Nebenfach in Gesundheitswissenschaften

The College of Health Sciences offers a minor in health sciences to students who may wish to pursue a career in the health field. Any student enrolled at Chicago State University with a defined major field of study may elect to obtain a minor in health sciences to enhance their education and employment prospects.

The minor in Health Sciences requires 20 credits which include 3 required Health Science courses: HSC 1104 (Medical Terminology), HSC 2150 (Introduction to Health Professions), and HSC 3321 (Service Learning) and 12 hours of electives. Elective Courses can be selected from the following: HSC/NURS 3375 (Health Policy & Administration), HSC 2190 (Introduction to Nutrition), HSC 2250 (Health Care Ethics), HSC 2265 (Alternative Health Care), HSC 2350 (Drugs and Alcohol in Society), HSC 3310 (HIV People of Color), H SC 3326 (Aging and Health) HSC 2220 (Personal Health and Wellness which includes a 1 hour PE course), PE 3301 (introduction to Physical Therapy), and OT 2010 (Introduction to Occupational Therapy).

The minor must be completed before graduation and students must attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or better. A grade of C or better is required in all courses accepted towards the minor.

Equivalent courses from other institutions will be considered. The Chair of the Department of Public Health may approve the substitution of required and/or elective courses. The requirement for the minor must be completed prior to graduation.

Dean's Welcome Letter

Thank you for your interest in CSU's College of Health Sciences Programs. Our faculty include skilled clinicians and advanced health science professionals who help to prepare, nurture and develop leaders in the health sciences industry who influence the delivery of healthcare.

The faculty has designed a rigorous curriculum with innovative classrooms, simulated/real-life clinical practicums and community-based experiences to meet the healthcare needs of a diverse healthcare system.

As you decide your future as a healthcare professional, you can choose from a complete range of nationally recognized, accredited degree programs, from undergraduate to graduate. An outstanding educational experience awaits you that will enrich your life and enhance your career opportunities in the ever-growing field of healthcare. During your time in the College of Health Sciences, you can become involved in the wide-range of research activities of our esteemed faculty and staff.

We are widely known for:

• excellent teaching
• excellent student learning environments
• innovative research programs
• extensive community engagement.

The College of Health Sciences embraces an urban mission. You will be able to take advantage of a rich cultural environment through fieldwork and internship experiences. We partner with some of the best healthcare facilities and medical centers in the Chicagoland area.

I invite you to browse through our website, to get acquainted with the many facets of the College of Health Sciences here at Chicago State University. We hope to assist you in achieving your educational and professional goals with a career in healthcare.

Best wishes as you begin your educational journey!

Sincerely,

Tyra Dean-Ousley

Dr. Tyra L. Dean-Ousley, EdD, APRN, FNP-BC

Acting Dean College of Health Sciences

Chairperson, Department of Nursing