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AHS 1101: Orientation to the Health Careers


This is a one-credit course designed for undergraduate students who want to explore health sciences majors and health professions. 1 cr. (A-F or S-N)

Students will: 

  1. Assess their own interests, values, personality and abilities as they relate to health careers.
  2. Gain an understanding of the competency, professionalism and decision-making skills necessary to succeed in health professions through guest speakers, class discussion and the media.
  3. Learn more about health-related academic majors and health professions through resource exploration, informational interviews, and guest presentations by health professionals.
  4. Integrate the knowledge acquired to develop goals and an action plan to pursue their career choice. The format of the course will incorporate a combination of in-class and out-of-class activities including large and small group discussions, guest speakers, experiential exercises and other process-oriented activities.

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