Overview
Coming Soon! This program is in the final stages of approval. Be
one of the first participants in this new program!
The BS in Health Science is a flexible, fully online program
designed to prepare students for a broad range of careers in
healthcare. The curriculum integrates critical knowledge with
real-world application across the biological, physical, and
social sciences. With customizable electives and built-in
prerequisites, students can pursue advanced studies (e.g.,
Nursing, PA School, Occupational Therapy), graduate education, or
immediate career advancement.
Benefits
- Online asynchronous learning
- Accelerated 6-week course sessions
- Flexible year-round programming
- Finish in as little as 1 year
- High quality, expert-led instruction
- Financial aid eligible based on student need
Audience
This program is designed for students who:
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Need a fully online modality to complete their
BS in Health Science to accommodate work schedules, family
obligations, or geographic barriers to traditional on-campus
study
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Have already completed lower-division
coursework at a community college or university
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Are interested in pursuing a career in
healthcare
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Are already working in healthcare and are
seeking career advancement
Admission Requirements
- Minimum 2.6 cumulative GPA
- Minimum 45 CSU-transferable units
- Completion of the following courses or equivalents with a C-
or better:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology Series (equivalent to BIO
25/26 or BIO 22/31 at Sacramento State).
- General Chemistry (equivalent to CHEM 6A or CHEM 1A at
Sacramento State)
- Completion of two or more of the following General Education
Subject Areas:
- Subject Area 1A: English Composition
- Subject Area 1B: Critical Thinking
- Subject Area 1C: Oral Communication
- Subject Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and Quantitative
Reasoning
Structure
The program will be structured in an accelerated 6-week schedule
with two 6-week sessions per semester, allowing students to
complete multiple courses per semester and finish their degree in
a timely manner. This format is designed to accommodate the needs
of working adults and those with other responsibilities,
providing the opportunity for students to advance their education
without sacrificing their current employment or personal
commitments.
