Health Professions
Health professions majors have an interest in the human body, biology, math, chemistry, communication, and are computer literate.
Health professions majors will complete a variety of science courses as well as Psychology, Sociology, Medical Terminology, Math, and English. Students who are accepted into competitive entry programs will progress through coursework that includes clinical experiences in medical facilities. Programs also exist for those who prefer computer interaction rather than hands on direct patient contact.
Programs at GFC MSU
- Dental Assistant (C.A.S.)
- Dental Hygiene (A.A.S.)
- Health Information Coding Specialist (C.A.S.)
- Health Information Technology (A.A.S.)
- Physical Therapist Assistant (A.A.S.)
- Nursing Programs
- Respiratory Therapy (A.A.S.)
- Surgical Technology (A.A.S.)
- Veterinary Technician (A.A.S.)
Sample Prerequisite Path
Health profession programs typically have prerequisite courses that must be completed
before being formally admitted into the program. This maps the most common prerequisite
requirements. Please see an advisor and refer to the specific program requirements
to determine the appropriate courses.
Semester 1 |
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Course | Credits | Notes | |||||||||||||||||||||||
M 140 | College Math for Healthcare | 3 | Requires placement. Other math options may be appropriate, depending on program. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
BIOH 108 | Basic Anatomy | 4 | Prerequiste course for BIOH 201. If student has previous anatomy experience, can take a placement exam to take BIOH 201 instead of BIOH 108. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
WRIT 101 | College Writing | 3 | Requires placement. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
AHMS 144 | Medical Terminology | 3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Total | 13 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Semester 2 |
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Course | Credits | Notes | |||||||||||||||||||||||
BIOH 201 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 | Recommended grade of "B" or better for admittance into competitive entry programs. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
CHMY 121 | Intro to General Chemisty | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
PSYX 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
SOCI 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Total | 14 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Semester 3 |
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Course | Credits | Notes | |||||||||||||||||||||||
BIOH 211 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 | Recommended grade of "B" or better for admittance into competitive entry programs. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
BIOM 250 | Microbiology | 4 | Recommended grade of "B" or better for admittance into competitive entry programs. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Total | 8 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total credits | 35 |