HEALTH SCIENCE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
The three-year bachelor of science in health science degree (BSHS) provides students with an interdisciplinary foundation that prepares them for a career in a health profession or the pursuit of a graduate/professional degree. The versatility of the BSHS can lead to careers in clinical settings or in non-clinical roles such as health educator, surgical technician, biomedical equipment technician, cancer registrar, and more.
Health care fields today offer diverse employment opportunities. As a BSHS graduate, you will leave with the capability to explore a variety of organizations and settings.
“I am so excited that you are exploring Valparaiso University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions. Our team is eagerly awaiting your arrival. Our strong legacy dates back more than 50 years with the inception of our nursing program in 1968. Today, we have eight programs dedicated to the preparation of health care professionals.
The health science program offers a rigorous three-year curriculum, coupled with expert faculty, to prepare students for the ever-changing world of health care. The BSHS degree will include general education courses and also program specific courses such as Human Health and Disease; Health Care Ethics and Legal Issues; Prevention in Population Health; and Exercise and Chronic Health Conditions.
As a Valpo student, you will have the full benefit of our commitment to educating our students not only in their chosen field of study, but also in the importance of personal integrity and a willingness to serve others. I am confident that these lessons will give you a highly competitive edge in today’s marketplace.
I am a Valpo graduate myself and am proud to continue this rich tradition of teaching future health care leaders in the College of Nursing and Health Professions. I look forward to you becoming part of our tradition.”
“Your full potential receives our total commitment.” —
Samis-Smith, DHEd College of Nursing and Health Professions
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the health care industry is projected to add 2.6 million jobs through 2030.
Scholarships and Awards
98% of Valparaiso University students receive financial aid through scholarships, grants, loans, and/or campus employment. Visit valpo.edu/financialaid for more information.
Contact: Dr. Phrosini Samis-Smith,
phrosini.samissmith@valpo.edu
Phrosini
DHEd, MSSA, MSCEP Master of Health Administration and Health Science Program Director, Assistant Professor
219.464.5295
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS — Bachelor of Science in Health Science
YEAR ONE • FALL SEMESTER IPE 103 Exploring the Health Professions .............. 3 credits BIO 151 Human Anatomy and Physiology I ............. 4 credits CORE 110 The Human Experience .................... 4 credits Humanities ......................................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 credits YEAR ONE • SPRING SEMESTER IPE 213 Social Determinants of Health ................. 3 credits PHS 101 Introduction to Public Health ................. 3 credits BIO 152 Human Anatomy and Physiology II ............ 4 credits CORE 115 The Human Experience .................... 4 credits KIN 100 Healthy Lifestyles/KIN 101 Wellness and Stress .. 1 credit PSY 110 General Psychology .......................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 credits YEAR ONE • SUMMER SEMESTER HS 180 Field Experience I ............................ 3 credits KIN 250 Medical Terminology ........................ 3 credits Open Elective ....................................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 credits YEAR TWO • SUMMER SEMESTER HS 280 Field Experience II ............................ 4 credits Open Elective ....................................... 3 credits Open Elective ....................................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 credits YEAR THREE • SUMMER SEMESTER HS 381 Field Experience III .......................... 5 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 credits YEAR TWO • FALL SEMESTER IPE 253 Introduction to Interprofessional Communication for Health Professionals .............................. 3 credits BIO 210 Microbiology ............................... 4 credits CHEM 121 General Chemistry I ...................... 4 credits THEO 200 The Christian Tradition .................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 credits YEAR TWO • SPRING SEMESTER BIO 270 Genetics and Genome Evolution .............. 4 credits CHEM 122 General Chemistry II ..................... 4 credits ENG 205 Writing in the Health Sciences ............... 3 credits PSY 201 Statistical Methods .......................... 3 credits PSY 215 Lifespan Development ....................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 credits YEAR THREE • FALL SEMESTER HS 203 Human Health and Disease 3 credits HS 302 Health Care Ethics and Legal Issues 3 credits IPE 315 Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice in Health Professions .................................... 3 credits IPE 318 Global Health Issues............................. 3 credits CHEM 221 Organic Chemistry I ......................... 4 credits Upper Level Theology ................................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 credits YEAR THREE • SPRING SEMESTER HS 210 Prevention to Population Health 3 credits HS 440 Exercise and Chronic Health Conditions 3 credits HS 470 Health Care Leadership Strategies 3 credits IPE 233 Principles of Health Education and Promotion ..... 3 credits IPE 304 Introduction to Epidemiology .................... 3 credits BIO 260 Human Nutrition ............................... 3 credits TOTAL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 credits Valparaiso University admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. (See valpo.edu for full statement.) valpo.edu/conhp
