Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Studies
Pending SACSCOC approval
123 Credit Hours
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Studies
Pending SACSCOC approval
123 Credit Hours
Program Overview
A STEM-designated bridge to professional health programs, this degree supplies the biology, chemistry, anatomy, and patient-care foundations required for admission to nursing, physician-assistant, physical-therapy, occupational-therapy, and allied-health graduate schools—all integrated with Christian ethics and servant leadership. Core courses span medical terminology, public health, pharmacology, healthcare technology, leadership, and a six-credit clinical internship capped by a research-based senior capstone.
Program at a Glance
Credential: B.S. in Allied Health Studies
Total hours: 123 semester credits
Delivery: Residential science labs & simulations | 100 % online
Length: 4 years full-time (15 credits/term)
Start terms: August | January | May
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Credential: B.S. in Allied Health Studies
Total hours: 123 semester credits
Delivery: Residential science labs & simulations | 100 % online
Length: 4 years full-time (15 credits/term)
Start terms: August | January | May
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1. Orientation – 3 credits
• FYI 101 Student Success
2. General Education – 33 credits
Includes ENG 151-152, COM 200, HUM elective & literature survey, MA 230 College Algebra, SCI 201 Intro Biological Science (lab), social-science elective, IT 202 Apps
3. Biblical / Theological Foundation – 12 credits
4. Allied-Health Core – 75 credits
AHS 201 Intro Allied Health • AHS 204 Medical Terminology • AHS 210 Public Health • AHS 301 Human Disease & Pathology • AHS 304 Healthcare Communication • AHS 307 Healthcare Ethics & Laws • AHS 310 Nutrition & Wellness • AHS 313 Pharmacology • AHS 316 Health Information Systems • AHS 319 Healthcare Leadership & Management • AHS 401 Patient Care & Safety • AHS 404 Cultural Competence • AHS 407 Evidence-Based Practice • AHS 410 Population Health • AHS 413 Rehabilitation Techniques • SCI 204 General Chemistry • SCI 300/301 Anatomy & Physiology I-II with labs • SCI 302 Chemistry for Health Science Professionals • SCI 303 Intro Physics • STA 300 Statistics • AHS 480 Capstone (4 cr) • AHS 490 Internship (6 cr)
What You’ll Learn
You’ll master medical terminology, human anatomy and pathology, evidence-based care, and healthcare technology; communicate effectively with diverse patients and teams; apply Christian ethics to clinical decisions; analyze population-health data; and demonstrate professional competencies through a supervised allied-health internship.
Career & Graduate Pathways
Accelerated BSN, MSN, or nurse-practitioner programs
Physician-assistant or accelerated MD/DO pathways
Physical, occupational, or respiratory therapy schools
Public-health, health-informatics, or healthcare-management master’s programs
Entry-level roles such as medical scribe, patient-care tech, clinical research assistant, or healthcare administrator
What You’ll Learn
You’ll master medical terminology, human anatomy and pathology, evidence-based care, and healthcare technology; communicate effectively with diverse patients and teams; apply Christian ethics to clinical decisions; analyze population-health data; and demonstrate professional competencies through a supervised allied-health internship.
Career & Graduate Pathways
Accelerated BSN, MSN, or nurse-practitioner programs
Physician-assistant or accelerated MD/DO pathways
Physical, occupational, or respiratory therapy schools
Public-health, health-informatics, or healthcare-management master’s programs
Entry-level roles such as medical scribe, patient-care tech, clinical research assistant, or healthcare administrator
Ready to start your journey?
Let us help you. Fill out a form or contact us at: 800-328-2660 ext. 460 or admissions@buf.edu