The Department offers a B.A. in Communication Science and Disorders. The degree is
a pre-professional program that provides students with basic knowledge of human communication
and communication disorders in preparation for graduate study in audiology, speech-language
pathology, speech and hearing science, or related health science or communication
fields.
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The Department of Health offers a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate programs
which we invite you to explore. Do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to
discuss how you can make a difference in the lives of others by pursuing study with
us in the health sciences and embarking on a health career. And come back often to
see what′s new!
The Health program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)
and National Environmental Health Science & Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC).
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The Department of Kinesiology is one of six undergraduate departments in the College
of Health Sciences at West Chester University. The Department of Kinesiology is committed
to educating all students in the development of a healthy, active lifestyle while
preparing majors for careers in the teaching, exercise and therapy professions.
The Kinesiology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied
Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and National Association for Sports and Physical
Education (NASPE).
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The Department of Nursing at West Chester University provides the highest quality
undergraduate and graduate education to diverse student populations ultimately preparing
students to become leaders within the nursing profession. The baccalaureate program
prepares graduates for entry into nursing practice. The master's program prepares
graduates for advanced practice in adult health/gerontology or nursing education.
The DNP program prepares advanced practice nurses to fully evaluate and implement
evidence-based findings further enhancing delivery of nursing care.
The Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, the Master's degree in Nursing, and the Doctorate
of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs at West Chester University are accredited by the
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
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Dietetics is the scientific study of food intake and preparation with the practical
application of diet in relation to health and disease. The dietetics profession affords
a professional the opportunity to combine an interest in food, nutrition, fitness,
health, and management with meeting the needs of individuals or groups in wellness,
illness and physical performance.
The BS in Nutrition and Dietetics major is a four-year, undergraduate degree which
combines a strong foundation in the biological and chemical sciences with advanced
dietetic course work.
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The Department of Sports Medicine, within the College of Health Sciences, has as its
primary role the preparation of students for careers in athletic training and related
health care fields. Fundamental to such a career is successful completion of the certification
examination given by the Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC). The Bachelor of Science
in Athletic Training in the Department of Sports Medicine provides all the prerequisites
for the BOC exam.
The Sports Medicine program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic
Training Education (CAATE).
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