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Course Descriptions

 

Radiologic Sciences
  

  • RTCA 112 - Clinical Education I (2)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 111 
    This course focuses on supervised clinical experience and competency evaluation in performing radiographic procedures. It emphasizes radiation protection, patient care, equipment operation, exposure technique, and image quality evaluation.
  

  • RTCA 113 - Patient Care for the Health Sciences (2)


    This course provides the health sciences student with the fundamentals of patient care methods related to diagnostic imaging. Topics include: communicating within the healthcare arena; first aid; infection control and isolation techniques; sterile technique; body mechanics and transfer techniques; vital signs; and medical emergencies.
  

  • RTCA 121 - Radiographic Procedures I (3)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 111 
    This course focuses on radiographic positioning, equipment manipulation, and quality evaluation of radiographic studies of the upper extremity, chest cavity, abdomen, and contrast studies.
  

  • RTCA 121L - Radiographic Procedures Lab I (0)


    This course takes didactic learning and applies it to a physical (hands-on) environment. In a lab setting, students practice procedures covered in the classroom and are then tested for mastery of those procedures.
  

  • RTCA 122 - Clinical Education II (2)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 112 
    This course is a continuation of Clinical Education I (RTCA 112 ). The student will continue to apply knowledge gained from the Radiographic Procedures courses and experiences during clinical assignments. The student will participate in all radiographic procedures with emphasis placed on quality of performance and increased speed and proficiency.
  

  • RTCA 141 - Radiographic Procedures II (3)

    Prerequisites: BIOL 101 , RTCA 121 
    This course is a continuation of Radiographic Procedures I (RTCA 121 ). It includes: a study of radiographic positioning; equipment manipulation; and quality evaluation of radiographic studies of the lower extremity, bony thorax, vertebral column, cranium, and sinuses.
  

  • RTCA 141L - Radiographic Procedures Lab II (0)


    This course incorporates didactic instruction into a physical (hands-on) learning environment. In a lab setting, students practice procedures covered in the classroom, followed by a demonstration of their mastery of the various radiographic procedures.
  

  • RTCA 159 - Directed Study in Radiologic Sciences (1)


    Credit of one to three hours is available. Permission of the department chair is required for admission. This course provides directed individual or group study of a particular problem area.
  

  • RTCA 202 - Clinical Education III (2)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 122 , RTCA 141 
    This course is a continuation of Clinical Education II (RTCA 122 ). The student will continue to apply knowledge gained from the Radiographic Procedures courses and experiences during clinical rotations. The student will participate in all radiographic procedures with emphasis placed on quality of performance and increased speed and proficiency. The student will become increasingly more independent by performing procedures, as much as possible, with the indirect supervision of the staff technologists.
  

  • RTCA 212 - Clinical Education IV (3)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 202 , RTCA 231 
    This course is a continuation of Clinical Education III (RTCA 202 ). The student will continue to apply knowledge gained from the Radiographic Procedures courses and experiences during clinical rotations. The student will participate in all radiographic procedures with emphasis placed on quality of performance and increased speed and proficiency. The student will become increasingly more independent by performing procedures, as much as possible, with the indirect supervision of the staff technologists.
  

  • RTCA 214 - Principles of Image Production I (3)

    Prerequisites: PHYS 121 
    This course covers the physics of diagnostic radiography. It includes the study of basic electrical theory, leading to the production of x-rays, x-ray control circuitry, x-ray tubes and electromagnetic radiation.
  

  • RTCA 222 - Clinical Education V (3)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 212 
    This course is a continuation of Clinical Education IV (RTCA 212 ). The student will continue to apply knowledge gained from experiences during clinical rotations and the Radiographic Procedures courses previously taken. The student will participate in all radiographic procedures with emphasis placed on quality of performance and increased speed and proficiency. Students will become increasingly more independent by performing procedures they have already competency tested on, without the direct assistance of staff technologists.
  

  • RTCA 231 - Radiographic Procedures III (2)

    Prerequisites: BIOL 102 , RTCA 141 
    This is a service-learning course.
    This course is a continuation of Radiographic Procedures I and II, and will include a study of pediatric radiography and special imaging techniques in diagnostic imaging, including vascular and nonvascular procedures.
  

  • RTCA 241 - Radiobiology (1)


    This course is a study of the effects of ionizing radiation on biological systems. The course investigates responses at the molecular, cellular, and organic levels.
  

  • RTCA 244 - Principles of Image Production II (2)

    Prerequisites: RTCA 214 
    This course is a continuation of Principles of Image Production I (RTCA 214 ). It covers the theories and principles of special x-ray imaging procedures such as fluoroscopy and linear tomography. The basic structure of the atom, production of x-rays, and x-ray interactions with matter are also covered.
  

  • RTCA 251 - Radiographic Pathology (2)


    This course focuses on a study of disease as it relates to various radiographic procedures. The course will focus on any visible changes seen on a radiograph as a result of disease progression.
  

  • RTCA 253 - Radiographic Exposure and Quality Control (3)


    This course provides a study of the technical variables influencing radiographic and fluoroscopic image quality. It includes equipment considerations, prime exposure factors, image receptors, accessory exposure devices, as well as a detailed study of analog film processing and digital image processing variables influencing radiographic image quality. Also included are quality control evaluation of radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging systems, implementation procedures, equipment selection criteria, and processing quality control.
  

  • RTCA 255 - Radiography Review (3)


    This course provides a comprehensive review of Radiography in preparation for the National Certification Examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Numerous simulated registry examinations will be administered during the course.

Religion
  

  • RELB 103 - Introduction to the Bible (3)


    This course is a survey of the Bible, combined with approaches to the literature in it. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELB 125 - Jesus and Contemporary Society (3)


    This course is an exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ with special attention given to their application to personal, social, and religious issues encountered in contemporary society. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELB 159 - Directed Study (1)


    Credit of one to three hours is available. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.
    This course provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area.
  

  • RELB 159(2) - Directed Study in Religion (2)


    Permission of the department chair is required for admission.
  

  • RELB 215 - Women of the Bible (2)


    This course is a study of the women of the Bible in light of their culture and times, with attention to their achievement, character, and relevance for today. (Spring)
  

  • RELB 225 - Topics in Religion (1)


    Credit of one to three hours is available. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.
    This course provides various topics in the areas of religion and ethics and will be offered as needs and interests arise.
  

  • RELB 379 - Lessons on Living: Biblical Perspectives (3)


    This course focuses on the wisdom books of the Old Testament, the Sermon on the Mount, and the Parables of Jesus. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELB 459 - Topics in Religion (1)


    Credit of one to three hours is available. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.
    This course covers various topics in the areas of religion, theology, and ethics and will be offered as needs and interest arise.
  

  • RELE 205 - Introduction to Christian Ethics (2)


    This course helps the student lay a foundation in moral decision-making in the fields of personal, moral, and biomedical ethics. Topics and discussions are explored from a biblical perspective. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELE 305 - Ethics for Nursing and Allied Health (3)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 102 
    All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course is a survey of ethical issues facing the allied healthcare professional from a Christian perspective. Topics include confidentiality, conflict of interest, autonomy, culturally-appropriate healthpractice, reproductive issues, end-of life care, and issues in the allocation of healthcare. The student will have the opportunity to draw upon clinical practice.
  

  • RELE 405 - Christian Ethics and Healthcare (3)

    Prerequisites: BIOL 102 , BIOL 102L , BIOL 152 , BIOL 152L , ENGL 102 , RELE 205 
    Prerequisites: BIOL 102  and BIOL 102L  or; BIOL 152  and BIOL 152L ; ENGL 102 ; RELE 205 . All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course is an advanced analysis of ethical issues and options in healthcare, including cloning, euthanasia, and abortion. Topics are selected in part by student priorities. A discussion of the unique role of Christian ethical beliefs in the mission of Florida Hospital will be examined. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELP 102 - Philosophy of Healthcare (2)


    This course may be used toward a religion or humanities requirement. This course focuses on philosophy of healthcare as an introductory, interdisciplinary course which explores the assumptions underlying a career in healthcare. These assumptions include views on the moral nature of humans, their inherent value, and the ethical issues surrounding illness, suffering, and pain. These topics will be examined through a variety of learning modalities, including discussion readings, journaling, and critical-thinking exercises. Each student will have an Academic Coach that he or she will meet with outside of the class for a total of six 30-minute sessions. These sessions are arranged according to each student’s schedule, and are designed to go over an individualized learning program to help them further absorb the discussions and topics of the course as well as other classes here on campus. The course will use these learning opportunities to help students develop their critical thinking and communication skills while exploring their own philosophy of healthcare. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELP 103 - Philosophy of Healthcare (3)


    This course may be used toward a religion or humanities requirement. This course focuses on philosophy of healthcare as an introductory, interdisciplinary course which explores the assumptions underlying a career in healthcare. These assumptions include views on the moral nature of humans, their inherent value, and the ethical issues surrounding illness, suffering, and pain. These topics will be examined through a variety of learning modalities including discussion, readings, journaling, and critical-thinking exercises. Each student will have an Academic Coach that he or she will meet with outside of the class for a total of six 30-minute sessions. These sessions are arranged according to each student’s schedule, and are designed to go over an individualized learning program to help them further absorb the discussions and topics of the course as well as other classes here on campus. The course will use these learning opportunities to help students develop their critical thinking and communication skills while exploring their own philosophy of healthcare. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELP 142 - Issues in Grieving and Loss (2)


    This course is an examination of the grief process from the perspectives of the patient, the family, and the healthcare provider. Students will also explore the meaning of grief and death in various cultures and religions. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELP 245 - Introduction to Spiritual Disciplines (1)


    This course is an exploration and experiential application of the spiritual growth of the student. Models for care of the spiritual life are examined, and the potential for deepening one’s relationship with God is addressed. Topics include meditation, silence, solitude, spiritual gifts, study of scripture, and prayer. (Spring)
  

  • RELP 374 - Spiritual Dimensions of Healthcare (3)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 102 
    All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course explores the interrelationship between spirituality and healthcare delivery. Topics include identification and assessment of spirituality, the relationship between spirituality and the mind and body, spiritual development across the life span, spiritual care giving, spiritual interventions, and diverse religious/spiritual perspectives on wellness and illness. (Spring)
  

  • RELP 510 - Spirituality, Health, and Wholeness (3)
  

  • RELP 610 - Role Fidelity and the Exercise of Power (1)
  

  • RELP 800 - Identity and Mission Experience (1)


    This course offers a service-learning experience outside of the United States where personal and professional identity and mission are challenged by exposure to different cultures, resources, and experiences, encouraging growth and awareness of the needs of the international community. This course culminates in a physical therapy needs assessment integrating findings from this experience or other product agreed upon between faculty and student through a learning contract.
  

  • RELP 810 - Role Fidelity and the Exercise of Power (1)


    This course places emphasis on the biblical perspective of servant leadership in the use of authority. Issues include the recognition of boundaries in personal relations within the workplace and balancing role fidelity with personal integrity. This course includes the completion of volunteer service/participation hours in three settings: professional community, community service, and the Hope Clinic. The service-learning experience in the Hope Clinic is under the direction of faculty clinicians.
  

  • RELT 150 - Seventh-day Adventist Beliefs and Practices (1)


    This course conveys the basic commitments, beliefs, and practices of Seventh day Adventists. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELT 368 - World Religions for the Healthcare Professions (3)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 102 
    All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course is a study of the major world religions, including their history and development. The course will also familiarize the student with the major tenets and practices of these religions in the context of the healthcare professions. Available as a Baccalaureate degree course. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • RELT 510 - Identity and Mission in Faith-Based Healthcare (2)
  

  • RELT 610 - Role Fidelity and the Exercise of Power (1)
  

  • RELT 710 - Identity and Mission in Faith-Based Healthcare (2)


    This course explores the relationship between spirituality and healthcare delivery. Emphasis is placed on viewing the patient and the caregiver from the perspective of persons made in the image of God and as children of God. Students will implement sustainable practices to maintain personal well-being based on CREATION Health. Students will integrate experiential knowledge in spiritual care giving, including active listening and presence. Topics may include: diverse religious perspectives on wellness, illness, and suffering, the relationship between spirituality and the mind and body, the role of faith-based healthcare, and select bioethical issues involving whole patient care. Additional requirements for those students in the RELT 710 course include the identification, selection, and submission of opportunities for completion of the required experiences for RELP 800 and RELP 810. Resources required to complete each must be identified and submitted.
  

  • REPH 475 - Issues in Science and Religion (3)

    Prerequisites: BIOL 102 , ENGL 102  
    BIOL 102  and BIOL 102L  or BIOL 152  and BIOL 152L , ENGL 102  or permission of the department chair. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course is designed to help students develop an understanding of the issues raised by the interaction between modern science and present-day Christian thought. A brief historical overview of the conflict between science and religion is followed by an assessment of the contemporary state of this dialogue in such areas as cosmology and the origins of the universe, origins of life, the theory of Darwinian evolution, and the design argument. (Fall, Spring)

RN-BSN Nursing
  

  • NRSG 315 - Concepts of Professional Nursing for RNs (4)

    Prerequisites: CHEM 111  , CPTR 105  , ENGL 101  , ENGL 102  
    Corequisite: CHEM 112  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00). NRSG 315 is a prerequisite to all other RN-BSN nursing courses.
    This course focuses on concepts of professionalism, communication skills, and issues related to Baccalaureate-level nursing practice, nursing models, and the formation of a personal philosophy of nursing. This course, as others in the curriculum, anticipates that students, having completed computer and English classes, are able to both cite references and format papers using the APA style as a foundation for producing scholarly papers in other writing courses. The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours). Course meets the requirement for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 326 - Concepts of Professional Nursing (3)

    Prerequisites: CHEM 111  , CPTR 105  , ENGL 101  , ENGL 102  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program before Fall 2012. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00). DNRS326/NRSG326 is a prerequisite to all other baccalaureate-level courses.
    This course focuses on concepts, communication skills, and issues related to Baccalaureate-level nursing practice, nursing models, and the formation of a personal philosophy of nursing. The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours). This course meets the requirement for an oral and written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 335 - Health Promotion and Assessment for RNs (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course explores concepts of health promotion and disease prevention as they relate to specific medical conditions. Students explore assessment and health promotion strategies used to improve physical and psychosocial wellness, cultural factors contributing to health practices, risk assessment and risk reduction approaches, and health teaching. Emphasis is placed on the professional nurses’ role of health advocate and teacher. This course includes three credit hours of theory and clinical projects (45 clock-hours) This course meets the requirements for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 336 - Pathopharmacology for RNs (4)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course explores alterations in human needs resulting from maladaptive processes that disrupt the clients’ line of defense and resistance, and on the use of pharmacological agents used to minimize or ameliorate the disruptions. Emphasis is placed on the development of the students’ ability to associate pathopharmacological changes to selected clinical manifestations. Students integrate previously acquired knowledge of natural and nursing sciences, as well as application of the nursing process. Biopsychosocial, ethical, spiritual, and cultural concepts are explored. This course includes three credit hours of theory and clinical projects (45 clock-hours) This course meets the requirements for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 345 - Theoretical Foundation of Practice (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisite(s) must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course prepares students to critically analyze and apply knowledge of selected nursing philosophies, conceptual models, and theories to autonomous practice. The process by which theory is translated into evidence-based practice is studied. Students have opportunities to expand on their exploration of the link between theory, research, and evidence-based practice with an emphasis on theory-based approaches to quality client outcomes. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours) This course meets the requirements for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 355 - Physical Assessment Validation for RNs (1)

    Prerequisites: DNRS324 Concepts of Professional Nursing for RNs, All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    A self study module reviewing basic Physical Assessment skills.  Students must complete and validate their competency re: head-to-toe assessment before registering for DNRS 400 coursework.
  

  • NRSG 365 - Nursing Informatics for RNs (2)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course focuses on the application of informatics as it applies to healthcare and nursing practice. Theoretical, evidence-based, and practical approaches to information technology and technical languages and models relative to public and institutional healthcare policies governing data management will be explored. Emphasis is placed on ethical, confidential, and security issues related to the electronic health record. The course also addresses technology issues important to the future of nursing and healthcare. This course includes two credit hours of theory (30 clock hours) This course meets the requirements for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 366 - Nursing Informatics for RNs (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course focuses on the application of informatics as it applies to healthcare and nursing practice. Theoretical, evidence-based, and practical approaches to information technology and technical languages and models relative to public and institutional healthcare policies governing data management will be explored. Emphasis is placed on ethical, confidential, and security issues related to the electronic health record. The course also addresses technology issues important to the future of nursing and healthcare. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours) This course meets the requirements for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 450 - Community Health: Individuals and Groups for RNs (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course focuses on the health of the population as a whole and includes health protection, health promotion, disease prevention, and education on primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of care in a variety of public health settings. It describes the historical and current status of the healthcare delivery system and nursing status in the community. It also emphasizes and addresses specific issues of populations at risk and societal concerns that affect nursing practice in the community. It analyzes conceptual frameworks applied to nursing practice in the community and selected models from nursing and related sciences. The course examines diversity in the role of nurses in the community and describes the rapidly changing roles, functions, and practice settings. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours). This course meets the requirements for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 451 - Community Health Practicum for RNs (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315 , NRSG 450  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course builds on NRSG 450 - Community Health: Individuals and Groups for RNs (3)  with emphasis on two major clinical projects:(a) assessment of the community where the student lives, and (b) development and implementation of an educational project that addresses the learning needs of the community health client. This is a process of critically thinking about the community and involves embracing the community client as partner. The course aids the student in comprehending the vulnerabilities and challenges of the individual, family, and sub-populations by identification of community strengths and resources that are available to help with health promotion, disease prevention, and necessity to involve consumers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of healthcare efforts. This course includes three credit hours of theory and clinical projects (45 clock hours). This course meets the requirement for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 475 - Introduction to Nursing Research for RNs (4)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315 , STAT 205  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course is the study of the research processes as applied to nursing problems. Students evaluate published research findings for use in nursing practice. The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours) This course meets the requirement for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 480 - Leadership and Management in Nursing for RNs (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program Fall 2012 and thereafter. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course focuses on concepts and theoretical principles of nursing leadership and management applicable to the current healthcare environment. Students explore models related to time management, delegation, empowerment, conflict management, negotiation, and change as they relate to collaborative relationships and decision-making. Students also analyze trends and issues from a micro and global perspective to enhance an appreciation of stewardship of resources. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours). This course meets the requirement for a written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 485 - Leadership and Management in Nursing (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 326  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program before Fall 2012. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course focuses on the application of contemporary leadership and management principles in the current healthcare environment. Students will have the opportunity to observe and analyze the function of managers and healthcare executives. This course includes three credit hours of theory and clinical projects (45 clock-hours).
  

  • NRSG 490 - Health Care: Policy and Access (2)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program before Fall 2012. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course examines assumptions and circumstances leading to current U.S. health care delivery, policy-making, and finance. Consideration will be given to comparing and contrasting systems which focus on health restoration and maintenance vs. those which focus on disease management and cure. Economic implications of the regulatory changes in the present health care system and approaches to health care delivery will be explored.
  

  • NRSG 496 - Seminar in Nursing (4)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 315 , NRSG 326 , NRSG 335  , NRSG 329 , NRSG 336 , NRSG 335 , NRSG 345 , NRSG 365 , NRSG 366 , NRSG 446 , NRSG 447 , NRSG 450 , NRSG 451 , NRSG 475 , NRSG 485 , NRSG 497 , SLGA101. All prerequisites (all core nursing courses with NRSG prefix) must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in their last trimester of the RNBSN program.
    This course may not be taken concurrently with any nursing courses (NRSG prefix) except for NRSG 480  or NRSG 490  . Students may take one general education or cognate course concurrently with NRSG496 within the last trimester of the program. A student who fails NRSG496 will not be eligible to take courses concurrently with Seminar.
    This capstone course provides an opportunity for students to explore health-related issues and analyze the impact that cultural, economical, political, and/or scientific trends have on nursing and healthcare. In harmony with the current healthcare emphasis on clinical outcomes, students design and present outcome projects in areas of special clinical interest. Through these projects, the students will demonstrate application of the Neuman Systems Model and mastery of content from previous Baccalaureate courses. This course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock hours). This course meets the requirements for an oral and written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).
  

  • NRSG 497 - Nursing Research Methods (3)

    Prerequisites: NRSG 326 , STAT 205  
    Online course available only to nurses enrolled in the RN-BSN program before Fall 2012. All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course focuses on the study of the research process as applied to nursing problems. Students will evaluate published research findings for use in nursing practice. The course includes three credit hours of theory (45 clock-hours). This course meets the requirement for an oral and written communication course (see Communication Requirements  in the Academic Section of the Academic Catalog).

Sociology
  

  • SOCI 125 - Introduction to Sociology (3)


    This course is a survey of the basic processes of human association and interaction, including the dynamics of groups, social roles, communication, and mass behavior. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • SOCI 159 - Directed Study in Sociology (1)


    Credit of one to three hours is available. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.
    This course provides the student with the opportunity for directed study of a particular problem or area.
  

  • SOCI 301 - Multicultural Applications for the Health Sciences (3)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 102 , PSYC 124 , SOCI 125  
    PSYC 124  or SOCI 125 . All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    SOCI 301 enables students to develop an understanding of sociocultural and linguistic factors within the healthcare facility and ultimately the wider community. Students will explore issues relating to multiculturalism such as language, race, gender, age, ethnicity, social class, religion, physical and mental abilities, and other issues of diversity. They will explore how diversity impacts the relationship and the effectiveness of the care provider and the patient/client. Students will be able to construct their own perspective of diversity within the healthcare facility and the broader community. (Spring)
  

  • SOCI 349 - Aging and Society (3)

    Prerequisites: ENGL 102 
    All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course explores the relationship between attitudes within society and the elderly. It examines the increasing influence of senior citizens upon the norms, politics, economics, and demographics of society. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • SOCI 459 - Topics in Sociology (1)


    Credit of one to three hours is available. Permission of the department chair is required for admission.
    This course focuses on various topics in the area of sociology and will be offered as needs and interest arise.

Speech
  

  • SPCH 145 - Introduction to Public Speaking (3)


    This course emphasizes the preparation and presentation of informative and persuasive speeches, including methods of securing interest, persuasion, and delivery. The course meets the requirement for an oral communication course (see the communication requirements section in the Academic Catalog). (Fall, Spring, Summer)

Statistics
  

  • STAT 205 - Introduction to Applied Statistics (3)


    Prerequisites: Two semesters of high school algebra with a minimum grade of “B” (3.00) or a college-level math course with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00).
    This course is an introduction to statistics and its applications and is designed to prepare students to interpret and evaluate statistics and statistical methods used in published research papers and to make decisions about the appropriateness of specific statistical methods in a variety of settings. Areas of emphasis will include descriptive statistics; analysis of graphs; sampling methods; binomial, z, t, and chi-square; confidence intervals; and hypothesis testing. This course will not fulfill the pre-requisite requirements for graduate degrees. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • STAT 215 - Elementary Statistics (3)


    Prerequisites: MATH 105 , or higher level college. Two years of high school algebra with a minimum grade of “B” (3.00).
    This course is an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics, including elementary probability; probability distributions; hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • STAT 515 - Scientific Inquiry and Research (3)


    This course is a review of research designs and scientific methods of research, including concepts of validity, reliability, and standardization leading to the systematic evaluation and application of evidence-based research. The course covers qualitative and quantitative data analyses including one-sample, correlation and regression, analysis of variance and covariance, factorial and multivariate, and nonparametric methodologies relevant to healthcare. The utilization of scientific evidence through scholarly inquiry to improve business, as well as clinical processes and ultimately patient outcome, is emphasized.

Healthcare Administration
  

  • HTCA 354 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3)


    This course is an exploration of the nature of individual and group behavior as it relates to the workplace. Attention will be given to motivation, performance, and morale, as well as the supervision and leadership of employees.
  

  • HTCA 470 - Patient Care Management (3)


    This course provides an overview on how to operate and manage a healthcare organization with the purpose of improving operational efficiencies and the quality of patient care. Students will become familiar with managing different types of health care organizations. Students will learn management techniques that impact quality of care, understand the role of governance and issues in managing ancillary services. 
  

  • HTCA 480 - Human Resources Management (3)


    This course examines the role of the human resource professional as a strategic partner in managing organizations. Key functions such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations are examined. Implications of legal and global environments are appraised and current issues such as diversity training, sexual harassment policies, and rising benefit costs are analyzed.
  

  • HTCA 485 - Healthcare Strategic Planning and Decision Making (3)


    This course focuses on strategic planning for healthcare organizations. Students will learn to gauge their organization’s readiness; how to develop strategies that align with their organization’s core values; and how to involve stakeholders in the planning process. Students will also learn how to collect and analyze data to identify areas in need of improvement.
  

  • HTCA 490 - Information Systems Management (3)


    This course provides an overview of the healthcare information systems industry, its history, recent developments and continuing challenges, and a practical understanding of healthcare information systems acquisition and implementation.
  

  • HTCA 503 - Information Systems Management for Healthcare (3)


    This course provides the student with a basic background in the terminology, technology, electronic health record, security, accountability for care, and application of Information Systems in a healthcare setting. Meaningful case studies are considered to help take aim at today’s challenges while laying the groundwork for the changes ahead.
  

  • HTCA 513 - Information Systems and Healthcare Informatics (3)


    This course provides the student with a conceptual framework for database development, relational data management, use of health statistics, health indicators, confidentiality, security, and privacy in a healthcare setting. Meaningful case studies are considered to help take aim at today’s challenges while laying the groundwork for the changes ahead.
  

  • HTCA 543 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare (3)


    This course will expose students to the principles of business ethics as well as understanding clinical ethical dilemmas. In the process of reviewing these general principles, students will consider and develop their own prioritized values that would apply to their anticipated work in healthcare organizations. Special emphasis will be placed on the administrator’s ethical and social responsibility in deciding how to allocate resources and deal with conflicting interests. Governance structures and audit systems will be addressed as well as ethical frameworks for decision-making. The course considers the legal obligation and responsibilities of healthcare organizations in administration. Elements of corporation, agency, administrative, and common law are covered. In addition, voluntary and government regulations of the healthcare industry are discussed. This course critically examines the major social, political, and economic forces impacting business organizations.
  

  • HTCA 554 - Leadership and Organizational Behavior (3)


    This course explores the various leadership theories. The course focuses on leadership’s role and responsibilities in the maintenance and improvement of productivity, quality, and the competitive position of the enterprise. Critical issues such as employee motivation, interpersonal perception, communication, accommodation of the individual to the organization, individual career development, organizational impact on individual and group work behavior through design of work, and methods of evaluation and rewarding work effectiveness are explored. Students will assess their personal leadership styles. The areas of individual behavior, informal and formal organizational structure, and group dynamics will be related to leadership style and effectiveness in managing change. Students will also critically examine and learn conflict resolution skills.
  

  • HTCA 564 - Executive Leadership in Healthcare (3)


    The course focuses on the role and responsibilities of leadership in the maintenance and improvement of productivity, quality, and the competitive position of the enterprise. Critical issues such as employee motivation, interpersonal perception, communication, accommodation of the individual to the organization, individual career development, organizational impact on individual and group work behavior through design of work, and methods of evaluation and rewarding work effectiveness are examined. Students will assess their personal leadership styles. Group dynamics and its relationship to leadership style and effectiveness in managing change will be studied to enhance conflict resolution skills.
  

  • HTCA 585 - Human Resources Management (3)


    This course examines the role of the human resource professional as a strategic partner in managing today’s organizations. Key functions, such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations, are examined. Implications of legal and global environments are appraised, and current issues, such as diversity training, sexual harassment policies, and rising benefit costs, are analyzed. The best practices of employers of choice are considered.
  

  • HTCA 589 - Quality Management and Patient Safety (3)


    This course presents the basic principles and tools associated with quality management. The topics include the definition of quality and its function in health services, strategic quality planning, quality tools, customer voice, market voice, and statistical quality control. The class focuses on the specific domains of healthcare quality and patient safety. It introduces students to relevant theory, content, tools, and methods in the field of patient safety. Students will be introduced to patient safety problems and high risk contexts for error occurrence. Students will learn error theory and systems thinking, as well as methods for risk assessment and patient safety improvement. Students will be challenged to consider the roles of varied healthcare stakeholders in building a safer healthcare system.
  

  • HTCA 595 - Human Resources Strategy and Organizational Behavior (3)


    This course examines the role of human resources and organizational behavior in the healthcare environment. Key functions such as recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, retention, compensation, and labor relations are examined. Implications of legal and global environments are appraised, and current issues, such as diversity training, sexual harassment policies, and rising benefit costs, are analyzed. The application of organizational behavior theory will explore the effect of behavior, job satisfaction and performance of people working in organizations. This course provides a body of knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage and lead healthcare organizations.
  

  • HTCA 605 - Health Insurance, Managed Care and Reimbursement (3)


    This course looks in detail at the societal and managerial issues precipitated by how the U.S. healthcare system is financed. The course considers types of managed care arrangements, the impact of managed care on service provision, risk arrangements, capitation, and the changing relationships between patients, payers, providers, and employers. This course is designed to explore in-depth the predominant provider payment systems in the United States. The structure and function of employer-based insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid will be studied. An introduction of the basic structure, pricing, and management of financial risks by private health insurance plans and the estimation of future expenditures for public health insurance programs will be explored. The course also examines the operation of health insurance plans from both the buyer and the insurer perspectives; how health plans employ actuarial estimates to project the cost of their benefit package and determine the premiums they will charge; and methodology as it pertains to the projection of costs in public health insurance programs.
  

  • HTCA 613 - Healthcare Systems and Operations Management (3)


    This course introduces students to the U.S. healthcare system, both public and private sectors, and examines the structure of the health system, current topics in healthcare reform, the policy process, and advocacy for public health. The course will develop a general managerial perspective on the role of operations management in the function of a healthcare organization, at both the tactical and strategic levels. It will offer a broad survey of concepts and techniques in managing operations, with particular emphasis on a number of major operations management issues that can significantly affect the competitive position of a healthcare organization. Topics include process analysis, information technology, operations strategy, supply chain management, and forecasting.
  

  • HTCA 623 - Healthcare Systems and Governance (3)


    This course reviews the U.S. healthcare system, both public and private sectors, and examines the structure of the health system, current topics in healthcare reform, the policy process, and advocacy for public health, The course will develop a general managerial perspective on the role of operations mangement in the function of a healthcare organization at both the tactical and strategic levels, how their services are carried out, how resources are managed, and how regulatory powers are complied with and/or managed.
  

  • HTCA 630 - Quality Management and Patient Safety (3)


    This course presents the basic principles and tools associated with quality management. The topics include the definition of quality and its function in health services; strategic quality planning; quality tools; customer voice; market voice; and statistical quality control. The class focuses on the specific domains of healthcare quality and patient safety. It introduces students to relevant theory; content; tools; and methods in the field of patient safety. Students will be introduced to patient safety problems and high risk contexts for error occurrence. Students will learn error theory and systems thinking; as well as methods for risk assessment and patient safety improvement. Students will be challenged to consider the roles of varied healthcare stakeholders in building a safer healthcare system.
  

  • HTCA 635 - Quality Management and Patient Safety (3)


    This course presents principles and tools associated with quality management. The topics include the definition of quality and its function in health services; strategic quality planning; quality tools; customer voice; market voice; and statistical quality control. The class focuses on th specific domains of healthcare quality and patient safety. It introduces students to relevant theory; content; tools; and methods in the field of patient safety. Students will enhance their knowledge of patient safety problems and high-risk contexts for error occurrence. Students will learn error theory and systems thinking, as well as methods for risk assessment and patient safety improvement. Students will be challenged to consider the roles of varied healthcare stakeholders in building a safer healthcare system.
  

  • HTCA 640 - Managerial Epidemiology (3)


    This course addresses the integration of epidemiology into strategic planning and managerial decision-making in health service organizations. Epidemiological principles and tools of investigation from a managerial perspective are addressed. Course work includes environmental analysis of health behaviors and lifestyle that impact demand on healthcare delivery systems. Students will evaluate models for integration of health services, preventive programs, demand management, and continuity of care policy issues.
  

  • HTCA 643 - Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare (3)


    This course will be a comprehensive examination of principles in business ethics as well as understanding clinical ethical dilemmas. In the process of reviewing these general principles, students will consider and develop their own prioritized values that apply to work in healthcare organizations. Special emphasis will be placed on the administrator’s ethical and social responsibility in deciding how to allocate resources and deal with conflicting interests. Governance structures and audit systems will be addressed as well as ethical frameworks for decision-making. The course considers the legal obligation and responsibilities of healthcare organizations in administration. Elements of corporation, agency, administrative, and common law are covered. In addition, voluntary and government regulations of the healthcare industry are discussed. This course critically examines the major social, political, and economic forces impacting business organizations.
  

  • HTCA 653 - Healthcare Policy and Politics (3)


    This course’s objective is to engage students in weighing both the policy and political tradeoff s raised by health reform, while examining the formulation and implementation of health policy in the U.S. healthcare system. Emphasis is on the application of analytical contributions from health economics, scientific inquiry and research, and other policy-related disciplines to current issues in healthcare delivery, organization, and financing.
  

  • HTCA 663 - Global Healthcare Policy and Politics (3)


    This course’s objective is to engage students in weighing both the policy and political tradeoffs raised by health reform, while examining the formulation and implementation of health policy globally. Emphasis is on the application of analytical contributions from health economics, scientific inquiry and research, and other policy-related disciplines to current issues in healthcare delivery, organization, and financing. Students compare and contrast U.S. healthcare policies to those of other nations and explore the potential applications of importing and exporting these practices to demonstrate how political, economic, social, and cultural determinants have shaped teh evolution of current national , regional, and local healthcare policies.
  

  • HTCA 680 - Strategic Planning and Management (3)


    This course applies the knowledge and techniques learned in earlier courses in an integrated fashion to the process of strategic decision-making and organizational change. The course develops the analytical and financial skills to gain competitive advantage in a dynamic business climate. Students learn how to evaluate the business environment, assess an organization’s strengths and capabilities, and decide between competing strategies. Topics considered will be the relationship of organizations to their environments, the hierarchy of organizational objectives, structured as well as informal approaches to strategic planning, the integration of business functions, organizational structure, and evaluation.
  

  • HTCA 685 - Executive Strategic Planning and Management (3)


    This course applies the knowledge and techniques learned in earlier courses in an integrated fashion to the process of strategic decision-making and organizational change. The course develops the analytical and financial skills to gain competitive advantage in a dynamic business climate. Students learn how to evaluate the business environment, assess an organization’s strengths and capabilities, decide between competing strategies, understand asssessment, strategy formulation, and implementation and control.
  

  • HTCA 690 - Healthcare Administration Capstone (3)


    This course is designed to assimilate and integrate knowledge and skills from previous coursework and field experiences. The class focuses on the key issues impacting the administration of today’s healthcare organizations and explores how those issues impact the delivery of care.
  

  • HTCA 695 - Residency (3)


    This course is designed for those who are currently in a field other than healthcare or do not have a minimum of two years’ work experience in healthcare administration. Students learn to apply concepts and theories of management under the direct supervision of a practitioner as well as a faculty member. To initiate the contractual arrangements for the course, a student must meet with an MHA advisor and the appropriate faculty during the semester preceding enrollment.
  

  • HTCA 699 - Thesis (3)
  

  • HTSC 495 - Internship (6)

Nurse Anesthesia
  

  • MSNA 501 - Clinical Conference I (1)

    Prerequisites: MSNA 531  MSNA 532  MSNA 524  
    This course promotes beginning synthesis of current anesthesia topics and research through review and application of current anesthesia literature to service and healthcare as ministry.
  

  • MSNA 502 - Clinical Conference II (1)

    Prerequisites: MSNA 501  MSNA 533  MSNA 534  MSNA 621  
    This course promotes synthesis of current anesthesia topics and research through review and application of current anesthesia literature, as well as presentation and discussion of morbidity and mortality of clinical cases.
  

  • MSNA 503 - Clinical Conference III (1)

    Prerequisites: MSNA 502  MSNA 622  MSNA 635  MSNA 636  
    This course promotes synthesis of current anesthesia topics and research through review and application of current anesthesia literature, as well as presentation and discussion of morbidity and mortality of clinical cases.
 

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