Health Sciences Health Sciences General Information PD130. Common Medicines (3) This is an introductory course and wiU provide information regarding proper drug usage for persons without significant backgrounds in the Biological Sciences. The course primarily discusses over-the-counter medicines as well as prescription drug groups which are commonly used by the pubhc. The overall objective will be to provide information in such a way that individuals are more aware of possible drug- related problems, able to make wise and appropriate choices, and become weU-informed consumers. 214. Basic Pharmacology for Nurses (3) Principles of pharmacology are emphasized which can be applied in planning and giving nursing care to clients with more complex deviations from health. Prevention of health problems are stressed. Emphasis is placed on the nursing process as it relates to the nurse's role in drug therapy. 230. Introductory Pathophysiology (4) An introduction to the nature of disease and its effect on body systems. 329. Advanced Pathophysiology (3) Interpretation of disease pathogenesis, pathological symptoms, and clinical data as applied to nursing practice. Prerequisite: completion of introductory pathophysiology (Hthsci 230) with "C" grade or better within past five (5) years. 330. Advanced Pathophysiology I (3) In-depth consideration of disease processes of the cardiac, digestive, immune, and reproductive systems. 331. Advanced Pathophysiology II (3) In-depth consideration of disease processes of the pulminary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. HONORS PROGRAM ~— ~"~~~ A student in the School of AUied Health Sciences may receive Honors in one of the listed majors in the following manner: (1) maintain an overall GPA of 3.3; (2) be enrolled in the General Honors Program and complete at least 10 hours of General Honors courses or 10 hours in approved Departmental Honors credit in majors other than the student's major (these may include Health Sciences core courses); (3) fulfill the requirements for one of the following majors in this School: Clinical Laboratory Science leading to the baccalaureate degree, Clinical Laboratory Technology, Radiologic Technology, and Respiratory Therapy leading to the Associate of Applied Science degree; and Dental Hygiene and Registered Nursing leading to the Associate of Science degree; (4) take at least 20 of the required credit hours in major courses taken for Honors credit; (5) in the case of the major leading to the baccalaureate degree, complete an Honors Senior Project course. (This project may be included among the foregoing requirements.) Students seeking an associate degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or students who are Clinical Laboratory Technology majors may receive Honors credit in any Clinical Laboratory course. Students taking the Radiologic Technology major may receive credit in all Radiologic Technology courses, except Radtech 102, 104, 130, 135 and 240. Students taking the Respiratory major may receive credit in any Dental Hygiene course. Students taking the Nursing major may receive credit in the following courses; Nursng 111- 112, 121-122, 201-202, 211-212, and 283. All students desiring Honors credit should seek permission from individual program directors at the time of registration. At the beginning of the course the student should make a written agreement with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. This written agreement will be filed immediately with the program director. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES Program Director: Phil M. Smith Location: Marriott Allied Health Buillding, Rm 203 Telephone Contact: Yvonne Chambers 626-7242 Professors: Kathleen M. Lukken, William E. Smith, Reed M. Stringham, Jr.; Assistant Professor: Phil M. Smith, Robert J. Walker Description The program is directed toward practicing professionals in the health care field who wish to pursue further studies in Health Services Administration, Health Services Education and/or advanced health discipline studies. A specific curriculum pattern can, with consultation, be tailored to the needs and interests of the student. Successful completion entitles the student to graduate with a bachelors degree in Allied Health Sciences. Admission Process To be eligible for acceptance in the Bachelor of Allied Health Sciences Program a candidate must: (1) make application to Weber State CoUege (for those not already enrolled); (2) make apphcation to the Bachelor of Allied Health Science Program; (3) submit evidence of either employment with a health agency or be a student in a health care discipline program; (4) submit all college transcripts; (5) be interviewed by aU appropriate directors of programs represented by the student's choice of emphases; (6) after consultation obtain approval for a specific course of study by the director of the Bachelor of Allied Health Science Program. PROGRAM: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES Emphases: Health Services Administration Health Services Education Advanced Dental Hygiene Advanced Radiological Sciences Advanced Respiratory Therapy General Requirements: • Specific College Requirements (see index). • Requirements for General Education (see index). • An overall GPA of 2.00 or C. • Allied Health majors must have a C or better in major courses. • A minimum of 60 credit hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above). Specific Requirements: Health Services Administration Emphasis: • Required courses (36-43 credit hours): Hthsra 300 (4), 302 (4), 303 (4), 317 (4), 320 (2), 323 (4), 324 (4), 326 (4), 340 (4), 489 (1-8), 499 (2). • Required support courses (24 credit hours): Acctng 201 (3); Hthsre 315 (3), 318 (4), 321 (2), Econ SS101 (5); CIS PD170 (4); Soclgy 360 (4) or Geront 360 (4) or Psych 360 (4). • Elective courses: Hthsra 480 (1-6), 483 (1-2); Soclgy 343 (3). Health Services Education Emphasis: • Required courses (21-28 credit hours): Option I (Instruction): Hthsre 318 (4), 319 (3), 321 (2), 441 (3), 442 (4), 443 (2), 489 (1-8), 499 (2). Option II (Promotion): Hthsre 315 (3), 318 (4), 319 (3), 321 (2), 330 (3), 415 (3), 489 (1-8), 499 (2). • Required support courses (25 credit hours): CIS PD170 (4), Hthsra 300 (4), 317 (4), 320 (2), 323 (4), 324 (4), 340 (4). • Elective courses (optional, not required): Hthsre 480 (1- 6), 483 (1-2). Students choosing to use one of the advanced technical emphases must: 1) consult with the appropriate program director concerning specific course requirements and 2) complete 25 credit hours of study in Health Services Administration or Health Services Education. PROGRAM: HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRA TION/EDUCA TION MINOR General Requirements: • A grade of C or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: Health Services Administration Emphasis: • Required courses (19 credit hours): Hthsra 300 (4), 317 (4), 320 (2), 323 (4), 326 (4), 499 (2). • Support courses required (6 credit hours): Hthsre 318 (4) and 321 (2). Health Services Education Emphasis: • Required courses: Option I - Instruction (13 credit hows): Hthsre 318 (4), 321 (2), 441 (3), 442 (4). Option 11 - Promotion (12 credit hours): Hthsre 315 (3), 319 (3), 330 (3), 415 (3). • Support courses required (13 credit hours): Hthsra 300 (4), 320 (2), 323 (4), 317 (4). HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION COURSES-HTHSRA 300. The Health Care System (4) A review of the Health Care System, an investigation of the complex and multidimensional nature of health care delivery in the United States. 302. Health Care Organization and Management (4) An overview of health care agencies including an analysis of organizational structure, policy determination, decision making, and management control to achieve agency goals; an examination of the issues and problems of Healthcare Management. 303. Health Care Financial Administration (4) This course is designed to build upon the concepts introduced in basic accounting courses and develop proficiency in applying administrative financial techniques in health care decision making. Prerequisite: Acctng 201. 317. Clinical Supervision and Evaluation (4) Designed to improve supervisory and evaluative competencies of the technical manager or supervisor. Students learn to objectively evaluate supervisors and provide for their improvement 320. Time Management for the Health Care Supervisor (2) A practical presentation of how to structure an effective time management program. Importance is placed on the jobs procedure process; its relationship to efficient management of time. 323. Interpersonal Skills in the Health Care Setting (4) Development and application of leadership, communication and motivation skills in dealing with professional and nonprofessional staff, consumers and patients. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts & Humanities Business & Economics Education Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technology 41 40 Continuing Education