General Studies Certificate - Concentration: Health Sciences - Updated 10/27/2023

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General Studies Certificate concentration in Health Sciences outlines a structured two-semester plan totaling 34 credits, with required general education courses across math, biology, medical ethics, communication, writing, government, chemistry with lab, literary histories, and psychology. It also explains program purpose: preparing UM Bitterroot students to be competent, well-rounded, critical thinkers and effective communicators. The document further maps healthcare degree and career pathways, including noncredit workforce trainings and options at Missoula College and UM, emphasizing progression toward healthcare industry roles. Updated 10/27/2023.

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Program Information

Planned Courses (Fall Semester)

Planned Courses (Spring Semester)

Healthcare Degree Options

CERTIFICATE: General Studies Certificate CONCENTRATION: Health Sciences Student ID (790): Student Name: Credits Required: 30 Advisor Name: | FALL SEMESTER | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT GRADE | NOTES | | M121 | College Algebra | 4 | Math Gen Ed | | BIOH 104N/105 | Basic Human Biology & Lab | 4 | N = Natural Science Gen Ed | | AHMS 270E | Medical Ethics | 3 | E = Ethics Gen Ed *Online | | NASX 105HX | Intro Native American Studies | 3 | H = Historical Studies Gen Ed
X = Cultural & International Diversity Gen Ed | | COMX 111A | Intro to Public Speaking | 3 | A =Expressive Arts Gen Ed *Online | | TOTAL CREDITS 17 | | | | | SPRING SEMESTER | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | COURSE NUMBER | COURSE TITLE | CREDIT GRADE | NOTES | | WRIT 101 | College Writing | 3 | Writing Gen Ed | | PSCI 201SY | Intro to American Government | 3 | S = Social Sciences Gen Ed
Y = Democracy & Citizenship Gen Ed | | CHMY 121N/122 | Intro to General Chemistry | 5 | N = Science Gen Ed (w/Lab) | | LIT 236L | Literary Histories | 3 | L = Literary & Artistic Studies Gen Ed | | PSYX 100S | Intro to Psychology | 3 | S = Social Sciences Gen Ed | | TOTAL CREDITS 17 | | | | PROGRAM INFORMATION Students that earn a General Studies Certificate with an emphasis in Health Sciences are on a path to earning an Associate of Arts or Bachelor's Degree. General education course work prepares UM Bitterroot students to be competent, well rounded individuals who think critically, communicate effectively, and have the essential skills to thrive in today's world. Bitterroot College, Missoula College, &/or College of Health HEALTHCARE DEGREE OPTIONS General Studies Certificate holders can pursue a number of different pathways into the healthcare industry. Those looking to further their education have a number of options available to them. Noncredit Workforce Trainings at Bitterroot College include: Phlebotomy, CNA, CCMA or pursue our pre-nursing associates track or an Associates degree for LPN or MLT Missoula College: Associate's of Applied Science, A.A.S in Paramedicine, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care, Surgical Technology, or Health Administration & Coding or Associates of Science in Nursing to become an RN Bachelor Degree options at UM include the following Majors: Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Public Health, Social Work, Family Medicine Residency, Occupational Sciences (Speech, Language, Hearing), Integrative Physiology and Athletic Training, etc... Link to Career Ladders for Health Care Industry Updated 10/27/2023 103 South 9th Street, Hamilton, MT 59840 | (406) 375.0100 | [https://www.umt.edu/bitterroot-college/](https://www.umt.edu/bitterroot-college/)

FAQs

What credit total and course structure are listed for the Health Sciences concentration?

The plan lists 17 credits for the Fall semester and 17 credits for the Spring semester, totaling 34 credits across required general education courses.

Which courses are included in the Fall semester schedule?

Fall semester includes College Algebra (M121), Basic Human Biology & Lab (BIOH 104N/105), Medical Ethics (AHMS 270E), Intro Native American Studies (NASX 105HX), and Intro to Public Speaking (COMX 111A).

What healthcare pathway options are provided after earning the certificate?

Options include noncredit workforce trainings (phlebotomy, CNA, CCMA) and pre-nursing/associate pathways at Bitterroot College, additional associate programs at Missoula College (including nursing for RN, paramedicine, radiologic technology, respiratory care, surgical technology, and health administration & coding), and bachelor degree majors at UM.

Oct 3, 2026

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