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ARCHIVED 2023-2024 Graduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2023-2024 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Health Sciences (M.H.S.)


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Program Description

The Master of Health Sciences degree program requires a minimum of 33 semester hours of approved graduate coursework. The curriculum is composed of two parts: (1) core courses and (2) concentrations in health education, health management, nutrition, and emergency medical care. 

In addition to the academic requirements, students are expected to adhere to the technical and professional standards of the program. For the most up-to-date information regarding these standards, program suspension, and termination refer to the program’s website at the College of Health and Human Sciences.

 

Program Admission Requirements

In addition to the Graduate School Admission Requirements, all applicants must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 in all upper-level undergraduate coursework and submit three recommendations from former instructors or employers who are in a position to judge the applicant’s aptitude for graduate study, as well as a goal statement. Applicants who are admitted to the program must own or have access to a computer with Internet service that meets the minimum guidelines set by the WCU Information Technology division.

Core Courses (18 hours)


Concentrations (15 hours)


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