The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Allied Health Science is a degree completion program designed for allied health professionals. The program includes a set of eight required courses that all students must take, along with SUNY General Education and other academic requirements, to be eligible to receive a degree. The required courses can be found on the “Program Details” tab. Students should speak with their mentor to see if any credit earned through Individualized Credit for Prior Learning (iCPL) or Professional Learning Evaluation (PLE) might fulfill these course requirements. Courses are offered online, through independent studies, or through a blended approach. 

Qualifying professions include clinical laboratory technicians, dental assistants and hygienists, diagnostic medical sonographers (including basic or specialty), histological technologists, massage therapists, nuclear medicine technologists, paramedics, physical or occupational therapy assistants, polysomnographers, radiation therapists, radiologic technologists, respiratory therapists, and surgical technologists.

*Some medical assistants and LPNs can qualify by exception with the program coordinator’s approval. An associate degree in a specific health-related field and relevant experience are required.

Program Admission Requirements

• An associate degree or diploma in allied health or related field, which leads to licensure or certification, from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A current license or certification for those professions requiring licensure or certification.
• The completion of a minimum of 12 credits in the natural and social sciences
• Anatomy and Physiology (A & P) I and II with lab, or the A & P required for their health professional prelicensure program

Program Details

The B.S. in Allied Health Science degree program includes the following required courses:

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
ALLH 4005	Transition to Baccalaureate Health Professions	4
ALLH 3020	Quality Systems and Improving Health Care Outcomes	4
ALLH 3040	The Healthcare Delivery System for Allied Health Professionals	4
ALLH 3030	Contemporary Applications of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in Healthcare	4
HSCI 3200	Health Informatics	4
HLAD 3045	Healthcare Ethics	4
HLAD 4020	Leadership in Healthcare	4
NURS 3035	Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Global Health	4

Elective Requirements- 12 Credits

Electives are chosen based on student interest. In addition, the following professional certifications have been approved to meet elective requirements: American Heart Association (ACLS); American Heart Association (PALS); American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) Mammography, Computed Tomography, or Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification. National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Please speak with your mentor about other professional certifications that may be used. 

Learning Outcomes

Students completing a B.S. in Allied Health Science will be able to: 

• Integrate knowledge from the health, biological and social sciences, and the humanities to provide culturally competent care to individuals, families and communities.
• Apply a variety of communication strategies in establishing positive relationships with patients, families and members of the health care team.
• Use evidence and information technology to enhance patient safety and promote quality care outcomes.
• Integrate principles of leadership in promoting collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Analyze how the baccalaureate-prepared health care provider develops professional role identity, including consideration of values, and legal and ethical aspects to healthcare practice.