Health Science - Goodwin College

Health Science from Goodwin College is a Campus Associate Health Administration degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Recognizing that common program objectives can be achieved in a variety of ways, this program is designed to allow students the flexibility to plan a course of study that best suits their educational and professional needs through four available areas of emphasis: pre-professional, general interest, associate degree completion and transfer to a baccalaureate degree. Students work closely with an academic advisor in order to determine their individual professional goals and develop a plan of study to meet those goals. Students interested in pursuing careers in Histologic Science, Medical Billing and Coding and Paramedic Studies can simultaneously pursue a certificate in these areas, while earning an Associate in Science degree in Health Science. In addition, students who complete their certificate in Medical Assisting can also apply those credits toward the Associate in Science degree in Health Science. Students should see their academic advisor for more information. General Interest option provides students pursuing a general degree in Health Science the opportunity to explore various careers and aspects of health care. This track is intended to serve students who have not yet decided on a specific healthcare profession but are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. Associate Degree Completion option allows individuals who have already obtained a nationally recognized certification or license the opportunity to gain collegiate credit and work towards the completion of an associate degree . Additionally, students completing certificate program requirements in Medical Billing and Coding, Paramedic Studies, and Histologic Science may apply these credits towards completion of this associate degree. Pre-professional option allows students interested in pursuing professional careers, such as nursing or respiratory care, to complete all of their general education and science prerequisites before transferring to these selective admission programs. Transfer option allows students to complete the degree program with the intention of pursuing a bachelor degree in Health Science or a related field. Program Outcomes Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to: 1. Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills that represent competence and professionalism in the healthcare field; 2. Practice within the ethical, legal and regulatory framework of the healthcare industry; 3. Identify and analyze bioethical issues facing healthcare practitioners and the healthcare environment; 4. Identify and describe the different roles of health professionals; 5. Discuss the overall organization of the healthcare delivery system; 6. Demonstrate accurate problem-solving abilities when working as a health professional; 7. Appreciate and embrace diversity, differing belief and value systems, as well as appreciate individual opinions; 8. Develop self-directed learning skills needed for independent and lifelong learning; 9. Successfully enter specific health care fields or areas of study; and 10. Effectively use information technology to participate in learning activities. View more details on Goodwin College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Administration courses.