Health Services BS Curriculum
As part of the Health Services BS completion degree, students complete 12 credits across three focused areas: Health Field, Administration/Management, and a Related Field. Together, these requirements provide an interdisciplinary foundation in healthcare knowledge, organizational practice, and related areas that support professional preparation in health services.
Health Field
6 credits · Choose two courses from the following list.
NUR 1765 – Risk Factors and Health
PHIL 1360 – Biomedical Ethics
PSY 1215 – Health Psychology
SOC 0477 – Medical Sociology
SOC 1450 – Health and Illness
Administration/Management Field
3 credits · Choose one course from the following list.
BUSERV 1915 – Introduction to Management
HRS 1009 – Organizational Theory & Behavior
BUSORG 1020 – Organizational Behavior
COMMRC 1102 – Organizational Communication
PSY 1635 – Organizational Psychology
PUBSRV 1100 – Practices in Public Administration
PUBSRV 1120 – Human Resources Management in the Public Sector
PUBSRV 1200 – Practices of Non-Profit Management
PUBSRV 1315 – Managing Projects and Contracts
Related Field
3 credits · Choose one additional course from the Health Field or Administration/Management lists above, or choose from the following courses.
ANTH 1726 – Global Pharmaceuticals
CGS 1900 – Choosing Your Path: Internship Seminar
PUBSRV 1900 – Internship Seminar
COMMRC 0530 – Interpersonal Communication
COMMRC 1181 – Health Communication
HIST 1706 – Drugs in Global History
NUTR 1006 – Intro to Human Nutrition
DENHYG 1925 – Nutrition in Community Health
PSY 0515 – Rehabilitation PsychologyCross-listed with HRS 1515
PSYED 1001 – Intro Educational Psychology
RELGST 1521 – Asian Religion Perspectives on Bioethics
RELGST 1725 – Death and Healthcare Professions
Complete Your Degree
In addition to the 12 credits in the Health Services curriculum, students complete general education requirements and electives to reach the 120 credits required for the bachelor's degree.
Explore General Education RequirementsPlan Your Path
Use these resources to understand your Health Services major requirements, explore course options, and plan your path toward completing your degree.
Health Services Major Checklist
Use the checklist to review the 12 credits required for the major and keep track of your progress through the Health Services curriculum.
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Many Health Services courses are available online or in hybrid formats, giving you flexibility as you build your course schedule.
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Build practical skills, explore your interests, and connect your Health Services degree to real-world experiences.
Gain Hands-On Experience
Put your coursework into practice through an internship in a healthcare setting. Health Services students enroll in CGS 1900 Choosing Your Path: Internship, with opportunities to develop practical experience and skills that can support your career goals.
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Broaden your perspective on health and healthcare through international and domestic study-away opportunities. Explore programs that connect health, community, and real-world challenges.
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