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B.S. in Health Sciences Degree for the Occupational Therapy Assistant

Students with an associate's degree can now pursue a bachelor's degree in Health Sciences fully online from Walsh University in as little as four semesters. Upon completion of their bachelor's degree, students may elect to continue their coursework in pursuit of a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree at Walsh.

Average Length of
Program: 12-24 Months

Average Program Cost:
$18,000*

Next Start Dates:
May 5, June 30, August 18

Why Walsh?

  • Personal Attention. Our class sizes are small, giving students more one-on-one attention from their instructors.
  • Accelerated Format. Designed for busy, working adults, this degree can be completed by taking online courses offered in accelerated 8-week sessions.
  • Responsible Best Practices. As part of the Walsh University mission, we place a great deal of focus on the ethical practice of health sciences.

The Walsh Advantage

  • Earn your degree online from an accredited, trusted university
  • Affordable, transparent tuition
  • Military Friendly designation
  • Tuition deferment/payment plans available (Ask for details!)
  • Personalized attention from expert faculty
  • Earn credits for previous life experience and work training

Career Opportunities

Upon completing a B.S. in health sciences, graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths within the healthcare field. Many graduates opt to continue their education in graduate school, earning an MOT degree from Walsh University.

Admission Requirements

  • Must be age 21 or older
  • Accepts transfer coursework of a C- or higher
  • 2.0 GPA or higher
  • Apply (Free)
  • Submit Documents (High School and College Transcripts and Resume) Electronically to degreecompletion@walsh.edu  or Mailed Directly to: 
    • Walsh University, Degree Completion & Online Programs
      2020 East Maple Street
      North Canton, OH 44720
  • Talk to a Walsh Enrollment Manager about Transfer Credits and Additional Credits for Prior Learning
  • Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) , use Walsh’s school code: 003135
  • Review Degree Plan, Financial Aid and Enroll!

View complete list of admission requirements.

Review the complete BS in Health Sciences Program Curriculum Outline.

 

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Questions?

Please contact Bridget England at bengland@walsh.edu


*Factoring in work experience, transfer credits, and aid. Every student’s situation is different. For a customized estimate, please contact the Office of Admissions.

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Degree Completion Graduate Story

Meet Jenn, Class of 2020

Health Sciences Core Curriculum Highlights

This course presents fundamental statistical concepts and tools for understanding and analyzing data from studies in the social and behavioral sciences. Topics include: measures of central tendency, variability, probability and statistical inference, correlation, hypothesis testing, t-tests, Chi square, and ANOVA. Students will utilize a computer program (e.g., SPSS, Excel) for the statistical analyses.Final grade must be C or better for Psychology majors. Offered fall and spring semesters.

Prerequisite: MATH 104.

This course examines ethics, decision-making and interpersonal skills essential for social and behavioral science professionals. Theories, case studies and activities are used to reinforce major course concepts. This course is for students enrolled in the Degree Completion (DC) only. Next offered: TBD.

Study of human motion based on anatomical, physiological, and mechanical principles. Analysis of motor skills includes detection and correction of faulty movements. Lectures provide the framework for all class activities. They aim to link the student's knowledge of anatomy with mechanics to provide an understanding of how movement is produced in individuals. The lectures also provide information about the history, scope, and impact of biomechanics. The class introduces students to the physics of movement that underpin biomechanics, and to the measurement procedures utilized. Students will examine these principles for a variety of activities including: walking, running, jumping, quiet standing, throwing, striking, and reaching. Laboratory activities emphasize the qualitative and quantitative analysis of human movement. These sessions require students to work effectively individually and in groups to collect data, and then work independently to analyze and interpret their data. Offered every semester.

Prerequisite: BIO 209, 210.

An introduction to writing in the workplace, this course will emphasize traditional aspects such as job application materials, memo formats, proposals, and discourse analysis. These traditional materials are developed in electronic media as students develop their own web pages in order to immerse themselves in the world of professional writing today. Students develop their web presence using HTML and image processing software. They also become familiar with PowerPoint and the fine art of writing presentations.

Prerequisites: ENG 102 or HON 103.

The course is a general survey of the topics in industrial and organizational psychology. This course will provide students with an introduction to the key concepts, theories, and research methods in I/O Psychology. Topics include: job analysis, performance appraisals, recruitment and selection, personnel law, training, motivation, job attitudes, and leadership. The skills and topics covered in this course can help you become a better employee, co-worker, or manager. PSYC 120 Recommended.

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