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Health Services Capstone Program

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The Bachelor of Science degree in health services is offered as a capstone program to graduates of community colleges and technical institutions who have received an associate’s degree in a health services-related field. 

Candidates for this capstone program should currently be employed in a position such as one of the following: certified registered nurse anesthetist, dietetic and food management technician, emergency medical technician, medical assistant, medical laboratory technician, medical record technician, nuclear medicine technician, registered nurse, radiation therapy technician, respiratory therapist or health/physical education teacher.

The health services capstone program has a 33-credit distribution in liberal arts and sciences and 30 credits in one of the following two concentrations that students can choose from:

  • Business Administration - Designed for individuals who wish to move into management positions in clinics, hospitals or food services operations and for those involved in areas of supervision, personnel, leadership training, employee development, or adult education in public, private, or non-profit organizations.
  • Public Health - Offered for individuals who want to be involved in aspects of public or environmental health, nutrition or occupational safety.

Course Offerings

You will receive a well-rounded education through Point Park's core curriculum and classes in your major. Some of the courses in the health services program include:

  • Contemporary Issues in Health Services
  • Health Services Seminar
  • Environmental Health
  • Advances in Nutrition
  • Occupational Safety and Health

For a comprehensive list of program requirements and course descriptions, see the program guide and School of Arts and Sciences course descriptions.