Health Sciences

Health Sciences Division

The John B. Wallace Health Sciences Division offers degree and certificate programs that are designed to prepare students for a career in specific healthcare occupations. The programs range from one semester to two academic years (3 to 24 months) in length.

Admissions Requirements

The number of students admitted to each of the Health Sciences Career Education Programs is limited and the admission process is competitive. There are usually more applicants than spaces available. The number of applicants admitted to each Health Sciences program is limited by several factors including: the number of spaces available for clinical training, the predicted number of positions available in the health care industry for graduates, and enrollment limitations imposed by accreditation agencies. Admission to each of the programs is based on several factors including successful completion of the admission requirements and interviews with an admissions committee of professionals in the appropriate field.

The Health Sciences Degree/Certificate programs are academic programs of study which require completion of certain clinical or practicum experiences in order to successfully complete the academic program. The College’s clinical or practicum site partners require students to undergo criminal background checks, drug screens, or to provide proof regarding vaccination history and/or provide other information to participate in clinical or practicum experiences at their sites. Failure to meet the requirements of the College’s clinical or practicum site partners may inhibit successful completion of the clinical or practicum component and prevent completion of the program.

Professional Advancement

The Division also offers a variety of professional advancement opportunities beyond degree/certificate programs. These include training in Coding/Reimbursement and Advanced Practitioner in Respiratory Care.

Time & Financial Requirements

Health Sciences Career programs include coursework in the clinical setting which requires that students be available during clinical hours often totaling up to 40 hours per week. It is usually not possible to participate in the professional portion of most of the Health Sciences Career programs on a part-time basis. Clinical assignments are during periods appropriate to the professions and may include day, evening, and weekend hours. Expenses related to assigned clinical courses such as medical exams, liability insurance, medical insurance, uniforms, meals, travel, and other items specific to each career area should be expected. All of these expenses are the student's responsibility.