Job Outlook
98%
of College of Health and Human Services graduates working full time have a job related to their degree
98%
of College of Health and Human Services undergraduate students had instructors who made them excited about learning
95%
of College of Health and Human Services graduates participated in experience-driven learning
Pursue a B.S. in Healthcare Services and Sciences
Pursue a B.S. in Healthcare Services and Sciences
To join the ranks of today’s health professionals is an act of service, compassion and courage. As we enter a defining era that is reshaping our health systems in a profound way, we need driven students like you to help meet the moment. Our healthcare services and sciences bachelor's degree at Western provides the educational experience to prepare you for a number of impactful careers in this growing field or to continue building your knowledge with a graduate degree. Our program will help you build a strong foundation on what it means to be a health professional. You'll complete coursework, complementary minor and a capstone project or internship opportunity.
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What you'll learn
What you'll learn
With a healthcare services and sciences degree, you'll get critical skills to work in healthcare and find in-depth study of the delivery and organization of health services, safety practices, health disparities, health informatics and more. You will also be prepared for graduate school in a variety of health service and science areas.
WMU also offers a long-term care administration minor, which prepares you to take the Michigan Nursing Home Administrator licensing exam.
Capstone experience
Test your skills while you're still learning through a capstone experience. You'll complete an internship, professional project or research project that you can add to your resume.
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Jobs after graduation
Jobs after graduation
The Clinical Practice in Health concentration helps experienced healthcare professionals strengthen their credentials and expand their career opportunities. Graduates are prepared to pursue leadership, supervisory and administrative roles across healthcare settings while continuing to build on their clinical expertise. The program also provides a strong foundation for graduate study in healthcare-related fields.
Career pathways
- Healthcare supervisor
- Clinical coordinator
- Healthcare manager
- Patient services leader
- Healthcare administrator
- Community health professional
What others have achieved
What others have achieved
Every student in our healthcare services and sciences program completes a real-world internship in a healthcare setting. After building a strong foundation through hands-on coursework, you'll step into your internship ready to put your knowledge to work in hospitals, clinics and health organizations. It's the kind of experience that boosts your confidence, sharpens your skills and helps you stand out as you launch your career.
Making the most of your learning experience
Making the most of your learning experience
Scholarships
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Admission requirements
Admission requirements
Admission to the program occurs when students who have previously been admitted to WMU, have a minimum of a 2.00 GPA and are not on academic probation select Healthcare Services and Sciences as their major. Students must raise their GPAs to 2.50 or higher before taking the required internship course.
Students must obtain at least a “C” in all HA core major courses. In accordance with University policy, students may repeat courses to obtain the required grade of “C”.
Students must have a minimum of a 2.50 cumulative GPA when applying for the required internship course. Those who do not have a 2.50 cumulative GPA in the semester before their internship course may take one additional semester to raise their cumulative GPA to a 2.50 or higher. If after this additional semester they do not meet the 2.50 cumulative GPA requirement, they will be dismissed from the program.