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Health Studies

Program Codes: ASHS
Associate of Science

The ASHS curriculum allows students the flexibility to complete the entry-level general education requirements needed to enter other Allied Health Programs at Mercyhurst North East and the health-specific coursework needed to give them a well-rounded health education degree. In addition to the general education courses in English and math, other coursework includes science-based courses in Human Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Chemistry, and health profession specific courses; as well as courses in social sciences such as Psychology, Sociology, and Human Growth and Development. Because this program offers students the flexibility to map their curriculum to their educational goals, they are able to seamlessly move general education credit from the ASHS program into other Allied Health curriculums without having to retake courses.

The Associate of Science in Health Studies can be used as a standalone degree or as an Allied Health track for students who are interested in gaining acceptance into a health program such as: Medical Laboratory Technician, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, or Respiratory Therapist. This can also be used as a completion Associate degree for those who earned a certificate degree in License Practical Nursing, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, or are interested in completing the BS in Health Care Management. Students must have completed 60 credits and earn an overall 2.0 GPA to meet graduation requirements.

Program Outcomes:
  • Accurately find and use resources from scientific literature.
  • Analyze data and communicate scientific and health-related findings.
  • Use effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Apply knowledge gained in the social, behavioral, natural, and health sciences in clinical scenarios to act as an ethical, professional, and competent health care professional.
REACH(A)
Mercyhurst - Associate REACH
ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA (OR HIGHER)
Course Code:
MATH 102
Course Description:
The course deals with the fundamental operations of algebra and the applications of these operations. Number systems, fractions, linear equations, linear inequalities, graphs, exponents and polynomial expressions are studied.
x
MATH 102
ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA (OR HIGHER)
0

OR

INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS
Course Code:
STAT 109
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:
This course is an introduction to the uses of statistics and probability as decision and problem solving tools. Topics included are: measures of central tendency; variability; probability; counting, binomial distribution; normal distribution; confidence intervals correlation and regression; hypothesis testing, statistical inference, sampling techniques and experimental design. Prerequisite: MATH Placement score of at least 30.
Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
x
STAT 109
INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS
3
HUMAN BIOLOGY
Course Code:
BIO 120
Course Group(s):
ANALYTICAL
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:
A basic biological study of man, examining human evolution, organ systems, genetics, behavior, and human interaction with the environment. Does not fulfill Biology major requirements.
Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
Corequisites:
BIO 121
x
BIO 120
HUMAN BIOLOGY
3

AND

HUMAN BIOLOGY LAB
Course Code:
BIO 121
Course Group(s):
ANALYTICAL
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:

A laboratory class designed to demonstrate through models, microscopic work, and dissection the information presented in BIO 120.

Credit:
1
Instruction methods:
Lab
Total hours: 15
Corequisites:

BIO 120

x
BIO 121
HUMAN BIOLOGY LAB
1

OR

HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
Course Code:
BIO 240
Active Term:
Fall Term
/ All Years
Course Description:
A study of the structural and functional relationships of cells, tissues, organs, and systems of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Does not fulfill Biology major requirements. Prerequisites: BIO 120. Corequisite: BIO 241. 3 credits.
Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 22.5
Prerequisites:
BIO-120 OR BIO-130 OR BIO-140
Corequisites:
BIO 241
x
BIO 240
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I
3

AND

HUMAN ANAT & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB
Course Code:
BIO 241
Active Term:
Fall Term
/ All Years
Course Description:
A detailed study of the human anatomy of the organ systems discussed in Bio 240.
Credit:
1
Instruction methods:
Lab
Total hours: 7.5
Corequisites:
BIO 240
x
BIO 241
HUMAN ANAT & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB
1
MICROBIOLOGY
Course Code:
BIO 200
Course Group(s):
BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSES, UPPER-LEVEL BIO, FIELD STUDIES AND TRAVEL
Active Term:
Fall Term
/ All Years
Course Description:
The study of bacteria and other microbes with emphasis on their structure and function, ecology, biochemistry and research methodologies. The course reviews the biology of microbes and their use as biological and medical research tools. Prerequisites: BIO 142. Corequisite:. 3 credits.
Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
Prerequisites:
BIO 140 OR BIO 142
Corequisites:
BIO 201
x
BIO 200
MICROBIOLOGY
3

AND

MICROBIOLOGY LAB
Course Code:
BIO 201
Course Group(s):
UPPER-LEVEL BIO, FIELD STUDIES AND TRAVEL
Active Term:
Fall Term
/ All Years
Course Description:
An examination of microbes in the biosphere. Microbial collection, culturing, product analysis, aseptic techniques and microscopy are emphasized.
Credit:
1
Instruction methods:
Lab
Total hours: 15
Corequisites:
BIO 200
x
BIO 201
MICROBIOLOGY LAB
1

OR

HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II
Course Code:
BIO 250
Active Term:
Spring Term
/ All Years
Course Description:
A continuation of Biology 240, including the circulatory, respiratory, renal, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems of the human body. Does not fulfill Biology major requirements.
Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
Prerequisites:
BIO 240
Corequisites:
BIO 251
x
BIO 250
HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II
3

AND

HUMAN ANAT & PHYSIOLOGY II LAB
Course Code:
BIO 251
Active Term:
Spring Term
/ All Years
Course Description:
Physiological experimentation designed to illustrate topics covered in Bio 250. A specialized research project is included.
Credit:
1
Instruction methods:
Lab
Total hours: 15
Corequisites:
BIO 250
x
BIO 251
HUMAN ANAT & PHYSIOLOGY II LAB
1
BIOLOGY CAPSTONE
Course Code:
BIO 297
Course Description:
A survey course that addresses current research and topics in biology and health sciences.
Credit:
1
x
BIO 297
BIOLOGY CAPSTONE
1
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code:
PSYC 101
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:

A general introduction to the science of behavior and mental processes. Topics considered include learning, memory, perception, motivation, personality, psychopathology and social interaction.

Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
x
PSYC 101
INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY
3

OR

ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Course Code:
PSYC 211
Course Group(s):
NEUROSCIENCE ELECTIVES
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:

The major forms of psychopathology that appear in childhood and adult life. Topics include the symptomatology of mental disorders; their etiology from psychological, biological, and sociocultural perspectives; and issues pertaining to diagnosis, treatment, ethics, and the legal system.

Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 22.5
x
PSYC 211
ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
3
CELLULAR&MOLECULAR BIO
Course Code:
BIO 142
Course Group(s):
ANALYTICAL, CHEMISTRY MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSES
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:

Introduction to the biology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including the structure and function of membranes and organelles, especially mitochondria and chloroplasts. Also included are studies of the molecular structure and function of DNA, with emphasis on the organization of the eukaryotic genome, transcription and translation.

Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
Corequisites:

BIO 143

x
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ELECTIVE

Science or Health Science Electives (Credits Vary)

CELLULAR&MOLECULAR BIO
Course Code:
BIO 142
Course Group(s):
ANALYTICAL, CHEMISTRY MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSES
Active Term:
All Terms
/ All Years
Course Description:

Introduction to the biology of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including the structure and function of membranes and organelles, especially mitochondria and chloroplasts. Also included are studies of the molecular structure and function of DNA, with emphasis on the organization of the eukaryotic genome, transcription and translation.

Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Total hours: 45
Corequisites:

BIO 143

x
__ __
ELECTIVE

Science or Non-Science Electives (Credits Vary)

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