The Applied Health Sciences (AHS) program is designed to allow students to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree by combining courses from the university curriculum with specific Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) degrees from accredited community colleges.

Requirements for the Major in Applied Health Sciences, B.S.

1. Have already completed the course requirements for and earned the Associate of Applied Science degree in a health-related field from an accredited community college or other institution of higher education:

Students who hold an AAS degree in another field must seek permission to enroll from the Applied Health Sciences Program Coordinator.

2. Provide Appropriate Documentation of the AAS degree:

Submit official transcripts showing AAS degree and all coursework completed with a minimum 2.0 GPA.  Concurrent enrollment in a community college AAS program and Oakland University’s AHS program is not permitted.

3. Meet the University General Education Requirements

In order to graduate on-schedule without taking additional courses, it is highly recommended that students meet with an Undergraduate Academic Adviser concerning the selection of all of their General Education courses.

Each candidate for an Oakland University baccalaureate will need to satisfactorily complete approved courses in each of the following areas: Foundations, Explorations, and Integration. For details, refer to the General Education Requirements section of the catalog.

4. Complete the following core courses:

• course Delivering Safe Patient Care (4)

  • (not required for Radiologic Technology Leadership or Orthotics & Prosthetics Assistant Studies Concentrations)

• course Hospital Safety and Health (4)

  • (not required for Radiologic Technology Leadership or Orthotics & Prosthetics Assistant Studies Concentrations)

• course Introduction to Health and Health Behaviors (3) and course Introduction to Health and Health Behaviors Learning Lab (1) *

  • (not required for Radiologic Technology Leadership Concentration)

• course Ethics in Health Care (4) *

• course Introduction to Public Health (3) *
  or course Culture, Ethnicity and Well-being

  • course for Radiologic Technology Leadership Concentration and Orthotics and Prosthetics Assistant Studies Concentration ONLY

*Courses that also satisfy the university General Education Requirement

5. Select and Complete the Course Requirements Specified Under 1 of the Following Concentrations:

Number of elective credits required for the concentration varies based on courses completed and are selected with assistance from your Academic Adviser, based on your career goals, from an approved list of courses. Students must achieve a minimum of 120 credits with a minimum of 32 upper level (3000-4000) credits and satisfy all University degree requirements to graduate.

Health Care Leadership Concentration

Students pursuing the Health Care Leadership concentration must complete the degree requirements for the major in Applied Health Sciences, B.S. and take a minimum of 20 credits of electives from the following:

• course Introduction to Human Resource Development (4) 

• course Group/Team Development and Leadership (4) 

• course Fundamentals of Human Interaction (4) 

• course Principles of Leadership (4) 

• course Lean Principles and Practices in Organizations (4) 

• course Persuasion and Marketing in Health Promotion (4) 

• course Wellness Facilitation (4) 

Health Promotion Concentration

Students pursuing the Health Promotion concentration must complete the degree requirements for the major in Applied Health Sciences, B.S. and take a minimum of 20 credits of electives from the following:

• course Careers in Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences (1) 

• course Health Care Systems Around the World (3) 

• course Medical Terminology (1) 

• course Clinical Laboratory Theory and Techniques (2) 

• course Microbiology of Infectious Diseases (3) 

• course Microbiology of Infectious Diseases Laboratory (1) 

• course Medical Genetics (4) 

• course Human Pathology (4) 

• course Molecular Diagnostics (3) 

• course Hematology/Hemostasis I (3) 

• course Hematology/Hemostasis Laboratory I (1) 

• course Hematology/Hemostasis II (4) 

• course Hematology/Hemostasis Laboratory II (1) 

• course Medical Immunology (3) 

• course Immunohematology (3) 

• course Immunohematology Laboratory (1) 

• course Medical Biochemistry (4) 

• course Clinical Chemistry (4) 

• course Clinical Chemistry Laboratory (1) 

• course Clinical Microbiology (4) 

• course Clinical Parasitology, Mycology, Virology (3) 

• course Clinical Parasitology, Mycology, Virology Lab (1)  

• course Clinical Correlations (3)  

• course Special Topics (1 TO 4) 

• course General Chemistry I (4)* and course General Chemistry Laboratory I (1) 

• course General Chemistry II (4) and course General Chemistry Laboratory II (1) 

• course Organic Chemistry I (4) 

• course Environmental Health and Safety Training Methods (3) 

• course Occupational Safety and Health Standards (3) 

• course Professional Practice and Leadership Development (3) 

• course Safety and Health Administration and Programs (3) 

• course Health Care Safety (4) 

• course Fire Prevention and Protection (3)​ 

• course Environmental Health and Safety Engineering and Technology (3) 

• course Advanced Quantitative Methods for Environmental Health and Safety (4) 

• course Fundamentals of Occupational Hygiene (3) 

• course Applied Environmental and Occupational Hygiene (4) 

• course Radiation Safety (3) 

• course Ventilation and Emerging Technologies (4) 

• course Radiation Exposure Control (2) 

• course Accident/Incident Investigation and Analysis (3) 

• course Construction Safety (3) 

• course Robotic and Automation System Safety Analysis (3) 

• course Environmental Standards (3) 

• course Ergonomics (3) 

• course Industrial and Environmental Toxicology (3) 

• course Introduction to Exercise Science (2) 

• course Safety and First Aid in Exercise Settings (2) 

• course Exercise Physiology (3) 

• course Exercise Physiology Laboratory (1) 

• course Biomechanics (3) 

• courseH Stress Management (3) 

• course Research Methods in Health Sciences (3) 

• course Contemporary Topics in Health (3) 

• course Integrative Holistic Health (3) 

• course Sociology of Health and Medicine (4) 

• course Introduction to Community Engagement (4) 

• course Leadership and Healthcare (4) 

• course Community Engaged Research Experience (4) 

• course Health Behavior Theories (3) 

• course Modalities for Healing (3) 

• course Healing Traditions (3) 

• course Laughter as Therapeutic Modality (3) 

• course Mindfulness (3) 

• course Qualitative Research Methods (4) 

• course Special Topics (2 TO 4) 

• course Directed Study (1 TO 4) 

• course Human Nutrition and Health (3) 

• course Nutrition Assessment Methods (3) 

• course Nutrition Assessment Methods Laboratory (1) 

• course Introduction to Food Science (3) 

• course Introduction to Cooking and Culinary Science (2) 

• course Community Nutrition (3) 

• course Food, Nutrition, and Culture (3) 

• course Herbs Supplements & Nutrition (3) 

• course Eating Disorders (3) 

• course Foodborne Illnesses (2) 

• course Food Politics (3) 

• course Lifecycle Nutrition (4) 

• course Communication and Counseling in Nutrition Practice (4) 

• course Food Service Management (4) 

• course Nutrient Metabolism (4) 

• course Principles of Environmental Health Sciences (4) 

• course Public Health Program Implementation (4) 

• course Persuasion and Marketing in Health Promotion (4) 

• course Social Determinants of Health (4) 

• course Global Health and Social Issues (4) 

• course General Physics I (4)* and course General Physics Lab I (1) 

• course General Physics II (4)* and course General Physics Lab II (1) 

• course Wellness Facilitation (4) 

• course Culture, Ethnicity and Well-being (3) 

• course Assessment and Interventions in Wellness (4) 

• course Laboratory in Assessment and Interventions (4) 

• course Environmental Justice (4) 

• course Special Topics (1 TO 4) 

Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies Concentration

Students must have an Orthotist/Prosthetist Technician Associate Degree from an Accredited Institution of Higher Education with a Minimum 2.0 GPA:

Concurrent enrollment in a community college AAS program and Oakland University’s AHS program is not permitted. Students who hold an AAS degree in any other medical or health-related field not listed above may seek permission to enroll from the Applied Health Sciences Program Coordinator.

Students pursuing the Orthotist and Prosthetist Assistant Studies concentration must complete the degree requirements for the major in Applied Health Sciences, B.S. 

If students need additional credits to obtain the required 120 credits for graduation, they can choose elective courses from either the Health Promotion or Health Care Leadership concentrations in AHS.

* Students who are completing this concentration will not be eligible for the orthotics and prosthetics certification exam or patient contact.

Complete the Following Required Courses:

• course Medical Terminology (1)

• course Clinical Assessments (3)

• course Material Characteristics (2)

• course Patient & Practice Management (1)

• course Fit, Function and Modifications (3)

• course Neuropathic Disorders (1)

• course Spinal Orthotics (2)

• course Upper Extremity Orthotics (2)

• course Lower Extremity Orthotics (3)

• course Upper Extremity Prosthetics (2)

• course Lower Extremity Prosthetics (3)

• course Research Methods in Health Sciences (3)

Radiologic Technology Leadership Concentration

A Radiologic (X-ray) Technologist is a professional responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic or research purposes. The radiologic technologist must integrate complex knowledge and advanced technical skills in the imaging of internal structures. Radiologic technologists apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning and radiographic technique in the performance of their duties.

This degree is designed to allow the radiologic technology professional to transfer their current degree and professional credentials to the university in order to complete a higher degree.  This degree is appropriate for American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered radiologic technologists who have already completed an associate’s degree and would like to advance their education by completing a bachelor’s degree.

Admission      

To be admitted to the Applied Health Sciences, B.S., Concentration in Radiologic Technology Leadership the student must:

• Complete the Oakland University application process. Students admitted to OU SHS with an Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college, may transfer a maximum of 88 credits. Completion of General Education Requirements through the Michigan Transfer Agreement or Out of State Transfer Policy or at Oakland University.

Additional 28 Prior Learning credits

Oakland University awards an additional 28 prior learning credits for successful completion of the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

Grade point policy

Students in the radiologic technology leadership concentration whose cumulative grade point average falls below a 2.80 are not able to graduate with the professional concentration designation.

In order to remove program probationary status, students must raise their cumulative major grade point average to 2.80 or higher.

Academic Advising

All students are required to meet with their professional academic advisor in the School of Health Sciences at least once a year to review progress toward their degree. 

Radiologic Technology Leadership Concentration Professional Course Requirements

Students pursuing the Radiologic Technology Leadership concentration must complete the degree requirements for the major in Applied Health Sciences, B.S. , and take the following courses for the concentration:

• course Leadership and Healthcare (4)

And a minimum of 18 elective credits from the following courses:

• course Communication in Leadership (4)

• course Environmental Health and Safety Training Methods (3)

• course Delivering Safe Patient Care (4)

• course Hospital Safety and Health (4)

• course Introduction to Human Resource Development (4)

• course Group/Team Development and Leadership (4)

• course Fundamentals of Human Interaction (4)

• course Talent Acquisition and Performance Management (4)

• course Lean Principles and Practices in Organizations (4)

• course Organizational Analysis and Culture (4)

• course Health Behavior Theories (3)

• course Mindfulness (3)

• course Survey of Management (3)

• course Computed Tomography (6)*

• course Magnetic Resonance Imaging (7)*

• course Mammography (6) *

Or any other course approved by the program director in writing through the approved petition of exception form

*Advanced Modalities for Radiologic Technologists

Professionals who are currently American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registered may expand on their existing knowledge in the areas of Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Mammography, in affiliation with Beaumont Health.  Each course is approximately one semester (15 - 17 weeks) in length and includes three to four days of clinical and one three-hour class day per week. Clinical hours take place on days and afternoon shifts at various Beaumont Health locations. Other clinical sites, locations and hours of attendance may be required. Clinical shifts vary based on the clinical rotation schedule, as assigned. With permission, additional clinical time may be allowed. Didactic coursework may be offered online.  These advanced modality courses demand a high level of student professionalism, personal commitment, and academic focus.

Students may apply for admission to one of the modality courses listed above (*), through the Radiologic Technology program application process. Applicants are required to hold current ARRT registration or become registered with the ARRT within two weeks after the modality course start date and they must also hold current CPR (“Healthcare Provider”) certification through the American Heart Association.  Applications are accepted year round and the courses may be scheduled any semester based on the number of applicants. Acceptance into a modality course is based on previous math and science grade point average, personal interview, and letters of recommendation. 

Applicable Minors

All Minors are applicable to this major with the exception of the following Minor(s): Child Welfare, International Orientation for EGR/CS, Sustainability Engineering, Two Science, and Three Science.