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Jan 31, 2025
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2024-2025 Catalog
Allied Health Science (AHS-BS), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences is designed for students who want to prepare for advancement in a wide range of healthcare disciplines. With two concentrations available, you can customize your degree by taking courses that align with your professional goals. Your required courses will assist you in building a foundation that moves you forward. This online degree works around your busy schedule.
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Traditional Concentration: This is designed specifically for students who have already earned or are currently pursuing an associate degree in an approved healthcare discipline.
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General Concentration: This is designed for students who desire a BS degree in healthcare but have not earned or are not pursuing an AAS degree in an approved healthcare discipline.
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Program Outcomes
- Graduates will obtain employment in a position that has more responsibility and higher pay than the position held at the time of enrollment in the program.
- Graduates will demonstrate the ability to apply previously learned knowledge.
- Graduates will be able to identify future trends in health care.
New Student Admission Requirements
Traditional Concentration Only: Must be enrolled in an associate degree program within the College of Health Professions or have completed an associate degree in an approved health specialty from an accredited college or university.
- 2.70 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.69 with college approval)
- Minimum Composite Score of ACT 18/SAT 950 OR 3.0 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) and Composite ACT 17/SAT 900
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- Combined college or university GPA of 2.50 (on a 4.00 scale) from all institutions attended.
- Traditional Concentration Only: Students must have previously earned an associate degree in a health specialty from an accredited college or university or be enrolled within an associate degree program within the College of Health Professions at Ferris State University.
- Transfer equivalency for Ferris State University’s ENGL 150 or placement during the first semester at Ferris State University which would require an English ACT score of 16 or higher; or ERW SAT score of 450 or higher; or English Accuplacer score of 6 or higher.
- Transfer equivalency for Ferris State University’s MATH 114 or MATH 115 or placement during the first semester at Ferris State University which would require a Math ACT score of 19 or higher; Math SAT of 500 or higher; or Math Accuplacer scores: Elementary Algebra score 75 or higher and College Level Math 0 to 49.
University Requirements - 39 to 41 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 39 to 40 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Natural Sciences Competency - 6 Credits Required Met in Associate
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course.
Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course. Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course. United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes. College Requirements - 84 Credits Required
College of Health Professions (COHP) Core Curriculum - 15 Credits Required
Concentrations - 69 Credits Required
Choose One Concentration.
Clinical Concentration - 69 Credits Required
Clinical Concentration Major Courses - 19 Credits Required
Professional and Clinical Courses - 50 Credits Required (Advisor Approval)
General Concentration - 69 Credits Required
General Concentration Major Courses - 19 Credits Required
Advisor Approved Electives - 50 Credits
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.
University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
- A 2.50 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum grade of C must be earned in all courses.
Suggested Semester Layout
Clinical Concentration Suggested Semester Layout
First and Second Year
Completed with an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Allied Health Sciences (AHS) or an approved Associate of Applied Science (AAS) transfer degree in a health professions program.
General Concentration Suggested Semester Layout
Spring Courses
Self and Society Competency Credit Hours: 3
Major Courses Credit Hours: 12
Spring Courses
Self and Society Competency Credit Hours: 3
Major Courses Credit Hours: 9
Natural Sciences Competency Credit Hours: 3-4
Fall Courses
Elective Courses Credit Hours: 15
Contact Information
Health Administration and Health Information - College of Health Professions
(231) 591-2270
[email protected]
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