Bachelor of Science in Health Science
About
If you desire to work in healthcare systems or organizations providing health-related services to individuals, groups or communities, then the Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree is designed for you. Discover your passions within the healthcare field through hands-on experiential learning. Additionally, you will be prepared to transition to one of our graduate programs in occupational therapy, athletic training or nursing.
Degree Tracks
Early Entry Physical Therapy
Early Entry Physical Therapy is a 3 + 3 option for students to enter the Doctor of Physical Therapy program after their junior year. Students are awarded the Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree after completing the first year DPT program coursework.
Entry-Level Athletic Training
Entry-Level Athletic Training is a 3 + 2 program which prepares students to complete degree requirements after the Junior Year and begin Athletic Training graduate degree courses in their senior year. Upon receiving the bachelor’s degree, students continue for the final year in the Athletic Training graduate program.
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness equips students with a comprehensive understanding of holistic health modalities, wellness principles and their integration with modern science, enabling them to promote wellbeing in body, mind and spirit. Graduates are prepared for diverse career opportunities in healthcare, wellness and community health settings.
Healthcare Innovation
Healthcare Innovation is for students interested in pursuing leadership positions within the healthcare field. Upon graduation, students are well-positioned to pursue a master’s degree in the School of Business.
OTA to BSHS
OTA to BSHS is a program designed to fast-track occupational therapy assistants into the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. Students are able to transfer up to 90 credit hours by utilizing the academic policy related to transfer credits equivalency.
Preparation for Occupational Therapy
Preparation for Occupational Therapy is designed for students wishing to apply for the Doctor of Occupational Therapy upon graduation.
Professional Studies
Professional Studies is an accelerated program for students who have an associate’s degree and a current professional license or certification in a healthcare field. Fields include, but are not limited to, physical therapist assistant, surgical technician, respiratory therapy assistant, X-ray technician and ultrasound technician. Students can transfer up to 90 credit hours by utilizing the academic policy related to transfer credit equivalency. The courses required are designed to build upon current knowledge building on the concept of health and wellness.
Second Bachelor’s Degree
Second Bachelor’s Degree Track is an option for Doctor of Physical Therapy applicants to complete a second bachelor’s degree in preparation for the DPT program. Students are awarded a Bachelor of Science in Health Science degree after completing the first year of DPT coursework and are eligible to apply for admission to the graduate DPT Program if academic progression criteria are met.
Features
- Gain understanding of the U.S. health care system and your role within it
- Engage with and support diverse populations through health and wellness
- Develop professional, communication and leadership skills necessary for a career in health care
- Experience hands-on learning through fieldwork and community-based service learning programs
Facts
Healthcare occupations are projected to grow 19 percent from 2014 to 2024, adding about 2.3 million new jobs.
Spalding is home to the first accredited professional master’s program in athletic training in the state of Kentucky and the only master’s level occupational therapy training program in Metro Louisville.
Career Options
Graduates with a bachelor’s in health science work in a variety of health care settings, including:
- health care administration
- hospitals
- public health agencies
- insurance companies
- community organizations
- rehabilitation facilities
- health care coaching
