The Bachelor of Science in Allied Health is a degree completion program designed for allied health professionals with coursework offered online. This program is only offered to those with an associate degree or diploma in allied health or related field, which leads to licensure or certification, from an accredited institution of higher education.

The program includes eight online core courses in the curriculum. Students may complete general learning requirements via online or face-to-face courses at any regionally accredited institution. Requirements may be met via assessment of prior learning, independent study and successful completion of selected examinations. By the end of the program, the graduate will be able to:

1.Integrate knowledge from the health, biological and social sciences, and the humanities to provide culturally competent care to individuals, families and communities;

2.Apply a variety of communication strategies in establishing positive relationships with patients, families and members of the health care team;

3.Use evidence and information technology to enhance patient safety and promote quality care outcomes;

4.Integrate principles of leadership in promoting collaboration with interdisciplinary teams;

5.Analyze how the baccalaureate-prepared health care provider develops professional role identity, including consideration of values, and legal and ethical aspects to healthcare practice.