CARDIO RESPIRATORY CARE SCIENCES ACADEMIC MAP: DEGREE BS (120 CREDIT HOURS)

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1 CARDIO RESPIRATORY CARE SCIENCES ACADEMIC MAP: DEGREE BS (120 CREDIT HOURS) This degree map is a semester-by-semester course schedule for students majoring in Cardio Respiratory Care Sciences. The milestones listed to the right of each semester are designed to keep a student on track to graduate in four years. The s chedule serves as a general guideline to help build a full schedule each semester. are courses and special requirements necessary for timely progress to complete a major. When one or more milestones are missed, students should consult with an academic advisor to determine if another degree path would be more suitable. Respiratory Care (CRCS) is a profession which provides direct patient care through the administration of various treatment modalities and medications, performs diagnostic procedures, and manages sophisticated life-support equipment. Patients range from premature babies to elderly adults who suffer from a variety of cardiopulmonary disorders. Although the majority of respiratory care practitioners are employed by hospitals, there are also opportunities to practice outside of the standard hospital setting. Students learn in the classroom, laboratory and clinical environment to prepare to be a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Students who wish to pursue the Bachelor of Science degree in Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences (CRCS) must apply to the CRCS Admissions Committee for acceptance. Students must be formally admitted to the Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences Program in order to take professional courses which begin in the junior year. See the Admissions Procedure for the Cardio-Respiratory Care Program at Applicants will be screened by the CRCS Admissions and Retention Committee and will be advised of the final decision regarding acceptance into the program by a representative of the Committee. Students are expected to maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA and earn a grade of C or above (equivalent to 75%) in all professional coursework, science/ math coursework, and to meet university general education requirements. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from the Program. Withdrawal from any Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences course or failure to register for any semester without prior written approval from the department chair will result in dismissal from the Program. See the Retention Policy of the CRCS Program in the CRCS Student Handbook for more information. Tennessee State University recognizes that students have diverse learning, life, and professional experiences. The University provides opportunities for students to earn college credit toward the degree through a number of assessment options that evaluate their learning experiences. These paths are grouped under the category Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). Various means of earning PLA credit at TSU are the following: Advance Placement Program, American Council of Education (ACE) Military Credit, American Council on Education (ACE) other Assessed Credit, College Level Exam Program (CLEP), DSST Credit by Examination Program (includes DANTES Examination), Institutional Course Challenge Exams (Departmental Exams), International Baccalaureate Credit, Other Military Service, Portfolio Assessment. To learn more about PLA contact your academic advisor or the Office of Student Support Services for Adult and Distance Learners (615) Department Chair: Elizabeth Kunnu, ekunnu@tnstate.edu Mapping Coordinator: Dr. Christine Hamilton, chamilt5@tnstate.edu Department Web Address: Semester 1 Hrs. Semester 1 CRCS Minimum grade of C required UNIV 1000* 1 BIOL 2210 / Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 2030, CRCS 3010/3011, CRCS 2120, CRCS 2320; Minimum grade of C required CHEM 1110 / Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 2030, CRCS 3010/3011, CRCS 2120, CRCS 2320; Minimum grade of C required ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required Total hours 14 *An Orientation course taken at another University does NOT meet this requirement. Students with less than 60 credit hours must take UNIV 1000 at TSU. 1

2 Semester 2 Hrs. Semester 2 BIOL 2220 / BIOL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 2030, CRCS 3010/3011, CRCS 2120, CRCS 2320; Minimum grade of C required ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required Humanities / Fine Arts* 3 MATH Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 2030, CRCS 3010/3011; Minimum grade of C required; may substitute MATH 1710 (Pre-Calculus) only Total hours 13 *Humanities Student must take 3 credit hours from the following list: ART 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220, or RELS Semester 3 Hrs. Semester 3 BIOL 2400 / Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 2120; Minimum grade of C required COMM HIST 2010 * 3 Minimum grade of C required Humanities / Fine Arts** 3 Total hours 13 *The Department recommends HIST 2010; however, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700 satisfy this requirement. **Humanities Student must take 3 credit hours from the following list: ART 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220, or RELS Semester 4 Hrs. Semester 4 ENGL Literature* 3 HIST 2020** 3 May substitute HIST 2030 PSYC SOCI Total hours 12 *ENGL will meet this requirement; must have 3 credit hours in this discipline. **The Department recommends HIST 2020; however, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700 satisfy this requirement. Semester 5 Hrs. Semester 5 Pre-Requisite: Students must be admitted to the professional coursework at junior level. In addition, all courses from semesters 1 through 4 must be complete before enrolling in Semester 5. CRCS Co-Requisite Course: Must be taken with CRCS 3010/3011; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 4264, CRCS 4320; Co- Requisite Course: Must be taken with CRCS 2031; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 3040, CRCS 3050, CRCS 4320; Co-Requisite Course: Must be taken with CRCS 2030/2031; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 2044, CRCS 3020/3021, CRCS 3024; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required Total hours 13 All Semester 5 courses must be complete before enrolling in Semester 6. 2

3 Semester 6 Hrs. Semester 6 CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 3016/3161, CRCS 3040, CRCS 3050, CRCS 3030, CRCS 4410; Co-Requisite Course: Must be taken with CRCS 2320; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 3024; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required Total hours 18 All Semester 6 courses must be complete before enrolling in Summer Semester 7A. Summer Schedule Hrs. Semester 7A Semester 7A CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required Total hours 8 All Summer Semester 7A courses must be complete before enrolling in Semester 7B. Semester 7B Hrs. Semester 7 CRCS Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before CRCS 3224; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required; must pass comprehensive examination CRCS Minimum grade of C required; must pass comprehensive examination CRCS Co-Requisite Course: Must be taken with CRCS 4320; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required Total hours 16 All Semester 7B courses must be complete before enrolling in Semester 8. Semester 8 Hrs. Semester 8 Take Senior Exit Exam and apply for graduation CRCS Minimum grade of C required CRCS Co-Requisite Course: Must be taken with CRCS 3224; Minimum grade of C required CRCS Minimum grade of C required; must pass comprehensive examination CRCS Minimum grade of C required Total hours 13 3

4 Employment Information: Graduates who complete all the required courses for the BS degree are eligible to take the National Board Examinations for Respiratory Care leading to the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. Most states also require licensure through the respective state Board of Health before employment. Representative Job Titles Related to this Major: Students are prepared to assume the role of a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Positions include staff therapist, home care therapist, pharmaceutical/ manufacturer representative, clinical educator, college educator, clinical supervisor, and department manager in the field of respiratory care. Representative Employers: Acute care hospitals, children s hospitals, sub-acute care facilities, colleges, clinics, long term care facilities, home care agencies, pharmaceutical companies, hospital equipment manufacturers, and durable medical equipment companies. International study is available for all TSU students and may include opportunities for internships or taking course work towards various minors. International study may have an impact on the MAP; therefore, it is important to consult with the academic advisor for this major before participating in an international Program opportunity. Students interested in study abroad opportunities should contact the Office of International Programs and consult with their academic advisor. This map is not intended to be a contract; either expressed or implied, between the University and the students, but represents a flexible program of the current curriculum which may be altered from time to time to carry out the academic objectives of the University. TSU specifically reserves the right to change, delete or add to any MAP at any time within the student s period of study at the University. 4

5 DENTAL HYGIENE ACADEMIC MAP: DEGREE AAS (79 CREDIT HOURS) This degree map is a semester-by-semester course schedule for students majoring in Dental Hygiene. The milestones listed to the right of each semester are designed to keep a student on track to graduate in four years. The s chedule serves as a general guideline to help build a full schedule each semester. are courses and special requirements necessary for timely progress to complete a major. When one or more milestones are missed, students should consult with an academic advisor to determine if another degree path would be more suitable. The Department of Dental Hygiene is committed to ensure an educational program of excellence to its students. Therefore, admission to the Dental Hygiene program is considered on a competitive basis. The committee is charged with the responsibility of reviewing the applicants and accepting those who possess the finest credentials based on the listed admission requirements mentioned below. Admission into the dental hygiene program is highly competitive. The final application deadline is January 15th. We accept a class for admission the fall semester of each year, therefore Interviews are conducted in the spring prior to the fall semester. Any application received after January 15th will not be considered. Two degree programs are offered by the Department of Dental Hygiene: The Associate of Applied Science, which is our primary program and the Bachelor of Science/Degree Completion. The Bachelor of Science/Degree Completion may serve as a foundation for further study. NOTE: Students applying for entry into the B.S. Completion Program must have completed the AAS Degree program and have been issued a license to practice Dental Hygiene. Graduates of the Associates of Applied Science degree program in Dental Hygiene are eligible to test for the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination and Regional/State Board Examinations throughout the country. A student must be accepted into the University before applying to the Dental Hygiene program. A formal admission into the Dental Hygiene program is required prior to enrolling in any Dental Hygiene (DHYG) courses. NOTE: Acceptance into the University does not ensure acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program. Following notification of acceptance to the University by the Office of Admissions and Records, the prospective dental hygiene applicant's admission material will be evaluated by the Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee. Dental Hygiene applicants will be informed of their acceptance or rejection by the Admissions Committee. THESE ITEMS MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO APPLICATION SUBMISSION All High School Prerequisite Courses passed with a C or better (Chemistry, Biology and Algebra). Minimum GPA 2.5 All College Prerequisite Courses passed with C or better (Anatomy & Physiology I, II; Microbiology, English Composition I, single semester course in humanities [Art appreciation, Music appreciation, Introduction to philosophy etc...]). Minimum GPA 2.70 SAT / ACT Exam 19 or better TOEFL Exam if Needed Any Required Immunizations should be up to date (DHAE), Dental Hygiene Assessment Exam (formally HESI); Minimum score 75% (DHAE - Minimum Score of 75 Required to submit application to the program) DHAE Study guides are available. To purchase by phone call and request ISBN # To purchase online go to Download the DHAE (HESI) information sheet. Note: All required information should be included in your Application Packet. The TSU Dental Hygiene Department will not request any information from the university. Incomplete applications will not be considered complete. Tennessee State University recognizes that students have diverse learning, life, and professional experiences. The University provides opportunities for students to earn college credit toward the degree through a number of assessment options that evaluate their learning experiences. These paths are grouped under the category Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). Various means of earning PLA credit at TSU are the following: Advance Placement Program, American Council of Education (ACE) Military Credit, American Council on Education (ACE) other Assessed Credit, College Level Exam Program (CLEP), DSST Credit by 1

6 Examination Program (includes DANTES Examination), Institutional Course Challenge Exams (Departmental Exams), International Baccalaureate Credit, Other Military Service, Portfolio Assessment. To learn more about PLA contact your academic advisor or the Office of Student Support Services for Adult and Distance Learners (615) Department Chair: Professor Gary-Lee A. Lewis, Mapping Coordinator: Professor Gary-Lee A. Lewis, Department Web Address: Pre Admission Semester 1 Hrs. Semester 1 ENG Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required; Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program. HUMANITIES* 3 Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required BIOL 2210/ Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required Total hours 10 *Humanities-Must take 3 credit hours from the following list: AREN ART, 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220 or RELS Pre Admission Semester 2 Hrs. Semester 2 BIOL 2220/ Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required BIOL 2400/ Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required UNIV 1000* 1 Minimum grade C Required Total hours 9 * An Orientation course taken at another University does NOT meet this requirement. Students with less than 60 credit hours must take UNIV 1000 at TSU. Semester 3 Hrs. Semester 3 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHGY Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required CHEM 1100 / Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before DHYG 1020; Minimum grade C Required COMM Minimum grade C Required Total hours 17 2

7 Semester 4 Hrs. Semester 4 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required SOCI Minimum grade C Required NUFS Minimum grade C Required Total hours 14 Summer Schedule Bridge Semester Hrs. Semester 5 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Completion of all first year DHYG course work at a C or better DHYG Completion of all first year DHYG course work at a C or better DHYG 2300 ELECTIVE (3 CREDITS) PSYC Minimum grade C Required Total hours 7 Semester 5 Hrs. Semester 6 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step CHEM Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required Total hours 17 Semester 6 Hrs. Semester 6 DHYG Minimum grade C Required DYGH Minimum grade C Required Total hours 5 Employment Information: Employment of dental hygienists is projected to grow 33 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. Ongoing research linking oral health to general health will continue to spur demand for preventative dental services, which are often provided by dental hygienists. 3

8 Representative Job Titles Related to this Major: Clinician, Public Health practitioner, Researcher, Educator, Corporate Partner, Administrator, Entrepreneur. Graduates from the AAS degree program will have the following credentials: Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH Graduates from the BS degree Completion Program will the following credentials: Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, BSDH Representative Employers: Graduates may be employed in a variety of settings Clinician: Private dental practices, Nursing Homes, Assisted living Facilities, Hospitals, Prisons, and University dental practices; Public Health: Clinicians, Administrators, Researchers, State Public Health Officer, Community Clinic Administrator, Indian Health Service, Head Start programs, Local health departments, National Health Service Corps, School sealant programs, Rural or inner city community clinics; Researcher: Colleges & Universities, Corporations, Government agencies, Nonprofit organizations; Corporate settings: Sales representatives, Product researchers Corporate educators, corporate administrators; Educator: Clinical instructor, Classroom instructor, Corporate educator; Administrator: Clinical Director, Statewide school sealant program, Program director, Executive director; Entrepreneur: Product developer and Sales, Practice Management Company, CE Provider or Meeting Planner, Consulting Business, Founder of Nonprofit, Independent Clinical Practice and Professional Speaker. International study is available for all TSU students and may include opportunities for internships or taking course work towards various minors. International study may have an impact on the MAP; therefore, it is important to consult with the academic advisor for this major before participating in an international Program opportunity. Students interested in study abroad opportunities should contact the Office of International Programs and consult with their academic advisor. This map is not intended to be a contract; either expressed or implied, between the University and the students, but represents a flexible program of the current curriculum which may be altered from time to time to carry out the academic objectives of the University. TSU specifically reserves the right to change, delete or add to any MAP at any time within the student s period of study at the University. 4

9 DENTAL HYGIENE ACADEMIC MAP: DEGREE BS COMPLETION (120 CREDIT HOURS) This degree map is a semester-by-semester course schedule for students majoring in Dental Hygiene. The milestones listed to the right of each semester are designed to keep students on track to graduate in four years. The s chedule serves as a general guideline to help you build a full schedule each semester. are courses and special requirements necessary for timely progress to complete a major. When one or more milestones are missed, students should consult with an academic advisor to determine if another degree path would be more suitable. The Department of Dental Hygiene is committed to ensure an educational program of excellence to its students. Therefore, admission to the Dental Hygiene program is considered on a competitive basis. The committee is charged with the responsibility of reviewing the applicants and accepting those who possess the finest credentials based on the listed admission requirements mentioned below. The College of Health Sciences of Tennessee State University offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene through our Degree Completion Program. Acceptance into the Degree Completion Program may be accomplished by: (A) Meeting the requirements for admission after completion of the AAS degree in Dental Hygiene. (B). Meeting the requirements for admission after graduating from another Commission On Dental Accreditation, (CODA), accredited program. All applicants must submit the following data and meet the following criteria: 1. A 2.0 grade point average in clinical dental hygiene courses and a minimum overall grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, from an accredited dental Hygiene Program. (Applicants with grade point averages higher than the minimum may be given priority in acceptance.) 2. Two letters of recommendation from dental hygiene faculty persons who taught the applicant. One letter must attest to the clinical competencies of the applicant. 3. Official college transcript (s). 4. National Board Certification and/or Tennessee licensure to register for core advanced DHYG courses (DHYG 3010, 4020, 4110, and 4120) NOTE: Students applying for entry into the B.S. Completion Program must have completed the AAS Degree program and have been issued a license to practice Dental Hygiene. Acceptance into the University does not ensure acceptance into the Dental Hygiene program. Following notification of acceptance to the University by the Office of Admissions and Records, the prospective dental hygiene applicant's admission material will be evaluated by the Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee. Dental Hygiene applicants will be informed of their acceptance or rejection by the Admissions Committee. THESE ITEMS MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO APPLICATION SUBMISSION Note: All required information should be included in your Application Packet. The TSU Dental Hygiene Department will not request any information from the university. Incomplete applications will not be considered complete. Tennessee State University recognizes that students have diverse learning, life, and professional experiences. The University provides opportunities for students to earn college credit toward the degree through a number of assessment options that evaluate their learning experiences. These paths are grouped under the category Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). Various means of earning PLA credit at TSU are the following: Advance Placement Program, American Council of Education (ACE) Military Credit, American Council on Education (ACE) other Assessed Credit, College Level Exam Program (CLEP), DSST Credit by Examination Program (includes DANTES Examination), Institutional Course Challenge Exams (Departmental Exams), International Baccalaureate Credit, Other Military Service, Portfolio Assessment. To learn more about PLA contact your academic advisor or the Office of Student Support Services for Adult and Distance Learners (615) Department Chair: Professor Gary-Lee A. Lewis, galewis@tnstate.edu Mapping Coordinator: Professor Gary-Lee A. Lewis, , galewis@tnstate.edu Department Web Address: 1

10 Pre Admission Semester 1 Hrs. Semester 1 ENG Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required; Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program. HUMANITIES* 3 Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required BIOL 2210/ Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required Total hours 10 *Humanities-Must take 3 credit hours from the following list: AREN ART, 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220 or RELS Pre Admission Apply for Admission to the Dental Hygiene AAS Program Semester 2 Hrs. Semester 2 BIOL 2220/ Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required BIOL 2400/ Pre-requisite requirement for formal admission to program; Minimum grade C Required UNIV 1000* 1 Minimum grade C Required Total hours 9 * An Orientation course taken at another University does NOT meet this requirement. Students with less than 60 credit hours must take UNIV 1000 at TSU. Semester 3 Hrs. Semester 3 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHGY Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required CHEM 1100 / Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before DHYG 1020; Minimum grade C Required COMM Minimum grade C Required Total hours 17 Semester 4 Hrs. Semester 4 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required SOCI Minimum grade C Required NUFS Minimum grade C Required Total hours 14 2

11 Summer Schedule Bridge Semester Hrs. All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Completion of all first year DHYG course work at a C or better DHYG Completion of all first year DHYG course work at a C or better DHYG 2300 ELECTIVE (3 CREDITS) PSYC Minimum grade C Required Total hours 7 Semester 5 Hrs. Semester 6 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step CHEM Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required Total hours 17 Semester 6 Hrs. Semester 6 Apply for Admission into the Degree Completion Program All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Minimum grade C Required DYGH Minimum grade C Required ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required MATH Minimum grade C Required Total hours 11 Summer Schedule Bridge Semester Hrs. HIST 2010* 3 Minimum grade C Required ENGL Literature** 3 Minimum grade C Required Total hours 6 *The Department recommends HIST 2010; however, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700 satisfy this requirement. **Courses within the range of ENGL 2012 through ENGL 2322 will meet this requirement. 3

12 Semester 7 Hrs. Semester 7 All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before DHYG 4120; Minimum grade of C Required DHYG Minimum grade C Required EDCI Minimum grade C Required HLSC Minimum grade C Required PSYC 2180 Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 4900; Minimum grade C Required Total hours 15 Semester 8 Hrs. Semester 6 Take Senior Exit Exam and Apply for Graduation All DHYG courses must be completed in lock step DHYG Minimum grade C Required HIST 2020* 3 Minimum grade C Required HCAP Minimum grade C Required HUMANITIES* 3 Minimum grade C Required Elective 2 MUST MAINTAIN A C GRADE OR BETTER Total hours 14 *The Department recommends HIST 2020; however, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700 satisfy this requirement. *Humanities-Must take 3 credit hours from the following list: AREN ART, 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220 or RELS Employment Information: Employment of dental hygienists is projected to grow 33 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. Ongoing research linking oral health to general health will continue to spur demand for preventative dental services, which are often provided by dental hygienists. Representative Job Titles Related to this Major: Clinician, Public Health practitioner, Researcher, Educator, Corporate Partner, Administrator, Entrepreneur. Graduates from the AAS degree program will have the following credentials: Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH Graduates from the BS degree Completion Program will the following credentials: Bachelorette Science in Dental Hygiene, BSDH Representative Employers: Graduates may be employed in a variety of settings Clinician: Private dental practices, Nursing Homes, Assisted living Facilities, Hospitals, Prisons, and University dental practices; Public Health: Clinicians, Administrators, Researchers, State Public Health Officer, Community Clinic Administrator, Indian Health Service, Head Start programs, Local health departments, National Health Service Corps, School sealant programs, Rural or inner city community clinics; Researcher: Colleges & Universities, Corporations, Government agencies, Nonprofit organizations; Corporate settings: Sales representatives, Product researchers Corporate educators, corporate administrators; Educator: Clinical instructor, Classroom instructor, Corporate educator; Administrator: Clinical Director, Statewide school sealant program, Program director, Executive director; Entrepreneur: Product 4

13 developer and Sales, Practice Management Company, CE Provider or Meeting Planner, Consulting Business, Founder of Nonprofit, Independent Clinical Practice and Professional Speaker. International study is available for all TSU students and may include opportunities for internships or taking course work towards various minors. International study may have an impact on the MAP; therefore, it is important to consult with the academic advisor for this major before participating in an international Program opportunity. Students interested in study abroad opportunities should contact the Office of International Programs and consult with their academic advisor. This map is not intended to be a contract; either expressed or implied, between the University and the students, but represents a flexible program of the current curriculum which may be altered from time to time to carry out the academic objectives of the University. TSU specifically reserves the right to change, delete or add to any MAP at any time within the student s period of study at the University. 5

14 HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING ACADEMIC MAP: DEGREE BS (120 CREDIT HOURS) This degree map is a semester-by-semester course schedule for students majoring in Health Care Administration and Planning. The milestones listed to the right of each semester are designed to keep a student on track to graduate in four years. The s chedule serves as a general guideline to help build a full schedule each semester. are courses and special requirements necessary for timely progress to complete a major. When one or more milestones are missed, students should consult with an academic advisor to determine if another degree path would be more suitable. In order to enroll in courses within the major (Health Care Administration courses), students must submit a Public Health, Health Administration and Health Sciences (PHHAHS) Department Application. There are no deadlines to apply for admission. Applications are accepted and processed year-round for admission to the program. Students may submit a Department Application during their second semester sophomore year. The application packet consists of: a department application; two letters of recommendation, a personal goals statement, an interview with the Admissions Committee, and a recent transcript. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) to be considered for admission to the Bachelor degree program in Health Care Administration and Planning. After a student is accepted for admission to the Health Care Administration and Planning (HCAP) Program, they must adhere to the following retention policy to remain in the HCAP Program: 1. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (on a scale of 4.0). 2. Students must earn a C or better in all major courses and supporting courses in Science, Business, English, and Mathematics. Failure to maintain a C in any of these courses will result in the student repeating the course the next semester the course is offered with the approval of the Advisor. 3. Students who earn a grade less than a C in HCAP courses for more than one semester will be dismissed from the HCAP Program. Each student will be assigned to a Faculty Advisor in the department. We strongly recommend that students do not selfadvise. Each semester, the student should schedule a meeting with their Advisor before registering for classes. Students who have been dismissed from the HCAP Program may apply for readmission. Students who request readmission should present evidence to the Department s Admission Committee of substantial change in circumstances warranting reconsideration. If a student is dismissed from the program for poor academic performance, they must re-apply for readmission to the HCAP Program and explain the circumstances that led to their poor performance and what they plan to do to improve their academic performance (i.e., seek tutoring). Tennessee State University and the department recognize that students have diverse learning, life, and professional experiences. Therefore, a student may submit a request to waive the six credit hour internship one year prior to enrolling in the internship. Please check with the PHHAHS Department to get specific instructions about the requirements. In addition, the University provides opportunities for students to earn college credit toward the degree through a number of assessment options that evaluate their learning experiences. These paths are grouped under the category Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). Various means of earning PLA credit at TSU are the following: Advance Placement Program, American Council of Education (ACE) Military Credit, American Council on Education (ACE) other Assessed Credit, College Level Exam Program (CLEP), DSST Credit by Examination Program (includes DANTES Examination), Institutional Course Challenge Exams (Departmental Exams), International Baccalaureate Credit, Other Military Service, Portfolio Assessment. To learn more about PLA contact your academic advisor or the Office of Student Support Services for Adult and Distance Learners (615) Department Chair: Dr. Rosemary Theriot rtheriot@tnstate.edu Mapping Coordinator: Mrs. Deborah McCauley dmccauley@tnstate.edu Department Web Address: 1

15 Semester 1 Hrs. Semester 1 UNIV Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 2100, HCAP 3100, HCAP 4800 SOCI Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 3310; Minimum Grade of C Required BIOL 2210/2211 4/0 Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 1040; Minimum Grade of C Required ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before ENGL 1020, and HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700, HCAP 3900; Minimum grade C Required Humanities/ Fine Arts* 3 Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 14 *Students must take a 3 credit hour course from the following list of approved general education Humanities/Fine Art courses: AREN 2310, ART, 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220 or RELS Semester 2 Hrs. Semester 2 Humanities/ Fine Arts* 3 Minimum Grade of C Required BIOL 2220/2221 4/0 Minimum Grade of C Required ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700, HCAP 3900; Minimum grade C Required MATH Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before ACCT 2010, ECON 2010, HLSC 4010; Minimum Grade of C Required POLI Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 16 *Students must take a 3 credit hour course from the following list of approved general education Humanities/Fine Art courses: AREN 2310, ART, 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, PHIL 1030, HIST 1210, HIST 1220 or RELS Semester 3 Hrs. Semester 3 ACCT Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before ACCT 2020, HCAP 4200, HCAP 4500; Minimum Grade of C Required ENGL Literature* 3 Minimum Grade of C Required SOCI Minimum Grade of C Required HIST Minimum Grade of C Required BISI Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 4200; Minimum Grade of C Required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 2100, HCAP 4700; Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 16 *Courses within the range of ENGL will meet this requirement 2

16 Semester 4 Hrs. Semester 4 ACCT Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 4500; Minimum Grade of C Required HIST Minimum Grade of C Required COMM Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 3900; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP 2010/2011 3/0 Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 3310, HCAP 4200, HCAP 2100, HCAP 3900, HCAP 3100, HCAP 4700, HCAP 4800, HCAP 4500, HCAP 3200; Minimum Grade of C Required HPER Activity* 1 Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 13 *Student must submit a department application to the HCAP Program *Courses within the range of HPER will meet this requirement Semester 5 Hrs. Semester 5 ECON Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before ECON 2020, HCAP 4200, HCAP 3100, HCAP 4800, HCAP 4500; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 4700; Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 12 Semester 6 Hrs. Semester 6 ECON Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 4500; Minimum Grade of C Required MGMT Pre-requisite course: Must be taken before MGMT 4040; Junior Standing; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 3100, HCAP 3200; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 15 3

17 Summer Session Hrs. HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Senior Standing 24 hr. min. HCAP major courses; Minimum Grade of C Required; Pre- Requisite Course: Must be taken before HCAP 4010; Permission of Department Advisor Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Permission of Instructor Required; Minimum Grade of C Required; Permission of Department Advisor Required Total hours 7 Semester 7 Hrs. Semester 7 HLSC Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Elective* 3 Admission to the HCAP Program; Permission of Instructor Required; Minimum Grade of C Required MGMT Department Permission Required; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Senior Standing; Permission of Instructor Required; Minimum Grade of C Required Total hours 13 * HCAP 3800 is the recommended elective Semester 8 Hrs. Semester 8 Take Senior Exit Exam and Apply for Graduation HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required MGMT Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Minimum Grade of C Required HCAP Admission to the HCAP Program; Graduating Senior Status; students are required to pass the comprehensive exam with a 70 or higher and get an S in the course in order to graduate. Total hours 15 Employment Information: Health Care Administration majors are employed in a variety of health and health related settings. They include: Community Health Agencies, Hospitals, Drug Companies, Business and Educational Organizations, Public Health Departments, Nursing Homes, Retirement Residences, Home Health Agencies, Federal, state and local health department, U.S. Military, Veterans Administration Hospitals, HMOs, Medical Group Practices, Insurance Companies Representative Job Titles Related to this Major: With a bachelor s degree, many students are eligible for employment as middle level managers. These titles may include, but are not limited to, department heads, assistant administrators, program directors, emergency room managers, public health program director, an officers in the military etc. With experience and a master s degree, Financial manager, chief operating officer (COO), chief executive officer (CEO), Program Manager of a large facility, etc. 4

18 Representative Employers: Various agencies with the Federal government, HCA, State Health Department, Vanderbilt Comprehensive Care Center and Clinic, Meharry Medical College, various pharmaceutical companies, nursing homes, home health agencies, etc. International study is available for all TSU students and may include opportunities for internships or taking course work towards various minors. International study may have an impact on the MAP; therefore, it is important to consult with the academic advisor for this major before participating in an international Program opportunity. Students interested in study abroad opportunities should contact the Office of International Programs and consult with their academic advisor. This map is not intended to be a contract; either expressed or implied, between the University and the students, but represents a flexible program of the current curriculum which may be altered from time to time to carry out the academic objectives of the University. TSU specifically reserves the right to change, delete or add to any MAP at any time within the student s period of study at the University. 5

19 HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ACADEMIC MAP: DEGREE BS (120 CREDIT HOURS) This degree map is a semester-by-semester course schedule for students majoring in Health Information Management. The milestones listed to the right of each semester are designed to keep a student on track to graduate in four years. The s chedule serves as a general guideline to help build a full schedule each semester. are courses and special requirements necessary for timely progress to complete a major. When one or more milestones are missed, students should consult with an academic advisor to determine if another degree path would be more suitable. Health Information Management (HIM) is a profession that focuses on the daily operation management of health information and electronic health records which are vital to providing quality patient care. The HIM program provides students with competencies and skills in healthcare data management, information policies, information systems, quality improvement, revenue cycle processes, administrative and clinical workflows. In addition to classroom, laboratory instruction, students are provided with hands on professional practice experience at various health care facilities. Students who are interested in pursuing a baccalaureate degree in HIM must have a minimum of cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. After completion of all general education and other supporting courses, students must be officially accepted into HIM program in order to take professional level courses which begin in the junior year. See the Curriculum Plan I at Students are required to maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of a 2.0. Students must earn a grade of a C or better in HIM courses, supporting Science, Business, Health Care Administration, English, and Mathematics courses. Failure to maintain a C in any of these courses will result in repeating the course the next semester the course is offered with an Advisor s approval. For additional admission requirements and retention policy, refer to the current TSU Undergraduate Catalog at Tennessee State University recognizes that students have diverse learning, life, and professional experiences. The University provides opportunities for students to earn college credit toward the degree through a number of assessment options that evaluate their learning experiences. These paths are grouped under the category Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). Various means of earning PLA credit at TSU are the following: Advance Placement Program, American Council of Education (ACE) Military Credit, American Council on Education (ACE) other Assessed Credit, College Level Exam Program (CLEP), DSST Credit by Examination Program (includes DANTES Examination), Institutional Course Challenge Exams (Departmental Exams), International Baccalaureate Credit, Other Military Service, Portfolio Learners (615) Department Chair: Elizabeth Kunnu, ekunnu@tnstate.edu Mapping Coordinator: Dr. Christine Hamilton, chamilt5@tnstate.edu Department Web Address: Semester 1 Hrs. Semester 1 UNIV 1000* 1 ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required MATH Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before ACCT 2010, ECON 2010, HIMA 2250; Minimum grade of C required; may substitute MATH 1120 or 1710 BIOL 2210/2210 L 4/0 Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 1040, HIMA 2020, HIMA 2100, HIMA 2350, HIMA 2400, HIMA 3020; Minimum grade of C required, no substitution allowed. BISI Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2020; Minimum grade of C required Total hours 14 *An Orientation course taken at another University does NOT meet this requirement. Students with less than 60 credit hours must take UNIV 1000 at TSU. 1

20 Semester 2 Hrs. Semester 2 ENGL Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIST 2010, HIST 2020, HIST 2030, HIST 2050 or HIST 2700; Minimum grade C Required HUM / FINE ARTS* 3 BIOL 2220 /2221 L 4/0 Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2020, HIMA 2100, HIMA 2350, HIMA 2400, HIMA 3020; Minimum grade of C required; No substitution allowed. ACCT Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2020, HIMA 2100, HIMA 2200, HIMA 2300, HIMA 2350, HIMA 2400, HIMA 3030; Minimum grade of C required Total hours 14 *Humanities Student must take 3 credit hours from the following list: ART 1010, THTR 1020, MUSC 1010, or RELS Semester 3 Hrs. Semester 3 COMM Minimum grade of C required HIST 2010* 3 Minimum grade of C required SOCI Minimum grade of C required, and may be substituted with another Statistics level course HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2020, HIMA 2100, HIMA 2350, HIMA 2400, HIMA 3030; Minimum grade of C required PHIL Minimum grade of C required Total hours 15 *The Department recommends HIST 2010; however, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700 satisfy this requirement. Semester 4 Hrs. Semester 4 SOC /BEHAV. SCIENCE* 3 Minimum grade of C required BISI Minimum grade of C required HIST 2020** 3 Minimum grade of C required ENGL LITERATURE*** 3 Minimum grade of C required ECON Minimum grade of C required Total hours 15 All Semester 4 courses must be complete before enrolling in Semester 5. * Student must take 3 credit hours from the following list: PSYC 2010 or SOCI 2010 **The Department recommends HIST 2020; however, HIST 2030, HIST 2050, HIST 2060 or HIST 2700 satisfy this requirement. ***ENGL will meet this requirement; must have 3 credit hours in this discipline. 2

21 Semester 5* Hrs. Semester 5 Pre-Requisite: Students must be admitted to the professional coursework at junior level. In addition, all courses from semesters 1 through 4 must be complete before enrolling in Semester 5. MGMT Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 4400 HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2300, HIMA 3030, HIMA 3010; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2300, HIMA 2350, HIMA 2400, HIMA 3030, HIMA 3020; Co-Requisite Course: Must be taken with HIMA 2100/2200/2250; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2300, HIMA 3030; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 2300, HIMA 3030; Minimum grade of C required CHEM Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 3020; Minimum grade of C required Total hours 16 All Semester 5 courses must be complete before enrolling in Semester 6. Semester 6 Hrs. Semester 6 MGMT Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 4400; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 3010; Co- Requisite Course: Must be taken with HIMA 2350/2400; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 3010, HIMA 3020; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Pre-Requisite Course: Must be taken before HIMA 3010, HIMA 3020; Minimum grade of C required HIMA Minimum grade of C required Total hours 15 All Semester 6 courses must be complete before enrolling in Summer Semester 7A. Summer Schedule Semester 7A Hrs. Semester 7A HIMA Minimum grade of C required Total hours** 3 Summer Semester 7-A course must be complete before enrolling in Semester 7-B. 3