Personnel
Chair: Keith Snyder
Faculty: Joyce Azevedo, Aaron Corbit, Paolo Dias, Ann Foster, Noemi Gonzalez, Rick Norskov, Tim Trott
Program Adviser: Randy Bishop
Program Coordinator: Randy Bishop
Medical Laboratory Science Adviser: Noemi Gonzalez
Medical Laboratory Science: Daniel Gonzalez, Tim Newkirk, Melissa Poua, Karen Reiner, Tasha Simpson
About
The Allied Health Professions are rapidly growing areas of specialization within the health care industry. Job openings are plentiful and pay scales are comparable to other professionals in health care. The department offers a B.S. degree in Medical Laboratory Science and A.S. degrees in a number of Allied Health fields.
Mission Statement
The Allied Health branch of the Biology/Allied Health Department exists to coordinate the advising of students who require prerequisite courses for entrance into a variety of clinical programs in the medical, dental, and health professions, as well as to promote these professions as meaningful career options providing opportunities for Christian service.
Assessment
The programs in this department vary extensively depending on the particular health career and the requirements of the specific schools which offer the clinical programs. Southern Adventist University continually monitors the requirements of these clinical programs and modifies its pre-professional curricula to meet the changes when they are made. Continual assessment is made essentially by the advisers in the department who measure their effectiveness by their success in structuring programs to meet individual student needs and to meet requirements of the professional school where the student will transfer. The entrance rate of students into professional programs is also used to assess adequacy of class offerings and program requirements.
Associated Programs
About
Students who plan to graduate from Southern with an Associate Degree in Allied Health must meet the A.S. degree General Education requirements of Southern as well as the entrance requirements of the clinical program to which they will be applying.
Applications for transfer to the colleges offering Allied Health programs should be made during the first semester of the final year at Southern. Students should consult the program that they plan to apply to for specific application deadlines.
Most programs require a minimum of a "C" grade for transfer credits. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 is required for the Associate of Science degree at Southern, but grade point averages between 2.00 and 2.50 are considered minimal for entrance to the junior year of most clinical Allied Health programs. Some programs require the Allied Health Professions Admissions Test (AHPAT).
Note: Due to rapidly changing health care requirements, please contact the individual college/university for recent curriculum changes.
The major Allied health areas in which an Associate Degree may be earned at Southern Adventist University are:
- Two year A.S. degree:
- Pre-Dental Hygiene
- Pre-Nutrition and Dietetics
- Pre-Speech Language Pathology & Audiology
- Three year A.S. degree:
The department also offers one-year curricula to meet requirements for entrance into the following Allied Health degree programs:
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (Associate in Science Degree)
- Physical Therapy Assistant (Associate in Science Degree)
- Radiation Technology (Associate and Bachelor of Science Degrees)
For details on these or other programs not offered at Southern Adventist University contact:
Allied Health Programs Adviser
Southern Adventist University
P.O. Box 370
Collegedale, TN 37315-0370
Requirements
- Select an Emphasis/Concentration below to see program requirements.
Pre-Dental Hygiene Emphasis
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About
Dental hygienists provide preventative dental care and encourage patients to develop good oral hygiene skills. In addition to carrying out clinical responsibilities such as cleaning and scaling teeth, hygienists educate patients in ways to develop and maintain good oral health. Although most hygienists work with individual patients, some develop and promote community dental health programs. In addition to career opportunities within dental offices, dental hygienists apply their skills and knowledge in other career activities including office management, business administration, dental hygiene education, research and marketing of dental related equipment and materials.
The program below meets admission requirements for Loma Linda University, as well as Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be modified to meet the requirements of other schools. For a complete description of Southern's General Education requirements, refer to Academic Policies.
NOTE: C is the lowest acceptable grade
REQUIRED COURSES (44 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 2 credit(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
- Select 1 credits from ADAC (Adventure Activity), PEAC (General Ed Activity Classes) , except:
- Select 2 credit(s):
GENERAL EDUCATION (15 Total Credits) - Minimum 15 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 64 (5 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 64
Pre-Nutrition & Dietetics (Andrews University) Emphasis
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About
Dietitians and nutritionists use their knowledge of the principles of nutrition to help people develop healthy eating habits. Dietitians may be involved in setting up and supervising food service systems for institutions such as hospitals, prisons, and schools; and promoting sound eating habits through education and research. Clinical dietitians provide nutritional services for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, or doctors' offices. Community dietitians counsel individuals and groups on nutritional practices designed to prevent disease and promote good health. Management dietitians are responsible for large scale meal planning and preparation in such places as hospitals, nursing homes, company cafeterias, and schools.
The program below meets the admission requirements for Andrews University, as well as Southern Adventist University’s requirements for an A.S. degree. For a complete description of Southern’s General Education requirements, refer to Academic Policies.
This program can be modified to meet requirements of other schools as well.
Note: C is the lowest acceptable grade in this program.
REQUIRED COURSES (44 Total Credits) GENERAL EDUCATION (15 Total Credits) - Minimum 15 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 64 (5 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 64
Pre-Nutrition & Dietetics (Loma Linda University Track) Emphasis
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About
Dietitians and nutritionists use their knowledge of the principles of nutrition to help people develop healthy eating habits. Dietitians may be involved in setting up and supervising food service systems for institutions such as hospitals, prisons, and schools; and promoting sound eating habits through education and research. Clinical dietitians provide nutritional services for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, or doctors' offices. Community dietitians counsel individuals and groups on nutritional practices designed to prevent disease and promote good health. Management dietitians are responsible for large scale meal planning and preparation in such places as hospitals, nursing homes, company cafeterias, and schools.
The program below meets admission requirements for Loma Linda University, as well as Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. For a complete description of Southern's General Education requirements, refer to Academic Policies.
This program can be modified to meet requirements of other schools as well.
NOTE: C is the lowest grade accepted by Loma Linda. Students must have a 3.0 GPA in both the Science and non-Science prerequisites.
REQUIRED COURSES (46 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
- Select 1 credits from ADAC (Adventure Activity), PEAC (General Ed Activity Classes) , except:
- Select 2 credit(s):
GENERAL EDUCATION (15 Total Credits) - Minimum 15 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 64 (3 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 64
Pre-Physical Therapy (Andrews University Track) Emphasis
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About
Adviser: Randy Bishop
Physical therapists work to improve the mobility, relieve the pain, and prevent or limit the permanent disability of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Their patients include accident victims or handicapped individuals with such conditions as nerve injuries, amputations, low back pain, arthritis, and heart disease. Some physical therapists treat a wide variety of problems and others specialize in such areas as pediatrics, orthopedics, and sports physical therapy. The working environment of physical therapists varies from specially equipped facilities in hospitals or clinics to schools, private offices, and private homes.
Andrews University Track
The program below meets Andrews University admission requirements, as well as Southern Adventist University’s requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be modified to meet the requirements of other schools. The Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Andrews is three years (nine semesters) in length. For a complete description of Southern’s General Education requirements, refer to Academic Policies.
Andrews University Admission and Degree Requirements:
Observation Hours: Students must complete a minimum of 80 observation hours supervised by a licensed physical therapist in at least 3 different settings; at least 20 hours must be in an inpatient acute care or hospital setting. Please note that sub-acute, rehab, skilled nursing home or extended care facilities do not qualify as a hospital or acute care setting. See PTCAS for a copy of an Observation Hour Verification form.
REQUIRED COURSES (70 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select HLED (Health Education), PETH (Physical Education Theory) Electives from courses numbered 300 - 499 (3 credits)
- Select 3 credits from RELB (Biblical Studies), RELT (Religion and Theology) -
GENERAL EDUCATION (15 Total Credits) - Minimum 15 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES (7 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 92
Pre-Speech-Lang Pathology & Audiology Emphasis
Catalog 2024 — Indefinite
About
Adviser: Randy Bishop
Speech-language pathologists identify, assess, and treat persons with speech and language disorders while audiologists assess and treat hearing impaired individuals. Because both occupations are concerned with communication, individuals competent in one area must be familiar with the other. The duties of speech-language pathologists and audiologists vary. Most, however, provide direct clinical services to individuals with communication disorders. In speech, language, and hearing clinics they may independently develop and implement a treatment program. In private medical centers and other facilities, they may be part of a team that develops and executes a treatment plan. In schools they may help administrators develop individual or group programs, counsel parents on prevention of hearing disorders, and assist professors with classroom activities.
The program below meets admission requirements for Andrews University and Loma Linda University, as well as Southern Adventist University's requirements for an A.S. degree. This program can be modified to meet the requirements of other schools. For a complete description of Southern's General Education requirements, refer to Academic Policies.
Note: C is the lowest acceptable grade for AU and LLU.
REQUIRED COURSES (38 Total Credits) - Course(s):
- Select 3 credit(s):
- * Students applying to Andrews University must take PHYS 137.
- Select 1 credits from ADAC (Adventure Activity), PEAC (General Ed Activity Classes) , except:
- Select 2 credit(s):
- Select 1 course(s):
- Select 2 credit(s):
GENERAL EDUCATION (15 Total Credits) - Minimum 15 credits
- General Education requirements
ELECTIVES TO = 64 (11 Total Credits) Grand Total Credits: 64
Sample Degree Plan
Grand Total Credits: