Special Features of the Program:

• Students can choose a pace which best fits their needs. Full-time and part-time options are available.
• The program is structured for the adult learner. All Health Science (HSCI) core classes are offered as an online course at least once during the calendar year. Elective classes are also available online. Students who reside in the Colorado Springs area also have the option of taking the core and elective classes on campus. On campus classes are scheduled at times convenient for the working professional as well as the traditional students.
• The course of study integrates current knowledge in career-oriented curricula with advanced science and liberal arts education to prepare students for leadership roles in health related professions.
• The student, along with academic advisors, will structure a program which best meets the career goals of the student. There is flexibility within the program to individualize the curricula.
• Students may apply 40 credits from the accredited certificate program or allied health training as part of an Associate's Degree (e.g., radiation technology, dental hygiene, emergency medical technician, respiratory therapy, anesthesiologist assistant, surgical technology, diagnostic medical sonography, etc.) to the UCCS bachelor's degree.
• Students who have completed coursework at another higher education institution (community college, college, university) can have that coursework evaluated for transfer to UCCS to fulfill part of their course requirements for this degree.
• The course of study provides an opportunity to expand technical expertise along with advanced educational experiences. Skills in management, health promotion, critical thinking and communication are developed.