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PHIL 101 Introduction to Philosophy S&F [SU] every year
PHIL 201 Introduction to Logic S&F [SU] every year
PHIL 211 Ethics S&F every year
PHIL 221 Asian Philosophy S only even years
PHIL 231 Philosophy of Religion F only odd years
PHIL 304 Symbolic Logic S only even years
PHIL 305 Ancient Greek Philosophy F only every year
PHIL 307 Medieval Philosophy S only odd years
PHIL 309 Modern Philosophy F only odd years
PHIL 315 Phenomenology and Existentialism S only odd years
PHIL 337 Aesthetics F only even years
PHIL 406 Philosophy of Science S only upon demand
PHIL 410 Philosophy of Mind S&F upon demand
PHIL 413 Analytic Philosophy S only even years
PHIL 433 Metaphysics F only odd years
PHIL 435 Epistemology F only even years
PHIL 441 Classsical Political Thought F only altern. years
PHIL 442 Modern Political Thought S only altern. years
PHIL 443 Contemporary Political Thought S&F every year
PHIL 489 Senior Tutorial F only every year

In order to do philosophy well, one must have a high level of reading comprehension, clarity of thought, and good communications skills (both oral and written). Put simply, then, philosophy teaches one how to read, think, speak, and write well. This might sound like a rather modest set of outcomes, but even a little reflection reveals that these skills are fundamental to all intellectual endeavors. It’s no coincidence that some of history’s greatest scientists, theologians, and artists were also philosophers.

The General Health Research emphasis of the MHS program is intended to train experts in the assessment of factors related to the health of communities and their residents, as well as the effectiveness of programs and services designed to improve public health. Public health researchers are constantly tasked with identifying risk factors associated with disease, disability, and infection, as well as with developing scientifically-supported programs and services to improve health and well-being; the coursework in the General Health Research emphasis area is designed to train such researchers for success in these endeavors. Advanced Social Statistics (SOC 500) and Qualitative Social Research Methods (SOC 502) together provide students with an excellent understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods and statistics, and particularly an understanding of how statistical methods can be employed to assess and evaluate threats to public health. Risk Management in the Health Sciences (MHLTHSCI 560) focuses on how threats to public health can be minimized, and includes evaluation of pertinent research on this topic. Health Promotion (MHLTHSCI 570) addresses public health interventions across a variety of domains, and includes coverage of contemporary research in this area.

MHLTHSCI 505 Health Science Inquiry
2 cr
MHLTHSCI 520 Health Care Systems Organization and Administration
2 cr
MHLTHSCI 535 Ethics of Health Policy
2 cr
MHLTHSCI 555* Program Evaluation in the Health Sciences
3 cr
MHLTHSCI 552 Statistics
3 cr
MHLTHSCI 579** Applications in Biostatistics & Epidemiology
3 cr
MHLTHSCI 600 Assessment (Capstone Course)
3 cr

Master of Health Science (MHS) Program at Boise State University. Whether you are a current MHS student or someone interested in enrolling in the program, we believe you will find a wealth of useful information on our site. We are very proud of our mission, faculty, and students, as well as our program’s curricular offerings and extracurricular opportunities. We hope you will be similarly pleased, and that our offerings and opportunities will facilitate your advancement in the public health arena.

Physician assistants are taught at educational programs located primarily in university schools of medicine and allied health. Most physician assistant programs require 24-28 months to complete, although programs vary in length. Most programs require applicants to have completed a minimum of three years of college prior to admission and to have had previous health care experience. Most successful applicants to PA programs have earned a bachelor’s degree as the majority of PA programs are at the graduate level.

Prerequisite course requirements vary from school to school. Students are encouraged to consult with their advisor, determine which physician assistant programs are of interest, and pattern their course work to fulfill these specific program requirements.

Students planning on gaining admission to dental school must successfully combine an academic major with the specific prerequisites requirements of the professional school they wish to attend. Most dental schools provide substantial latitude in the academic majors that students may pursue at the baccalaureate level; for this reason students are encouraged to select degrees other than the pre-dental degrees listed below. Students must work closely with their pre-dental advisor to successfully and efficiently meet both the academic requirements of the major they select and the professional school requirements. Most dental school applicants have earned a baccalaureate degree prior to acceptance into professional school. The prerequisite courses required by most dental schools include: ENGL 101-102 English Composition; CHEM 111, 111L-112, 112L General Chemistry and Labs; BIOL 191-192 General Biology I-II; PHYS 111-112 General Physics; and CHEM 307, 308, 309, 310 Organic Chemistry with BIOL 301 Cell Biology, BIOL 343 Genetics and CHEM 431 Biochemistry highly recommended.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science Studies provides a curriculum for students who wish to gain an education in health science studies as a foundation for additional professional or graduate work in several health science professions, including medicine, dentistry, hospital administration, occupational therapy, and physical therapy (see Pre-Professional Studies for additional information). Employment with public health agencies or institutions is also an option. All students are encouraged to work closely with an advisor in the Department of Community and Environmental Health to ensure that the courses they take will meet degree requirements and career goals. The Health Science Studies Program also incorporates the Addictions Studies minor and course work to become a Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselors (CADC) through the Idaho Board for Alcohol/Drug Counselor Certification (IBADCC).

Courses specific to CT are taught during the Fall semester of each year. An outline of the required courses is included on the back of this letter. The goals of the program are:
1. To provide in-depth education and clinical experience necessary to prepare the student for the advanced level CT registry examination.
2. To produce technologists who are competent in the field of CT with the required knowledge and clinical skills demanded by the profession.

A Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer) utilizes independent judgment to apply knowledge and skills to successfully obtain a diagnostic imaging study while maintaining quality patient care and minimizing radiation exposure. Technologists generally are employed in acute care settings, ambulatory care settings, physicians offices, in education, and in management or sales positions. With additional education and training, radiographers may be employed in Radiation Therapy, Computed Tomography, Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Nuclear Medicine, Special Vascular Imaging and Cardiac Catheterization.