Fall 2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
College of Health and Human Services
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Introduction
105 Health and Human Services Building, 419-372-8242
www.bgsu.edu/college-of-health-and-human-services.html
The College of Health and Human Services was the first collegiate unit in northwest Ohio devoted exclusively to academic programs in health and human services. Programs are accredited by eight national agencies and boards. (See also “Accreditation and recognition.”)
- Each area of study offers opportunities for students to spend time in practical field experiences.
- Eleven active student organizations provide career information and opportunities for professional networking.
- In 2009-10, students received more than $3.6 million in scholarships.
- The college sponsors the Natural and Health Sciences Residential Community for students who share similar academic interests.
Academic Objectives
Philosophy
Human dignity, health, and safety are three of an individual’s most prized possessions and, as such, should be protected. The professional programs offered in this college were founded in response to the needs of individuals. The education of students in this college embraces knowledge from diverse sources, including a liberal education. Students graduating from this college should be prepared to examine their roles and modify practice in response to new information. They should be able to act as catalysts in initiating and implementing new patterns of practice aimed at bettering the human condition. For these reasons, education is directed toward inspiring and developing problem-solving and creative capabilities in students. Additionally, pre-professional and professional education must be regarded as preparation for a lifetime of continued learning, which enhances the process of self-actualization for the individual.
Areas of Study
The degrees awarded by the College of Health and Human Services include:
The College of Health and Human Services also offers four minors:
Academic Advising
The College’s Advising Center, 104 Health and Human Services Building, provides the foundational advising for students beginning during the University’s orientation program and continuing throughout the students’ first year and beyond. This office provides students with advising focused on career and degree program choice, initial scheduling of appropriate courses, and understanding university policies and procedures. Additionally, faculty advisors serve as experts within their field of study and are available to assist students with information regarding the chosen degree program. Academic advising is a partnership between the student and advisors, with the ultimate responsibility for meeting graduation requirements
Guidelines for Transfer Students
Students transferring within BGSU into the College of Health and Human Services from another college must contact the College of Health and Human Services Advising Office. A meeting with an advisor will be scheduled to discuss the transfer process and to complete the required forms.
Upon admission to BGSU, students transferring from another institution will have their coursework evaluated against the BGSU requirements.
Transfer students interested in the social work program must adhere to the separate admission requirements for this program. Application deadlines are January 30 and September 30. Application packets may be downloaded from the department’s website.
Special Opportunities
Natural and Health Sciences Residential Community
Special Opportunities
Natural and Health Science Residential Community
Offenhauer Hall, 419-372-0117
Natural and Health Sciences Residential Community
The Natural and Health Sciences Residential Community (NHSRC) provides a supportive residential environment for students majoring in any of the natural/life/health sciences. The community provides assistance with courses by offering study groups, reference materials, computer software, and personal help. Faculty and staff work closely with students. Regular programs provide opportunities for students with common interests to socialize and learn more about health science and science-related professions. Special facilities within Offenhauer Hall are reserved for the community and provide quiet work spaces and study areas.
Graduate Degrees
The College of Health and Human Services offers master’s degrees in communication sciences and disorders, criminal justice, interdisciplinary gerontology, social work, and food and nutrition, as well as a doctoral degree in communication disorders. We also provide graduate students the opportunity to specialize in forensic investigations and long-term care administration.
Student Organizations
There are twelve active student organizations in the college, many connected with their national professional organizations. Students can obtain useful information about the career they have chosen as well as get to know other students with similar academic or professional interests. The organizations include:
- Allied Health Service Club
- Justice Student Association
- Environmental Health Student Organization
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association
- Pre-Nursing Club
- Pre-Physical Therapy Club
- Public Health Student Organization
- Student Organization of Social Workers
- Undergraduate Gerontology Association
- Health and Human Services Peer Mentors
- Health Care Administration Student Organization
- Medical Lab Science Student Organization
General University Requirements
BG Perspective
The College of Health and Human Services requires a minimum of nine courses from the approved list of BG Perspective courses (see BG Perspective curriculum ). The requirements include WRIT 1120 * (writing proficiency); two courses in each of the knowledge domains in natural sciences, social sciences, humanities and arts; one course in cultural diversity in the United States; and one BG Perspective elective course. One course from social sciences or humanities/arts must be from an international perspective. Some programs may include BG Perspective courses within the requirements. Students should consult an advisor.
* Note: Each student is required to complete WRIT 1120 . WRIT 1100 and/or WRIT 1110 also may be required depending on the student’s placement.
Readmission Policy
Students returning to the University after an absence who have completed a portion of a professional program must have those courses reevaluated by the program or department. It should be understood that certain courses may be outdated or lack relevancy to the current professional curriculum and may have to be repeated. Additionally, new course requirements may have been added to the curriculum by the department or by the University. Furthermore, it shall be the responsibility of the department or program to determine the appropriate checksheet for meeting the major requirements.
Preprofessional Training
Pre-Health Professions
Health and Human Services, 104 Health and Human Services, 419-372-8242
Arts & Sciences, 201 Administration Building, 419-372-2015
Students interested in health care careers that require completion of graduate or professional school to meet licensure and certification standards may enroll in any major or degree program within any college and can request to be designated as a “pre-health professional” student. Due to the rigorous admission standards for professional studies, students must meet certain standards to have their designation changed from “pre-health professional” to a more specific identifier like pre-dentistry, pre-medicine, pre-occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy, or pre-veterinary medicine. Students will work closely with their academic advisors to monitor the requirements and procedures for these various designations.
Pre-Physical Therapy
102 Health Center, 419-372-8242
Admission to graduate programs in physical therapy is selective and based upon scholarly achievement and Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores. There are no preferred majors for entrance into physical therapy programs, although students generally choose applied health science.
In the first year at BGSU, students may enroll as “pre-health professional.” They may change to “pre-physical therapy” when they have completed at least 30 hours of coursework, have declared a degree program, and have completed BIOL 2050 , CHEM 1250, and CHEM 1270 -CHEM 1280 . Upon completion of 30 hours of coursework and the above-mentioned science courses, students must have an overall 3.0 GPA. Upon meeting these criteria, students may contact their college office to replace the label of “pre-health professional” with “pre-physical therapy.” If students do not meet these criteria after 30 hours, they may keep their “pre-health professional” label for up to 60 hours. If a student has met the above criteria after 60 hours of coursework, then he or she may change to “pre-physical therapy” at that time. Once students have changed to “pre-physical therapy,” they will be expected to meet regularly with their advisors to plan their coursework for subsequent semesters. If, after 60 hours, the above criteria still have not been met, students must drop the “pre-health professional” label and must also meet with an advisor to re-evaluate future goals. Pre-PT students are encouraged to meet frequently with an advisor to ensure progress in meeting the designated prerequisites. Additional information about PT graduate programs may be found at http://www.apta.org.
Degree Program Requirements
In most cases, the sequence of courses listed for each degree program in the College of Health and Human Services must be completed in order to meet the requirements for the major or for professional certification. Upon the recommendation of the program director, and with final approval resting with the dean of the College of Health and Human Services, some courses may be substituted. Links to individual degree program pages appear below.
Minors
College Administration
105 Health Center, 419-372-8248
College Administration
James Ciesla, Ph.D., Dean, 105 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-8243
Dawn Anderson, Ph.D., Associate Dean, 105 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-8090
Melissa Burek, Ph.D., Associate Dean, 105 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-9542
Thomas Gorman, M.A., Assistant Dean, 105 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-7768
Departments
- Communication Sciences and Disorders, Kim Traver, Chair, 200 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-2515
- Human Services, Dr. Beth Sanders, Chair, 223 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-2326
- Public and Allied Health, Dr. Mary-Jon Ludy, Chair, 111 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-6040
Programs
- Criminal Justice, Andrew Kozal, MSCJ, coordinator, 223 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-2326
- Food and Nutrition, Mary-Jon Ludy, Ph.D., R.D., FAND, coordinator, 111 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-8724
- Gerontology, Wendy Watson, Ph.D., coordinator, 223 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-2326
- Health Care Administration, Sharon Schaeffer, MPH, RN, coordinator, 111 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-6040
- Health Science, Lauren Maziarz, Ph.D., MSN, coordinator, 111 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-6040
- Medical Laboratory Science, Jessica Bankey, M.P.H., M.L.S. (ASCP) C.M., coordinator, 117 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-6040
- Nursing, Marcy Beaverson, nursing advisor, 104 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-8242
- Public Health, Phil Welch, Ph.D., MCHES, coordinator, 111 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-6040
- Social Work, Margaret Adams, Ed.D., coordinator, 223 Health and Human Services Bldg., 419-372-2326
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