Course Listing For Health Science Courses

HLS 101

Introduction to Health Science Seminar

(3 Credits)

By the end of this course, students will have a solid understanding of the diverse health science landscape. They will possess the skills and mindset needed to excel as competent and compassionate professionals, being equipped with knowledge, professionalism, and collaboration.
HLS 256

Medical Terminology

(3 Credits)

This course is an in-depth study of the medical language from an anatomical approach. Students will learn the essentials of medical word building through the study of word roots, prefixes, and suffixes. The course focuses on correct pronunciation, spelling, and use of medical terms within the healthcare setting. Prerequisite HLS 101
HLS 315

Holistic Approaches to Aging in Health

(3 Credits)

This course contrasts normal aging changes with those caused by disease or injury while addressing psychosocial, emotional, physical, and spiritual concerns.
HLS 490

Advanced Concepts in Health Sciences

(4 Credits)

This course focuses on the health science student to utilize previous course work to apply advanced concepts towards an applied health science project. Prerequisite: This course is the final course in the major; all other HLSCTBS courses should be completed.