More information: Health Professions CSC
PURPOSE
The Health Professions Career Studies Certificate (CSC) is a career pathway designed to move students from entry-level employment skills to foundational professional skills and occupational credentials. The program serves as a pathway to an associate of applied science degree in Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES
This CSC prepares students for non-licensed, entry-level employment within a variety of healthcare settings.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate:
- Basic lab skills, applying the scientific method and related principles to make informed decisions and engage with issues related to health environments
- Ability to work well with others and display situationally and culturally appropriate demeanor and behavior
- Skills necessary for successful transition to the workplace and pursuit of further education
- Ability to provide collaborative care
- Professional behaviors in order to provide quality care and best practices in the healthcare setting
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- General college curricular admission
PROGRAM NOTES
Students new to Reynolds must:
- Attend a new student orientation program (SOAR)
- Meet with an academic advisor
- Enroll in SDV 100 or SDV 101 in the first semester
Information for students planning to apply to Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology AAS programs:
- Criminal background check and drug screening are required upon admission to the Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology AAS programs
- Random drug screens and repeat background checks may be required for current or returning students at any time
- Students with unsatisfactory background check and/or drug screening will not be eligible for admission into these programs
