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    Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Rehabilitation Studies, BS


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Dr. Brandi Levingston, Director - Programs in Rehabilitation

 

Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science with a major in rehabilitation studies often pursue careers where they serve individuals who have physical, mental and emotional disabilities and help them become productive and active citizens. This program provides extensive practical experience in community placements.


Candidates for the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in rehabilitation studies must meet the following requirements:

Hours required and general/college requirements


A minimum of 120 semester hours, of which 42 must be advanced, and fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree as specified in the “University Core Curriculum ” in the Academics section of this catalog and the College of Health and Public Service  requirements.

Plus an addictions course, 3 hours


RHAB 4275  is recommended for all majors.

Other course requirements


None.

Minor requirements


Minor of 18 hours, of which 6 must be advanced, may be selected with the approval of the academic advisor. Students are advised to give careful consideration to career goals when selecting their minor area of study. A minor is not required.

Electives


Electives may be required to satisfy the advanced hour requirement and/or the minimum total hours (120) required for the degree.

Other requirements


  • Demonstration of at least 200 hours of field work and a minimum major grade point average of 2.3 is required for graduation

Students interested in majoring in rehabilitation studies should make an appointment with the rehabilitation studies academic advisor.

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