Allied Health

Mission

The mission of the Associate of Arts in Allied Health programs is to provide a course of study that enhances a student’s foundational knowledge in the area of health sciences with a specific focus on allied health components embedded into a traditional plan of general education courses. The unique design enables students to transition into baccalaureate plans of study within the health professions as well as providing the critical thinking and integration skills necessary for career advancement.

The mission of the Associate of Science in Allied Health program is to provide a focused course of study with a strong foundation in mathematics and sciences along with selected general education courses. The program is designed for students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in nursing, pre-med, pre-dental, or other professional programs in the biomedical sciences.

Program Goals of the Associate of Arts in Allied Health

• To provide a broad and relevant educational experience through a selection of contemporary courses that will enable students to learn fundamental concepts in the allied health disciplines.
• To prepare graduates with academic skills in oral and written communication, quantitative and qualitative reasoning, critical thinking and information literacy.
• To foster an active learning environment that promotes informed and ethical participation as citizens of the world.
• To enroll and graduate students who demonstrate knowledge for entry-level positions in allied health fields and professions and understand the importance of pursuing advanced degrees.

Program Goals of the Associate of Science in Allied Health

• To prepare graduates with problem-solving skills and with a disposition towards problem- solving in mathematics and science.
• To provide an educational experience that fosters scientific inquiry and mathematical investigation.
• To prepare graduates with academic skills in oral and written communication, quantitative and qualitative reasoning, critical thinking and information literacy.
• To enroll and graduate students who demonstrate knowledge for entry-level positions in allied health fields and professions and understand the importance of pursuing advanced degrees.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate effective communication skills while interacting with peers, health instructors, and health care professionals.
• Students will model collaboration skills while working with peers, health instructors, and health care professionals.
• Students will utilize information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, and support decision-making.
• Students will exhibit foundational knowledge, professionalism and skills suitable to furthering their education in nursing or other health care careers.

Associate of Arts in Allied Health Degree Requirements

Upon recommendation of the faculty, the College of Arts and Sciences will confer the degree of Associate of Arts in Allied Health upon students who have fulfilled the following requirements:

• Completion of the 60 hours of the required program of study for the AA degree. At least 25 percent MUST be earned from Rockhurst University to meet the residency requirement.
• A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 with no grade below C counting towards graduation.

Associate of Science in Allied Health Degree Requirements

Upon recommendation of the faculty, the College of Arts and Sciences will confer the degree of Associate of Science in Allied Health upon students who have fulfilled the following requirements:

• Completion of the 60 hour minimum required by the program of study for the AS degree. At least 25 percent MUST be earned from Rockhurst University to meet the residence requirement.
• Achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 with no grade below C counting towards graduation.

See Allied Health, A.A.  and  Allied Health, A.S.  

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