Build a strong foundation in the sciences
Preparing students to apply for the Mercy College graduate program in Physical Therapy
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B.S. in Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy
Degree:
B.S.School:
School of Health and Natural SciencesLocation:
Dobbs FerryCredits:
120
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Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy B.S. Curriculum
General Education Requirements
60 Credits
Major Concentration
55 Credits
Open Electives
5 Credits
Total
120 Credits
Students who select the Pre-Physical Therapy Concentration must successfully complete:
- HLSC 102 Intro to Health Professions
- HLSC 201 Medical Terminology
- HLSC 215 Cultural Comp in Hlthcare
- HLSC 250 Global Health
- HLSC 302 Pathology for Rehabilitation
- HLSC 350 Health Communication
3 Credits in one of the following:
- HLSC 380 Workplace Experience in Health Science I Or HLSC 400 Health Sciences Captsone
The following related courses in Natural Science, Social and Behavioral Science and Mathematics:
* Students must complete these courses as part of their General Education Requirements
- BIOL 130 Hum Anatomy & Physio I Lecture*
- BIOL 130A Hum Anatomy & Physio I Lab
- BIOL 131 Hum Anatomy & Physio II Lecture
- BIOL 131A Hum Anatomy & Physio II Lab
- BIOL 160 General Biology I Lecture
- BIOL 160A General Biology I Lab
- BIOL 161 General Biology II Lecture
- BIOL 161A General Biology II Lab
- CHEM 160 General Chemistry I Lecture
- CHEM 160A General Chemistry I Lab
- CHEM 161 General Chem II Lecture
- CHEM 161A General Chem II Lab
- MATH 201 Precalculus*
- PHYS 160 General Physics I
- PHYS 161 General Physics II
- PSYN 101 or PSYN 195 Introduction to Psychology and Honors Psychology respectively*
- PSYN 233 Dvlpmntl Psych Across Lifespan
- PSYN 370 Stats Socl/Behv Sciences
Recommended Open Electives (5 Credits)
There is an 18-credit residency requirement in the major concentration of health sciences.
- BHSC 308 Hlth Care Organizat/Management
- BHSC 366 Medical Ethics
- BIOL 117 Science of Nutrition
- HLSC 200 Issues in Personal Health
- HLSC 205 Stnd Sfty Precaut/Hlth Care Pr
- HLSC 209 Emerg Care & Personal Safety
- HLSC 225 Intro to Accessing and Reading Scholarly Literature
- HLSC 295 Topics in Health Science
- HLSC 380 Workplace Experience in Health Science I
- HLSC 381 Workplace Experience in Health Science II
- HLSC 390 Epidemiology
- HLSC 400 Health Sciences Capstone
- HLSC 402 Scientific Writing
What are the job opportunities for a BS in HS?
A wide-range of areas such as licensed rehabilitation professions, environmental and occupational health, public health or health promotion. Graduates may also pursue careers related to health care and health promotion in various public and private, clinical and non-clinical settings.
I've taken classes at another college. Can I transfer credit to complete the BS?
Yes. Acceptance of transfer credits is determined by Admissions. They consult with any graduate program to which you intend to apply. To be eligible for a B.S. in Health Science, which is a 120-credit degree, students must complete a minimum of 30 undergraduate credits at Mercy College. Mercy may transfer up to 90 undergraduate credits from a four-year college and up to 75 credits from a two-year community college.
What is the first step in the admissions process?
Click on "Apply Now" on the Mercy homepage or call 1.877.MERCY.GO to apply for admission to Mercy College and arrange for an appointment with an Admissions Counselor. Bring your completed application form and copies of your high school and/or college transcripts with you at the time of your appointment.
How long does earning a degree take?
Full-time students can complete the 120-credit degree program in four years.
Are department faculty available for academic advising?
Yes, faculty are always ready to help students with questions about what courses to take, the sequencing of courses, and career opportunities, including internships and cooperative education.
Is the schedule flexible?
Very. You can take classes as a part-time or full-time student, at various times including evenings and weekends.
How many credits can be transferred from another institution?
Up to 75 credits from a two-year institution. Up to 90 from a four-year institution. Up to 90 credits combined however the credits may not exceed 75 credits from any combination of two-year institutions as they apply to your chosen degree. In addition you may only transfer in two courses of upper-level business credit (six credits) to apply to the major / specialization.
Is Mercy College a nonsectarian institution?
Yes. Qualified applicants are admitted without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or physical disability.
What are the benefits of obtaining a BS in Health Sciences?
If an employer requires a college degree with a health care focus, a B.S. in Health Science is usually preferred. A B.S. in Health Science is the most effective route to completing a Bachelor's degree that includes all the graduate program prerequisite courses for programs such as the Health Promotions Concentration as well as the Graduate Occupational Therapy, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant Programs.
Ferdinand Esser
HLSC Program Director
Jean Walsh
Clinical Assistant Professor, Health Science
Matthew Hyland
Associate Professor, Physical Therapy
Irina Ellison
Associate Professor, Chair Natural Sciences
Debra Zizik
Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science, Pre-Occupational Therapy Concentration, offers a comprehensive curriculum grounded in scientific principles and its practical application to prepare students for application to a graduate physical therapy program. The diverse curriculum that includes general education requirements, the foundational sciences and psychology courses that are typically pre-requisites for application to a graduate program in physical therapy.
Pre-Professional PT Concentration
The B.S. in Health Science does not provide eligibility for licensure to practice as a physical therapist. The health science degree is awarded after completion of the 120-credits of coursework detailed in the Pre-PT concentration. Completing the health science program does not guarantee admission to a Mercy College graduate program in physical therapy. Graduates of the B.S. in Health Science must apply to the graduate programs, meet specific requirements, and compete with all other applicants. Mercy College B.S. in Health Science graduates are offered an admission interview for the respective graduate program provided they meet the minimum criteria as outlined by the program. The B.S. in Health Science Pre-PT concentration satisfies the course requirements for admission to the respective Mercy College Graduate Program. The B.S. in Health Sciences Pre-OT concentration may or may not satisfy the course requirements for admission to other graduate PT programs. Courses can vary based on the college/university. Students have the responsibility to check entrance requirements for college/university to which they intend to apply.
Health Science: Pre-Physical Therapy FAQS
Full-time students can complete the 120-credit degree program in four years.
Yes. Acceptance of transfer credits is determined by Admissions. They consult with any graduate program to which you intend to apply. To be eligible for a B.S. in Health Science, which is a 120-credit degree, students must complete a minimum of 30 undergraduate credits at Mercy College. Mercy may transfer up to 90 undergraduate credits from a four-year college and up to 75 credits from a two-year community college.
Meet Dr. Esser, Health Science Program Director
As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Esser's work has been in providing holistic health care, including utilizing an extensive aptitude in manual therapies, exercise rehabilitation, as well as nutritional guidance and lifestyle modification leadership for over three decades. In addition, he teaches and writes on the issues and technologies impacting health science today. He is a Health Science and Anatomy course curriculum builder and the lead course instructor.
What is a PT?
Physical Therapists (PTs) are health care professionals who diagnose and treat people of all ages with medical problems or health-related conditions that limit their ability to perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs also help to prevent conditions associated with loss of mobility through fitness and wellness programs designed to promote healthy and active lifestyles. PTs examine individuals and develop treatment plans utilizing techniques that promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. They provide care in a variety of settings, including, hospitals, clinics, schools and sports facilities.
Health Science Concentrations
Degree Requirements
Students who have selected a pre-physical therapy professional concentration must maintain a minimum cumulative and major GPA of 3.0 to maintain matriculation within the pre-professional concentrations. If a student’s cumulative and/or major GPA falls below a 3.0, they will be placed on pre-professional concentration probation and will have one semester to restore their matriculating concentration status by raising their cumulative and/or major GPA to a 3.0. Pre-professional concentration students must achieve a grade of B or better in ENGL 112 or equivalent and MATH 116, MATH 201 or equivalent. Any student who receives a grade below a C in a major course will be required to retake the course. Major courses may be retaken once.
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