Health Sciences
Health Sciences at UAS offers students in Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka entry level training courses and preparatory programs for careers in health care. Students acquire knowledge, skills, and learning opportunities in supportive classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments. Popular courses include those which enable students to sit for state certifications such as Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training. Students wishing to enter careers such as nursing and radiologic technology can take all of the pre- and co-requisite courses needed for successful application to either in-state or state-wide programs.
Health Sciences Program Sheet (1.6Mb)
Associate of Applied Science: Health Sciences
Associate degree programs are areas of study designed to prepare students academically for admission to a bachelor degree program.
Typically an associate degree program is 60 credits (two years).
The AAS in Health Sciences requires 60-69 credits, depending upon specialty track. Of these, 31 credits are in GERs, 20 credits are in biology and chemistry, and 9 credits make up the core Health Science courses. 20 credits must be at the 200 level or above. At least 15 credits must be taken at UAS. A minimum grade of C (2.0) is required in all courses.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (2012-2013 CATALOG)
| Minimum credit hours | 61 | ||
| General Education Requirements | 31 | ||
| Written Communication Skills | |||
| ENGL | S111 | Methods of Written Communication | 3 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits) | |||
| ENGL | S211 | Intermediate Composition: Writing about Literature | 3 |
| ENGL | S212 | Technical Report Writing | 3 |
| Oral Communication Skills | |||
| Select one from the following (3 credits) | |||
| COMM | S111 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication* | 3 |
| COMM | S235 | Small Group Communication & Team Building* | 3 |
| COMM | S237 | Interpersonal Communication* | 3 |
| COMM | S241 | Public Speaking* | 3 |
| *Grade of C or better | |||
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| Computational Skills | |||
| MATH | S105 | Intermediate Algebra (or higher) | 4 |
| Social Science | |||
| PSY | S101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY | S250 | Lifespan Development | 3 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits) | |||
| ANTH | S101 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| ANTH | S202 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| Humanities | |||
| PHIL | S201 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| ___ | S___ | Fine Arts course | 3 |
| ___ | S___ | Humanities course | 3 |
| SCIENCE REQUIREMENTS | 20 | ||
| BIOL | S111 | Human Anatomy and Physiology-I | 4 |
| BIOL | S112 | Human Anatomy and Physiology-II | 4 |
| BIOL | S240 | Introductory Microbiology | 4 |
| CHEM | S103 | Introduction to General Chemistry | 4 |
| CHEM | S104 | A Survey of Organic and Biochemistry | 4 |
| MAJOR REQUIREMENTS | 9 | ||
| HS | S135 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| HS | S203 | Science of Nutrition | 3 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits) | |||
| HS | S101 | Introduction to Health Sciences | 3 |
| HS | S206 | Introduction to Environmental Health | 3 |
| SKILLS OPTIONS | 1-9 | ||
| HS | S102 | Fundamentals of CPR and First Aid | 1 |
| HS | S105 | Certified Nurses Aide Training | 9 |
| HS | S118 | ETT-First Responder | 3 |
| HS | S119 | Emergency Medical Technician-I | 6 |
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UAS is an open enrollment institution, this means that you do not have to be in a UAS degree program to take a class. Anyone can take our classes as long as they meet the course pre-requisites.
Provides a description of health care professions and the interdisciplinary team, job responsibilities, educational and licensing requirements, employment trends, and salary ranges for health related careers. Students will have an exposure to the history and development of health care in Alaska and the United States. Health care issues will be examined with an emphasis on ethics and cultural diversity. The principles of critical thinking will be introduced and communication skills will be promoted through collaborative discussion, presentation, and projects.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80110 | T01 | Leslie Gordon | SC110 Tue, Thu 8:00a - 9:40a 9/3 - 12/14 |
This local Sitka course is a stacked/hybrid class with e-learning students. Local Sitka students will meet on campus. Go to: www.uas.alaska.edu/sitka/start to get started in your class.
Tuition and fees: $528 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80111 | TD1 | Leslie Gordon | DISTELIVE Tue, Thu 8:00a - 9:40a 9/3 - 12/14 |
This course is a stacked/hybrid class with local Sitka students. Students participate in real time online meetings as scheduled. Go to: www.uas.alaska.edu/sitka/start to get started in your distance class. Order books from MBS Direct.
Tuition and fees: $568 (additional charges may apply)
Basic CPR techniques and First Aid for controlling bleeding, shock, seizures, obstructed airway/choking, hot and cold-related emergencies, and diabetic crisis. Signs and symptoms of stroke and heart attack are reviewed, as is use of A.E.D. Safety and prevention practices are discussed. The course meets certification requirements for child care providers, outdoor guides, lifeguards, home health aides, group homes, and certified nurse aids. Course materials are derived from American Safety and Health Institute and American Heart Association guidelines.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78852 | J01 | Sandi Kelly | BRC110 Saturday 8:30a - 5:30p 11/8 - 11/9 BRC110 Friday 5:00p - 9:30p 11/8 - 11/9 |
Tuition and fees: $196 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78853 | J02 | Sandi Kelly | BRC110 Saturday 8:30a - 5:30p 11/22 - 11/23 BRC110 Friday 5:00p - 9:30p 11/22 - 11/23 |
Tuition and fees: $196 (additional charges may apply)
Trains students in basic skills needed to assist nurses and to be efficient health care team members. Successful students qualify to sit for the Alaska State Nurse Aide certification exam. Minimum 75 lecture hours and 80 lab/practicum hours.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval and completed application are required.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78857 | J01 | Christine Urata | BRC208 Tue, Thu 8:30a - 2:30p 9/3 - 10/25 BRC110 Saturday 8:00a - 6:00p 10/26 - 10/26 WFCT Tue, Thu, Sat 6:30a - 2:30p 10/27 - 11/11 BRC208 Tue, Thu 8:30a - 2:30p 11/12 - 12/14 |
Pick-up and return completed applications to the Health Sciences Program Coordinator at (907) 796-6128 or e-mail eawilliams2@uas.alaska.edu. Completed applications include personal data, health screening form (including TB test), and criminal background check. Please note that clinical days will be from 6:30a to 2:30p.
Tuition and fees: $2089 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79683 | K01 | Melissa Withers | ROBT111 Tue, Thu 8:00a - 5:00p 9/10 - 11/14 |
Overview and orientation for course offered to interested students July 23 at noon or July 24 at 5:30pm or by appointment. English assessment may be required for acceptance. Preregistration not available. Registration opens April 15. Students are responsible for additional requirements and fees not included in the university tuition and fees. Registration is not complete until full payment is made. Students must meet with UAS staff prior to first day of class to return completed packet.
Tuition and fees: $2029 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80112 | T01 | Rebecca Austin | SC Tuesday 5:00p - 9:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
A background check and proof of immunization will be due during the first class.
Tuition and fees: $1746 (additional charges may apply)
Training to provide assessment of and basic care for persons with medical emergency in pre-hospital settings. Conditions include acute trauma, pulmonary arrest, wounds, cardiac arrest, shock, fractures, and childbirth. Techniques are presented for lifting and moving the sick and injured. Course provides for State of Alaska EMS requirement of 120 contact hours, minimum.
Prerequisite waived: For this section only, the catalog prerequisite has been waived.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78860 | J01 | Paul Kelly | BRC208 Saturday 8:00a - 4:30p 9/3 - 12/14 BRC208 Wednesday 6:00p - 10:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Tuition and fees: $1076 (additional charges may apply)
An introduction to root forms, prefixes and suffixes, and medical abbreviations. Focus is on terminology of body systems related to symptomatology, diseases and treatment.
Prerequisite: Placement at ENGL S110 or higher.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78863 | J01 | Christine Urata | EG224 Mon, Wed 3:30p - 5:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Tuition and fees: $513 (additional charges may apply)
Introduction to nutrition as a health science. Students examine the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to human needs and behaviors throughout the life cycle. Some elements of clinical nutrition are explored. Meets the nutrition requirement for nursing and other health science majors.
Prerequisite: CHEM S103. BIOL S103 recommended.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80113 | TD1 | Lisa Sadleir-Hart | DISTELIVE Wednesday 4:30p - 6:30p 9/3 - 12/14 |
CHEM 103 and BIOL 103 highly recommended, but not required. Go to: www.uas.alaska.edu/sitka/start to get started in your distance class.
Tuition and fees: $568 (additional charges may apply)
Students are employed (paid or unpaid) in either a facility or community-based healthcare setting. Students work in an approved agency, under supervision of both a qualified professional at work and a faculty sponsor. Requires 50 clock hours per credit.
Prerequisite: Admission to HS program and faculty permission via approval form.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78866 | J01 | Christine Urata | 9/3 - 12/14 |
Available for 3 to 6 credits, to be determined at time of registration. Prerequisite: Admission to the Health Sciences program and signed instructor approval form.
Tuition and fees per credit hour: $171; (additional charges may apply)