teaching Strategies for Health Professionals (3)
HSC 507. Measurement and Assessment in Health Professions Education (3)
3. Research Track
CLS 504. Data Collection and Processing (3)
HSC 506. Critical Assessment of Health Science Literature (3)
HSC 521. Compliance, Health Law and Research (3)
HSC 524. Health Science Research and Funded Projects (3)
C. Thesis or Project (1)
HSC 599. Capstone Activity (1)
Students must write a thesis or conduct a special project as the culminating experience for awarding the degree Master of Science in Health Science. A student may request to write a thesis or to conduct a special project culminating in a significant written report to satisfy the HSC 598 Directed Research requirement. The topic of the research or the special project must be approved in advance and supervised by the chair of the thesis or project committee. Theses and projects must be approved in advance of enrollment in HSC 598. An oral presentation and discussion of the thesis/project is required as part of the HSC 599 Graduate Capstone Activity course.
D. Continuous Enrollment
See "Readmission of Former Students" in the Graduate Degrees and Postbaccalaureate Studies section of the University Catalog for complete details.
Course Offerings
The credit value for each course in semester units is
indicated for each term by a number in parentheses following the title. Departments may indicate the term in which
they expect to offer the course by
the use of: “F” (fall), “S” (spring) or
“EOY” (every other year).
Health
Science
Lower Division
HEA 100 Health and Lifestyles (3) FS.
To familiarize the
student with relationships among the physical, social and psychological aspects
of health, which include: self-care,
prevention and analysis of personal health problems through participation in
self-assessment techniques. Topics include the
relationship of lifestyles to nutrition, stress, physical fitness, death and
dying, and mental illness.
HEA 205 Introduction to Orthotics and Prosthetics (3) F.
Prerequisites: BIO 250 and BIO 251, or consent of instructor.
Examination
of the history and current state of O & P services. Review of
methods, materials, and biomechanics. Overview of lower and upper limb prosthetics and orthotics, and spinal orthotics.
HEA 231 Clinical Protocols in Orthotics and Prosthetics (3) S.
Prerequisite: HEA 205. Co-requisite: HEA 317
O&P
evaluation and treatment concepts; history, diagnosis, prescription, physical
examination, assessment, plan and education. Overview of surface anatomy.
Causes of amputation, amputation surgery, and post-op
protocols. Patient-practitioner
interaction and communication. Introduction to taking impressions and model preparation.
HEA 250
Prerequisite: BIO 250 and BIO 251
Learn to recognize
gait and postural deviations, determine cause and suggest mechanical
remedies. Students will evaluate
patients and videotapes, review EMG and force plate recordings, compare results
of surgery, therapy, and mechanical aids.
Fee required.
HEA 280 Orientation and Elementary Radiation Protection (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Orientation
to applied medicine, hospitals and radiology departments. Introduces students to overall view of radiology and ethical
principles. Basic
radiation protection instruction to allow students to begin the clinical
practicum.
HEA 281 Medical Terminology: Radiology (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Programmed approach
to general medical terminology with emphasis on radiology and applied
specialties. Review of common medical
terms, prefixes, suffixes and roots.
HEA 287 Clinical Practicum I (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Supervised
Clinical rotations through support areas of radiology department: filerooms, darkrooms, patient transport and scheduling. Introduction to hospital environment and health care team.
Film critiques. Practicum
280 hours.
Upper Division
HEA 300 Health in Public Education (3) FS.
Prerequisite: HEA 100 or equivalent is recommended.
Health education
required course for the professional multiple or single-subject, clear
credential teaching applicants. Covers
all topics designated in the Health Framework for California, including
personal health, family health, nutrition, the physiological and sociological
effects of substance abuse, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and child abuse.
HEA 312 Introduction to Public Health (3) FS.
Prerequisite: HSC 492.
Nature, transmission,
and control of disease from a public health perspective: Historical background, current problems,
trends in prevention and control, and applications
to health care planning. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the English
language by successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 314 Health Behavior (3) FS.
Current concepts of
the behavioral sciences in the health field with specific application to
ethnically and culturally diverse urban communities. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language by successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 315 Interpersonal Skills in Health Communication (3) FS.
Fundamentals,
principles, and skills of interpersonal and group processes in health related
occupations. Special
emphasis on theory and techniques of interviewing, small group dynamics, crisis
intervention and interpersonal management skills in ethnically and culturally
diverse urban settings. Students
must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by successfully completing
oral and written assignments.
HEA 317 Pathophysiology for Orthotics and Prosthetics (3) S.
Prerequisites: HEA 205; Co-Requisite: HEA 231.
A study of the
etiology, clinical signs and symptoms, treatments, prognosis, and social
implications of pathological conditions that affect the neurological,
musculoskeletal, and vascular systems and that require orthotic/prosthetic
intervention: low back pain, scoliosis,
spinal injury, arthritis, stroke, trauma, and diabetes. Fee required.
HEA 318 Health Resources Management (3) FS.
Prerequisite: HSC 201.
Concepts,
issues, and skills in administration and management of a health care unit,
including personnel, finances, equipment, supplies, and facilities. Students must
demonstrate proficiency in the English language by successfully completing oral
and written assignments.
HEA 321 Patient Assessment (3) F.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This course
encompasses the skills and techniques necessary to gather a complete,
appropriate history and physical examination.
Interviewing, communication and charting are included. An overview of laboratory tests and radiologic procedures are also included. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language
by successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 322 Principles of Therapeutics (3) F.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This course offers an
overview of pharmacologic principles and an introduction
to drugs and drug therapy. Principles of
nutrition, nutritional history and assessment are also taught as integral in
diagnosis, treatment, and preventive medicine.
HEA 323 Primary Care (3) F.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This course forms the
core of the primary care areas that includes obstetrics, gynecology,
pediatrics, geriatrics, family medicine, health promotion and disease
prevention.
HEA 324 Internal Medicine (4) S.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This course deals with
adult, internal medicine which includes pulmonary medicine, cardiology, hepatobiliary medicine, genitourinary medicine,
gastrointestinal medicine, rheumatology, hematology, onocology,
endocrinology, sexually-transmitted disease, and
dermatology.
HEA 325 Surgery and Orthopedics (3) F.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This course outlines
principles of surgery
to prepare students for in-patient clinical experience and offers an
introduction to orthopedics.
HEA 326 Medical Specialties (3) S.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This course includes
ophthalmology, ear nose-throat, psychiatry, neurology, and emergency medicine
and emphasizes diagnosis, assessment, initial management and stabilization of
the patient.
HEA 327 History and Physical Examination Practica (3) S.
Prerequisite: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
This is the clinical
practice component of patient assessment. Students will combine HEA 321 with
the supervised practice sessions to lay the foundation for clinical
experiences.
HEA 335 Orthotic and Prosthetic Practice Management (2).
Prerequisites: Admission to the Orthotics and Prosthetics Option.
Course will address
practice management issues in the O&P office. It includes ABC Canon of Ethics,
professionalism, cultural diversity, patient interviews, medical documentation,
rehabilitation team practices, HCFA billing system, letters of medical
necessity, HMO contracts, O&P cost economics, and
marketing. Students must demonstrate
proficiency in the English language by successfully completing oral and written
assignments. Fee required.
HEA 340 Lower Limb Orthotics I (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor; admission to Orthotics/Prosthetics option.
Patient
evaluation, prescription recommendation; orthoses
measurement, fabrication and fitting. Lower limb biomechanics, gait analysis, and
motor disability. Fabrication and
fitting of several orthoses including arch support,
UCBL foot orthoses, and ankle-foot orthoses (metal, plastic and patellar-tendon bearing). Two hours of lecture and
two hours of activity per week.
Fee required.
HEA 342 Lower Limb Orthotics II (3) F-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 340.
Continuation
of HEA 340. Patient evaluation, prescription
recommendations, orthoses measurement, lower limb
biomechanics, gait analysis, and motor disability. Fabrication and fitting of
several knee-ankle-foot orthoses. Two hours of lecture and
two hours of activity per week.
Fee required.
HEA 344 Spinal Orthotics (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Admission
to Orthotics/Prosthetics option. Patient evaluation, prescription
recommendation, orthosis measurement, fabrication and
fitting. Spinal
biomechanics and motor disability.
Fitting of several orthoses,
including lumbo-sacral, thoraco-lumbo-sacral,
and cervical types. Fabrication of at least five orthoses. Two hours of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
HEA 350 Below Knee Prosthetics I (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 250.
Fabrication,
fitting, and dynamic alignment of patellar-tendon bearing prostheses. All fittings
include test sockets, bench, static and dynamic alignments. Four sockets completed using PTB and PTS
designs. Medical
management, prescription considerations.
One completed below-knee prosthesis.
Two hours of lecture and two hours of activity per
week. Fee required.
HEA 352 Below Knee Prosthetics II (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 350.
Fabrication,
fitting, and dynamic alignment of patellar-tendon bearing prostheses. All fittings
include test sockets, bench, static and dynamic alignments. Four sockets completed using PTB and PTS
designs. Medical
management, prescription considerations.
One completed below-knee prosthesis.
Two hours of lecture and two hours of activity per
week. Fee required.
HEA 354 Above Knee Prosthetics I (3) F-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 352.
Casting, measurement,
transparent test socket fitting, bench, static and dynamic alignments, and
methods for evaluation of proper fit. Fitting of two quadrilateral sockets including suction and pelvic
suspension. Demonstration
of endoskeletal and exoskeletal
above knee systems. Two hours of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
HEA 355 Material Science and Applied Anatomy in Orthotics and Prosthetics (4)
Prerequisites: HEA 205 and HEA 231.
Principles
of stress, strain, Young's modulus. Plastic and metal strength
characteristics. Polymer chemistry and mechanical properties of plastics. Selection of appropriate orthotic/prosthetic materials and components based on
mechanical goals. Tissue
interfaces. Muscle and
joint structure and function, and relationship to prosthetic and orthotic interventions.
HEA 371 Radiologic Technology
Legal Perspectives and
Review (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiologic Technology Option - CRT.
Explores the
foundations of the radiologic technology profession
from legal perspective and coordinates study of current issues, theories and
techniques related to health care delivery; principles of dark room technology
and radiation protection, and medical terminology.
HEA 372 Radiologic Technology Historical and Philosophical
Perspective and Professional Review (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiologic Technology Option - CRT.
Explores the
foundations of the radiologic technology profession
from historical and philosophical perspectives and coordinates study of current
issues, theories and techniques related to concepts and practice of fundamental
patient care, radiologic exposure and routine radiologic procedures.
HEA 373 Radiologic Technology Ethical Perspectives and Professional
Review (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiologic Technology Option - CRT.
Explores the
foundations of the radiologic technology profession
from an ethical perspective and coordinates study of current issues, theories
and techniques related to radiographic procedures using contrast media,
topographic anatomy and positioning, and routine fluoroscopic procedures.
HEA 374 Radiologic Technology Political and Social
Perspectives and Professional Review (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiologic Technology Option - CRT.
Explores the
foundations of the radiologic technology profession
from a political and social perspective and coordinates study of current
issues, theories and techniques related to radiation protection and federal and
state regulations, radiologic physics, topographic
anatomy and positioning, and routine exams in pediatrics, surgery and
genitourinary room.
HEA 375 Radiologic Technology Future Perspectives and Professional
Review (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to Radiologic Technology Option - CRT.
Explores the future
of the radiologic technology profession from a
technological, as well as professional perspective and coordinates study of
current issues, theories and techniques related to special radiologic
procedures, sub-specialties, and departmental and administrative procedures,
and senior research topics.
HEA 380 Darkroom
Chemistry
and Techniques (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Darkroom
construction, hand and automatic processing, film artifacts, processing
aspects, and prevention. Quality control and darkroom chemistry.
HEA 381 Patient Care Procedures Related to Radiology (2).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Introduction to
fundamental patient care procedures and principles in radiology departments:
patient care/handling, body mechanics, aseptic technique, emergency procedures
and use/care support equipment in preparation for patient contact.
HEA 382 Principles
of
Radiographic Exposure (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Basic radiographic principles:
image formation, intensifying screens, factors affecting quality, calibration,
equipment design/function, filters, electromagnetic radiation and exposure
factors. Teaches
mechanics of performing examinations.
HEA 383 Common Radiographic Procedures Using Contrast Media (2).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Positioning
and exposure techniques for contrast studies (esophograms,
barium enemas, etc.) fluoroscopic techniques. Introduction to the uses,
contraindications, and pharmacology of contrast media.
HEA 384 Topographical
Anatomy
& Positioning I (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Introduces
topographic anatomy and positioning procedures necessary to produce diagnostic radiographs
of the entire body (except
the skull). Exposure
control techniques and exam indications.
HEA 385 Radiation Protection (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Principles
of radiation safety, biological effects, x-ray production, and radiation
detection devices. Emphasis on federal and state regulations.
HEA 387 Clinical Practicum II (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Supervised
rotations through routine diagnostic rooms. Perform radiologic examinations on patients under direct
supervision of a technologist. These will include
x-rays and film critiques of the thoracic and appendicular
skeleton. Rotation
through emergency rooms, orthopedics, and portable radiography. Practicum 580 hours.
HEA 388 Clinical Practicum III (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Supervised
rotation through routine radiographic/fluoroscopic rooms, including surgery. Perform
routine diagnostic examinations (except skull), fluoroscopic and
intra-operative exams. Weekend rotations
begin. Film critiques. Practicum 580 hours.
HEA 395 Special Topics in Health Science (1-3).
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Study
of a topic of interest to students pursuing a career in the health professions. Topic will
vary as announced. One to three hours of
lecture per week.
HEA 401 Physician Assistant Historical and Philosophical Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physician Assistant Option; concurrent enrollment in HEA 321, HEA 322, HEA 323, and HEA 325.
One
of four courses to promote currency and excellence in physician assistant
practice. Explores foundations of the PA profession
from historical and philosophical perspectives and coordinates study of current
issues, theories and techniques of patient assessment, principles of
therapeutics, primary care, surgery and orthopedics. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language by successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 402 Physician Assistant Ethical Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physician Assistant Option; concurrent enrollment in HEA 324, HEA 326, HEA 327, and HEA 421.
The
second of four courses to promote currency and excellence in physician
assistant practice. Explores foundations of the PA profession
from an ethical perspective and coordinates study of current issues, theories
and techniques of internal care, medical specialities,
history and physical examination practica and
advanced primary care I. Students must
demonstrate proficiency in the English language by successfully completing oral
and written assignments.
HEA 403 Physician Assistant Political Perspectives and Professional Review (1)
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physician Assistant Option;
concurrent enrollment in
HEA 420 and HEA 422.
The
third of four courses to promote currency and excellence in physician assistant
practice. Explores foundations of the PA profession
from a political perspective and coordinates study of current issues, theories
and techniques related to concepts and practice of primary care medicine and
advanced clinical primary care II.
Students must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by
successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 404 Physician Assistant Legal Perspectives and Professional Review (1).
Prerequisites: Admission to the Physician Assistant Option;
concurrent enrollment in
HEA 423 and HEA 424.
The
fourth of four courses to promote currency and excellence in physician
assistant practice. Explores foundations of the PA profession
from a legal perspective and coordinates study of current issues, theories and
techniques related to advanced clinical primary care III, family medicine preceptorship and clinical selectives. Students must demonstrate proficiency
in the English language by successfully completing oral and written
assignments.
HEA 420 Primary Care Medicine: Current Concepts and Practice (2) F.
Prerequisites: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
A presentation of
selected cases encountered in primary care with emphasis on current thinking on
evaluation and management for re-entry into the clinic. Integration of skills
in: history-taking, physical
examination, laboratory techniques, pharmacology, prevention and patient
education.
HEA 421 Advanced Clinical Primary Care I (4) S.
Prerequisites: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
Integration of
didactic materials with practical patient care skills learned in clinical
clerkship rotations 1 through 3, under clinical supervisors and augmented with
reading assignments and small group study.
HEA 422 Advanced Clinical Primary Care II (8) F.
Prerequisites: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
Integration of
didactic materials with practical patient care skills learned in clinical
clerkship rotations 4 through 6, under clinical supervisors and augmented with
reading assignments and small group study.
HEA 423 Advanced Clinical Primary Care III (4) S.
Prerequisites: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
Integration of
didactic materials with practical patient care skills learned in clinical clerkship
rotations 7 through 8, under clinical supervisors and augmented with reading
assignments and small group study.
HEA 424 Family Medicine Preceptorship and Clinical Selective (8) S.
Prerequisites: Admission into the Physician Assistant Option.
A
two-week intensive study of an elected subject area and an extended three-month
family medicine clerkship. Primary care curriculum is integrated in this
course.
HEA 440 Upper Limb Orthotics (2) F-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 242.
Evaluation,
prescription recommendations, orthoses measurement,
fabrication and fitting. Anatomy, biomechanics, and
motor disability of upper limb orthotics. Special attention to deformity control,
tissue protection, restored function. Fabrication and fitting
of basic static hand and wrist-hand orthoses
(including wrist-driven and external-power). One hour of lecture and two hours of activity
per week. Fee required.
HEA 442 Lower Limb Orthotics III (1-2) F-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 342.
Advanced topics;
ankle, knee and hip treatments related to Spina
Bifida, Cerebral Palsey, brain injury, stroke, polio
and other motor disabilities. Lower limb
biomechanics, gait analysis and material science. Lectures on rotational
control, tone reduction and specific application for children. Fee required.
HEA 444 Spinal Orthotics II (2) F-EOY
Prerequisite: HEA 344
Treatment of
scoliosis, kyphosis and cervical spine fractures. Patient evaluation, prescription recommendation, hospital protocol,
orthoses measurement, fabrication and fitting. Spinal biomechanics and
motor disability. Fabrication
and/or fitting of
HEA 450 Upper Limb Prosthetics (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 354.
Prescription,
casting, measurement, fabrication, alignment, harnessing and methods for
evaluation of proper fit. Principles of shoulder
disarticulation prostheses. Demonstration of myoelectric powered
systems including identification of electrode sites, trouble-shooting, and
prosthetic maintenance. Complete two below- and one above-elbow
prostheses. Two hours
of lecture and two hours of activity per week. Fee required.
HEA 452 Above Knee Prosthetics II (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 354.
Continuation
of HEA 354. Two hours of lecture and
two hours of activity per week.
Fee required.
HEA 460 Community Health Agencies (3) S.
Prerequisite: HSC 201.
Examination
and evaluation of state, federal, local and community health agencies and
programs. Survey and analyze community level drug,
alcohol, communicable disease, and mental health problems and programs. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language by successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 466 Environmental Health Problems (3) F.
Prerequisite: HSC 201.
Impact
of human activities on environmental quality and resulting environmental health
problems, especially local issues, public and private responses to them. Design, carry
out, and analyze a study and prepare a written report of results. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language by successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 468 Multicultural Health (3) F
Prerequisite: HEA 100 or equivalent. SOC 101 and ANT 100 are recommended.
Study
of social, cultural, psychological, and biological factors affecting the
distribution of health, wellness, and illness in various ethnic, cultural, and
racial groups. Special attention is given to health issues
of groups with special physical and mental health needs, including underserved
and immigrant populations residing in
HEA 470 Legal Issues in the Health Sciences (3) S.
Prerequisite: HSC 201.
Examination of new
legislation, exploration of various health law issues that impact hospitals,
individuals and groups within the health care sector; including informed
consent, regulation/antitrust, licensure and credentialing, and medical
ethics. Students must demonstrate
proficiency in the English language by successfully completing oral and written
assignments.
HEA 472 Survey of Health Care Finance (3) F.
Prerequisite: HSC 201.
Concepts and issues
in financial management of health care organizations. Use of tools for cost effective
decision-making and learn to recognize and deal with financial components of
decision-making in health care organizations.
Students must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by
successfully completing oral and written assignments.
HEA 474
Seminar in Health
Care Ethics (3).
Prerequisites:
HSC 201;
HEA 470 and HEA 472 are recommended.
Intensive study of
ethical issues raised in provision of health care and health care
administration. Current and historical
arguments surrounding ethical issues will be discussed and analyzed. Students will learn to recognize ethical
dilemmas, apply ethical principles and resolve the dilemmas.
HEA 480 Radiological Physics (2).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Emphasis
of health and safety on electric circuits, generators, x-ray circuits, x-ray
physics.
HEA 481 Topographic
Anatomy
and Positioning II (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Introduces
topographic anatomy and positioning procedures necessary to produce diagnostic
radiographs of the skull. Exposure control techniques and exam
indications included.
HEA 482 Special Radiographic Procedures (2).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option or consent of instructor.
Radiographic anatomy and
physiology, positioning, film evaluation and specialized equipment applying to
highly technical exams (interventional radiography, tomography, CT and
MRI). Management
of acutely ill patients. Fee
required.
HEA 483 Sub-Specialties in Radiology (2).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Introduction
to principles of pediatric radiography, intraoral
radiography, radiation therapy and nuclear medicine. Image formation, equipment, techniques and handling of radiation
and radionucleotides.
HEA 485 Departmental Administrative and Office Procedures, Computer Literacy (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Introduction
to organization and budgeting of a radiology department; use of computers in
radiology and basic computer principles.
HEA 487 Clinical Practicum IV (1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Supervised
rotations through routine radiographic/fluoroscopic, pediatric, surgical and
genitourinary rooms. Performs routine exams and
film critiques (except skull) in all areas. Practicum 280 hours.
HEA 488 Clinical Practicum V (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Supervised
rotations through all areas of routine radiography, with student performing all
routine diagnostic fluoroscopic and radiographic exams and film critiques,
including skull radiography. Student will
be able to perform radiologic procedures
independently. Practicum
580 hours.
HEA 489 Clinical Practicum VI (3).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Supervised
rotations through special radiographic procedures, radiation therapy, magnetic
resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, mammography and ultrasound. Continued application in routine radiography, fluoroscopy and film
critique. Perform radiologic procedures independently. Practicum 580 hours.
HEA 490 Health Science Senior Seminar (1-3) S.
Prerequisites: Completion of Health Science core and two option courses; HSC 201, HSC 492, HEA 312, HEA 314, HEA 315 and HSC 308 or HEA 317 and HEA 318.
Undertake an in-depth
study employing techniques and principles used in the Health Science core and
option. Designed for the Health Care Management and Community
Health Options. Students must
demonstrate proficiency in the English language by successfully completing oral
and written assignments. One to three
hours of seminar per week.
HEA 492 Research and Seminar in Orthotics and Prosthetics (2).
Prerequisite: MAT 131, or consent of instructor.
Overview
of the principles and applications of research. Examination of testing and improving patient outcomes. Basic concepts in research design, including
literature review, identification of research question, development of data
collection instruments, data analysis.
Write and present a research proposal.
HEA 493 Preceptorship in Orthotics and Prosthetics (2). Summer-EOY.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
125
hour placement in a private sector or institutional facility. Repeatable for credit up to 8 units. Fee required.
HEA 499 Senior Research Project in Radiology (1,1).
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Option.
Individual research
in radiology with student class presentation: learn presentation skills, use of
A-V methods, oral skills, and written presentation. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language by successfully completing oral and written assignments. One hour of seminar activity per week. Repeatable for credit for
up to one unit.
Infrequently Offered Courses
HEA 240 Lower Limb Biomechanics and Kinesiology (3) S-EOY.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor; admission to Orthotics/Prosthetics Option.
Neuromusculoskeletal systems of the lower limb (above-
and below-knee). For both normal function and in the presence of pathology. Kinesiology of specific weaknesses and
deformities will be studied. Potential
for orthotic and prosthetic management will be
evaluated. Fee required.
HEA 242 Upper Limb Biomechanics and Kinesiology (2) F-EOY.
Prerequisite: HEA 240.
Neuromusculoskeletal systems of the spine and upper limb: both normal function and pathology. Specific
weaknesses and deformities will be studied. Significance of
upper limb pathology for orthotic/prosthetic design
and management.
Fee required.
HEA 252 Material Science for Orthotics and Prosthetics (2) EOY.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Principles
of stress, strain, Young’s Modulus. Plastic/metal choices. Preferred metal alloys, heat treatment,
plastic polymer. Polymer
chemistry and mechanical properties of plastics. Material designators,
relationship of alloys to material properties. Selection of most
appropriate orthotic/prosthetic materials. Fee required.
HEA 491 Research and Seminar in Orthotics and Prosthetics I (1) F-EOY.
Prerequisites: HEA 440 and HEA 450.
Background literature
review, hypothesis formation, study design, development of data collection
instruments and data collection as phase one of orthotic/prosthetic research project. Students must demonstrate proficiency in the
English language by successfully completing oral and written assignments. One hour of seminar per week. Fee required.
Division
of
Health Sciences
Lower Division
HSC 201 Health Care Systems and Perspectives (3) FS.
Examination
of healthcare delivery systems and personal health as integrated physiological,
social, psychological processes. Topics include role of healthcare providers;
major healthcare organizations; contemporary healthcare issues; interactions of
healthcare and physical environmental changes which influence health of the
whole person.
HSC 308 Pathophysiology for Health Professions (3) FS.
Prerequisite: BIO 250 and either BIO 251, CHE 112, or equivalent.
Principles
of clinical pathophysiology, including assessment of
clinical data necessary for identifying the causes of diseases and evaluating
the underlying mechanisms of pathologic processes. Discussion of immune disorders, inflammation, neoplasia
and genetic disorders. Review of
the individual organ system and associated pathology. Case studies, written/and or oral
reports.
Upper Division
HSC 491 Management Skills in the Health Sciences (3) FS.
Prerequisite: HSC 201
Presentation
and discussion of current concepts and trends in the administration and
management of the health sciences. Educational/instructional
methodologies. Student
projects, written and oral.
HSC 492 Research Methods in Health Sciences (3) FS.
Prerequisite: MAT 131 is required; CSC 101 is recommended.
Overview of research
methods in health sciences, including study design, sampling, data collection
and analysis, statistical techniques, and report writing. Application of research
methods to development of research proposal. Critical analysis of
literature. Examination
of relevance of data to decision making.
HSC 494 Independent Study in Health Sciences (1-3) FS.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
In-depth
study of a health sciences topic under the supervision of a health sciences
instructor. Requires independent study
contract to be completed before enrollment. Repeatable course.
HSC 495 Special Topics in Health Sciences (1-3) FS.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Intensive
study of a Health Sciences topic of special interest to students pursuing a
career in the health professions. Topic will vary as announced. One to three hours of lecture per week.
HSC 496 Internship in Health Sciences (1-6) FS.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Students will be
directed to health care facilities to serve as interns. Regular meetings are scheduled with a faculty
internship supervisor to assess student progress. Up to forty hours per week.
HCS 498 Directed Research in Health Sciences (1-3) FS.
Prerequisites: HSC 201 and HSC 308 or HEA 317.
Advanced
topics and research on specific subjects in Health Sciences. Topics of research to be approved and directed by an instructor.
Graduate
Graduate standing or consent of the graduate program coordinator is prerequisite to enrollment in graduate (500 level) courses.
HSC 500 Health Care Leadership and Management (3).
Examines the
structure, management and interrelationship of health care organizations across
the spectrum of care in light of classical and contemporary management theory,
and provides understanding of the unique relationship within and between health
care organizations and professionals.
HSC 501 Advanced Research Methods in Health Science (3).
Prerequisites: HSC 492 or equivalent and
MAT 131 or equivalent.
Theory
and practice of experimental, correlation and descriptive research. Computer
application of statistical packages to data sets. Two hours of lecture and
two hours of laboratory per week.
HSC 502 Principles of Epidemiology (3).
Overview
of principles and methods of epidemiology and application to distribution of
health and illness in society. Examines risk factors associated with
incidence and prevalence of acute and chronic diseases in diverse populations.
HSC 503 Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (3).
Study of health
behaviors and evaluation of community intervention strategies for the promotion
of health and prevention of disease in diverse populations.
HSC 504 Health Policy and Administration for Health Professionals (3).
Examination
of current health policy issues and health care administrative practices for
health professionals. Emphasis on health care reform, managed care,
case management, personnel management, financial management, the health care
team, Patient Focused Care, Continuous Quality Improvement.
HSC 505 Teaching Strategies for Health Professionals (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500.
Study
of effective teaching and evaluation methods in health sciences, including
principles of teaching and learning, curriculum development, problem-based
learning, competency-based outcomes assessment, group dynamics, and
instructional media.
HSC 506 Critical Assessment of Health Science Literature (3).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, or completion of HSC 492 or equivalent and MAT 131 or equivalent, and consent of instructor.
Critical
assessment of health literature in terms of research methods, application of
research findings, and policy implications.
HSC 507 Measurement and Assessment in Health Professions Education (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500
The course focuses on
issues of measurement and assessment in teaching in the health
professions. Emphasis is placed on
approaches to testing, types of instruments, validity, reliability, and item
analysis. Examines methods and approaches
to evaluation of scientific research.
HSC 508 Ethical Issues in Health Care Management (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500 is recommended.
Review of ethical
decision-making theories and moral principles related to health care
organizational management, biomedical advances, end-of-life criteria, access to
care, and the establishment, composition, and responsibilities of medical
ethics committees and ethical codes of conduct.
HSC 509 Communication and Group Dynamics in Healthcare (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500 is recommended
Assists
students in understanding and improving interpersonal communication skills
through structured exercises in professional presentations, scientific writing,
skill development in health information technologies, and interacting with
health personnel and practitioners in healthcare organizations.
HSC 510 Orientation to Emergency Medicine (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in emergency medicine.
HSC 511 Advanced Clinical Studies: Emergency Medicine Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 510.
Supervised advanced
training in emergency medicine in clinical management, technical and procedural
skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial
teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty
throughout clinical year. Course
can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 512 Principles of Managed Care (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500
Analyzes
the implications to providers, consumers, and payers of managed care including
the financial and operational values of capitation and other reimbursement
mechanisms, medical group formation and valuation, risk assessment, and
contractual issues of price, service, and payment.
HSC 513 Orientation to Cardiac Medicine and Surgery (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training in cardiac medicine
and surgery.
HSC 514 Advanced Clinical Studies: Cardiac Medicine and Surgery Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 513.
Supervised advanced
training in cardiac medicine and surgery in clinical management, technical and
procedural skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education,
collegial teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural
populations. Rotations
in specialty throughout clinical year.
Course can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 515 Organizational Theory and Behavior in Health Sciences (3)
Prerequisite: HSC 500; completion of core requirements is recommended.
Reviews
organizational design, behavior and theory as an interdisciplinary approach to
understanding health service organizations.
Issues of workforce diversity, organizational development, reengingeering and the use of teams to improve efficiency
are analyzed.
HSC 516 Orientation to Gerontology (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in gerontology.
HSC 517 Advanced Clinical Studies: Gerontology Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 516.
Supervised advanced
training in gerontology in clinical management, technical and procedural
skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial
teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty
throughout clinical year. Course
can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 518 Finance and Cost Accounting (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500
Presents
principles and perspectives of financial and cost management of profit and
not-for-profit health care organizations with specific emphasis on the
integration of contractual allowance, capitation management, cost-center
accounting and reimbursement policy impact on financial management.
HSC 519 Orientation to Surgery (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in surgery.
HSC 520 Advanced Clinical Studies: Surgery Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 519.
Supervised advanced
training in surgery in clinical management, technical and procedural skills,
interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial teaching, and
interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty
throughout clinical year. Course
can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 521 Compliance, Health Law and Research (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500
Covers
legal theories, issues, and government regulations as they pertain to
management of and compliance with recognized standards of medical research and
clinical trials.
HSC 522 Orientation to Pediatrics (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in pediatrics.
HSC 523 Advanced Clinical Studies: Pediatric Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 522.
Supervised advanced training
in pediatrics in the areas of clinical management, technical and procedural
skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial
teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty throughout
clinical year. Course can be
repeated twice for credit.
HSC 524 Health Science Research and Funded Projects (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500
Analysis of funded
research projects in the health sciences, including study design, sampling,
data analysis and significance of the research proposal in preparing a grant
application. Critical
analysis of the literature and identification of appropriate funding
opportunities for grant projects.
HSC 525 Orientation to Neonatology (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in neonatology.
HSC 526 Advanced Clinical Studies: Neonatology Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 525.
Supervised advanced
training in neonatology in clinical management, technical and procedural
skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial
teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty
throughout clinical year. Course
can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 528 Orientation to Internal Medicine (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in internal medicine.
HSC 529 Advanced Clinical Studies: Internal Medicine Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 528.
Supervised advanced
training in internal medicine in clinical management, technical and procedural
skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial
teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty
throughout clinical year. Course
can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 530 Health Care Strategic Planning and Marketing (3).
Prerequisite: HSC 500
Presents the
principles and theoretical foundation of health care strategic and tactical
planning, marketing, business development, managed care contract maximization,
and financial analysis and modeling of alternative short and long-range
strategies across the continuum of health care.
HSC 531 Orientation to Family Medicine (2).
Prerequisites: HSC 501, HSC 502 and HSC 503.
Survey of advanced
techniques and procedures required for specialty training
in family medicine.
HSC 532 Advanced Clinical Studies: Family Medicine Residency (8).
Prerequisite: HSC 531.
Supervised advanced
training in family medicine in clinical management, technical and procedural
skills, interpretation of diagnostic data, patient education, collegial
teaching, and interpersonal communication with multicultural populations. Rotations in specialty
throughout clinical year. Course
can be repeated twice for credit.
HSC 594 Independent Study (1-3).
Independent
study, including research or field experience under supervision of a faculty
member. Independent study contract required. Repeatable course.
HSC 595 Special Topics (1-3).
Advanced
course of interest to graduate students in the health sciences. Specific topic
and content will vary as announced. Repeatable course.
HSC 596 Practicum in Professional Studies (3).
Prerequisite: Completion of core courses.
Fieldwork and
in-depth study of a discipline related topic under the direction of Division of
Health Sciences faculty member. Graded CR/NC only.
Nine hours of laboratory per week. Repeatable for credit for up to a maximum of six units.
HSC 598 Directed Research (1).
Research on a subject
related to the option which is suitable for professional presentation or
publication. Specific topic of the
research must be approved and directed by an instructor. A maximum of 2 units may be applied toward
the master's degree. Repeatable
course.
HSC 599 Graduate Capstone Activity (1).
Prerequisites: Advancement to Candidacy and completion of all core courses and HEA 598.
Writing and
presentation of a research project under supervision with assigned faculty.
HSC 600 Project Continuation Course (0).
Students who have
completed all coursework except HSC 599 Graduate Capstone Activity may maintain
continuous attendance by enrolling in this course. Signature of graduate coordinator is
required.