Career Description

This program provides preparation for transfer into a number of health sciences majors including physical therapist, occupational therapist, rehabilitation specialist, nurse, nurse educator, athletic trainer, clinical social worker, health educator, nutritionist, dietitian, medical sonographer, radiologic technician, surgical technician, dental hygienist, psychologist, cardiovascular technologist, orthodontic technologist, exercise physiologist, health center manager, and more.

Program Information

This program prepares students for careers in the healthcare occupation field. It provides a broad base of general education course work relevant to health sciences in preparation for transfer to an array of health sciences majors at a college or university. This program is designed to fulfill the prerequisite requirements for health science baccalaureate requirements for specific majors at all Minnesota State universities offering related degrees through a statewide articulation agreement.

Program Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

• Develop as writers and speakers who use the English language effectively and who read, write, speak, and listen critically;
• Develop capacity to identify, discuss and reflect upon social and behavioral issues;
• Demonstrate comprehension of human and biological systems;
• Increase knowledge about mathematical and logical modes of thinking; and
• Improve their awareness and understanding of health, wellness and liberal arts.

Special Program Requirements

In addition to the program requirements, students must meet the following conditions in order to graduate:

1. College Cumulative GPA Requirement: cumulative grade point average (GPA) of credits attempted and completed at CLC must be at least 2.0;
2. Residency Requirement: students must complete 25% of their credits at Central Lakes College.

Transfer Opportunities

Students should consult with both Central Lakes College and transfer university advisors early in the process for guidance and planning regarding how to best meet the requirements of the various health sciences baccalaureate programs.

Employment Statistics

For more information regarding employment statistics, career salary information and estimated job growth, follow the resource links below:

https://apps.deed.state.mn.us/lmi/ces/
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/home.htm
http://www.iseek.org/jobs/jobmarket.html