Accelerated BS in Health Sciences-Health Professions Pathways

College

College of Health Professions, Institute of Emerging Health Professions

Degree

Bachelor of Science

Format

Online

Credits

50 - 60

Starting Term

Rolling

Enrollment Options

Full Time, Part Time

Pre-Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences Pathway Overview

In the Accelerated BS in Health Sciences — Pre-Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences Pathway, students will complete all prerequisite coursework needed to be successful in upper-division courses of the BS in Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences at the Center City campus. 

Jefferson's BS in Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences prepares students for careers in diagnostic cytology and practice in a variety of laboratory settings. Students will develop knowledge and skill sets pertaining to cytology specimen screening and diagnostic interpretation, basic laboratory techniques, laboratory operations and management and application of companion technologies such as molecular testing.

Pre-Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences Pathway Curriculum

The Accelerated BS in Health Sciences — Pre-Cytotechnology & Cell Science pathway consists of 55 credits of prerequisite coursework. 

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

CSSX 200

Foundations for Lifelong Learning

3

CHMX 110/111

Chemistry I/Lab

4

CHMX 112/114

Chemistry II/Lab

4

BIOX 121/122

Biology I/Lab

4

BIOX 123/124

Biology II/Lab

4

BIOX 110/113

Anatomy & Physiology I/Lab

4

BIOX 111/114

Anatomy & Physiology II/Lab

4

BIOX 215/216

Microbiology /Lab

4

STAX 211

Finding  & Evaluating Statistical Data

3

ENGX 110

College Writing

3

COMX 240

OR

COMX 375

The Blog

OR

Public Relations

3

 

Electives

15

TOTAL CREDITS

55

Bachelor of Science in Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences Curriculum

To progress to the BS in Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences program students must meet the GPA requirement and experience qualifications. Learn more about the program on our BS in Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences program page.