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Link to the School of Allied
Health website for additional information.
In addition to pre-entrance University requirements, students admitted
to the School of Allied Health are required to have a tetanus immunization
within the past ten years; physical examination; annual tuberculin test
(with chest x-ray for positive reactors); rubella and rubeola titers (with
vaccine if titer is negative); and varicella titer. Physical examinations,
tuberculin tests and chest x-rays as indicated are planned through the University
Student Health Services. In addition to the basic health screening
requirements students in all programs are required to have Hepatitis B
Immunization. In compliance with the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard,
the School of Allied Health will provide annual mandatory educational sessions
for all students. Students who fail to provide written documentation that
they have met the above stated health and OSHA requirements will not
be allowed in the clinical setting.
CPR
All students in the School of Allied Health must have a current certificate in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. CPR certification must be kept current until graduation.
Clinical Experiences
Each of the curricula of the School require education experiences in clinical settings. Assignment to clinical placements is contingent upon completion of the appropriate prerequisite course work and the judgement of the faculty of the preparedness of the student for safe practice.
Fees and Expenses
Students can expect fees to approximate those of other University students. However, the professional courses have added expenses for texts, uniforms and clinical travel. Students are responsible for their own transportation to the clinical agencies. They should allow for transportation expenses which could include parking fees, cost of gasoline and cost of air travel/bus/train where necessary. Students are required to pay full fees and tuition during off-campus clinical affiliations.
During periods spent full-time in the affiliated areas off-campus, it is the responsibility of the students to find living quarters and to provide their own maintenance.
Insurance
It is mandatory that all students in the School of Allied Health carry comprehensive health insurance, either privately or through the University.
All students in the professional phase of their curriculum are required to carry specific professional liability insurance under the blanket University policy. Students will automatically be billed for this on the University fee bill.
The School of Allied Health requires a cumulative grade point average of not less than 2.2 in order to gain admission to the junior year program course sequence. It should be noted that admission to programs in the School of Allied Health is competitive. Thereafter students will be dismissed if there is a semester in which they earn a grade point average below 2.2; their cumulative grade point average drops below 2.2; or their major grade point average drops below 2.2 at any time. A "C" or better in all courses in the School of Allied Health, is required for graduation. No student may take a course in the School of Allied Health for which another course in the School is a prerequisite unless that student has earned a grade of "C" or better in that prerequisite course.
The definitions of grade point averages for all School of Allied Health majors are listed under Supplementary Scholastic Standards in the "Academic Regulations" section of this Catalog.
Bachelor's Degree Requirements
Upon the recommendation of the faculty, the degree of Bachelor of Science is awarded by vote of the Board of Trustees to students who have met the following requirements: (1) earned a total of at least 120 credits, (2) earned at least a 2.2 cumulative grade point average, (3) earned at least a 2.2 major grade point average, (4) met all requirements of the School of Allied Health.
The requirements which must be met are stated in detail in the plan of study current at the time of the student's entry into the junior year program or the time of the student's admission or readmission to the School, whichever is later.
Exemptions and Substitution
Students who desire to be excused from any of the requirements, or to substitute other courses for those prescribed, should consult the director of the program in which the student is enrolled. Such exemptions or substitutions must be approved by the Director of the Academic Advisory Center.
Freshmen are not admitted directly into the School of Allied Health. Freshmen students enter the University in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and identify themselves as preallied health majors. Preallied health students will be advised through the Academic Center for Entering Students (ACES). Although freshmen are not admitted directly into the professional program, the School of Allied Health has a Guaranteed Admission Offer. This offer provides freshmen with direct admission in the junior year to the major of their choice if the student fulfills the criteria described under each program below. The Guaranteed Admission Offer is made to provide students with a clear and supportive environment in which to complete admission prerequisites and achieve their academic goals in the School of Allied Health.
In order to qualify for Guaranteed Admission to the Cytotechnology, Diagnostic Genetic Sciences, Dietetics, or Medical Technology programs a student must: (1) have entered the University as a freshman; (2) apply to the program within two years of their freshman admission; (3) complete 3 successive semesters of full time study of required course work at the University of Connecticut; (4) earn an Overall Grade Point Average of a minimum of a 3.0; and (5) meet all Admission Requirements and file a School of Allied Health Application by the February 1st deadline. Students meeting all of these criteria are guaranteed admission to the program.
In order to qualify for Guaranteed Admission to the Physical Therapy Program a student must: (1) have entered the University as a freshman; (2) apply to the program within two years of their freshman admission; (3) complete 3 successive semesters of full time study of required course work at the University of Connecticut; (4) earn a Science Grade Point Average of a 3.2 or better -- the Science Grade Point Average consists of the following courses: CHEM 127Q-128Q, PSYC 132 and 135, STAT 100V or 110V, PNB 264-265, and PHYS 121Q-122Q; (5) earn an Overall Grade Point Average of a minimum of a 3.2; and (6) meet all Admission Requirements and file a School of Allied Health Application by the February 1st deadline. Students meeting all of these criteria are guaranteed admission to the program.
University of Connecticut students who do not meet the Guaranteed Admission Offer will be reviewed competitively on a space available basis. Transfer Applicants to the professional program will be reviewed on a space available basis once matriculated University of Connecticut students have been reviewed and offers of admission have been confirmed.
The professional majors in the School of Allied Health are junior/senior programs. To apply, students must have earned a minimum of 60 credits, completed all University General Education requirements, and satisfied the prerequisite science courses of the program of application. Students are advised to complete all application procedures as early as possible in their fourth semester, but no later than February 1st annually. Admission is for the fall semester. However, physical therapy students must begin their course work during the summer following their admission.
University General Education Requirements
The University General Education requirements are listed in detail in the Academic Regulations section of this Catalog. The course requirements listed below in each specific program are those of the School of Allied Health and as indicated in each group satisfy the University's General Education requirements.
Cytotechnology is a laboratory specialty in the field of cytology. Cytotechnologists aide in the early detection of cancer by examining specimens from various body sites to distinguish normal, abnormal, and cancer cells.
The Cytotechnology Program is offered in conjunction with the UConn
Health Center which holds accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the United States Department
of Education (DOE). Graduates are eligible to take the certification examination
administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) immediately
upon graduation.
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Group 2. Expository Writing
A. AH 241W - Research for the Health Professional
B. MLS 208(W) - Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
Group 3. Mathematics
C. Required Q courses:
1. MATH 109Q - Algebra & TrigonometryD. Required C course: STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
2. STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
Group 8. Science and Technology
A. CHEM 122 - Chemical Principles and Applications
B. BIOL 107 - Principles of Biology
Major Requirements
Related Science Courses
A. CHEM 141 - 142 - Organic Chemistry
B. Biology Option: BIOL 103 - The Biology of Human Health & Disease or a course in Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 108 - Principles of Biology or a Biology course pre-approved by the Cytotechnology Program Director
C. PVS 296 - Histologic Structure and Function
D. PVS 297 - Principles of Pathobiology
Professional Courses
A. Allied Health
220 -
Cancer and Your Health
241W - Research
for the Health Professional
243 - Health
Care Issues for the Health Professional
244 - Management
for the Health Professional
B. Medical Laboratory Sciences
200 - Basic Laboratory Techniques in Medical Laboratory SciencesC. Cytotechnology
206 - Anatomy & Physiology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
208(W) - Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
222 - Diagnostic CytologyDiagnostic Genetic Sciences Program
243 - Cytology and the Female Genital Tract
244 - Cytology of the Respiratory Tract
245 - Cytologic Techniques
246 - Cytology of the Alimentary Tract
247 - Cytology of the Miscellaneous Fluids
248 - Cytology of Aspiration Biology
249 - Senior Seminar in Cytotechnology
250 - Clinical Practicum
Diagnostic Genetic Sciences encompass two diagnostic fields: Medical Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics. Medical cytogenetic technologists study blood, bone marrow, tissue and amniotic fluid for both normal and abnormal chromosome variations that are associated with malformation. Molecular diagnostic technologists evaluate and investigate DNA and RNA with regards to disease, identity, cancer and forensics.
The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Program is approved by the National
Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Graduates
are eligible to take the certification examination administered by the
National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA) immediately
upon graduation.
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Group 2. Expository Writing
A. AH 241W - Research for the Health Professional
B. MLS 208(W) - Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
Group 3. Mathematics
A. Required Q courses:
1. MATH 109Q - Algebra & Trigonometry or Passing Score on Calculus Readiness TestB. Required C course: STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
2. STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
Group 8. Science and Technology
A. CHEM 122 - Chemical Principles and Applications or
CHEM 127Q-128Q - General Chemistry
B. BIOL 107 - Principles of Biology
Major Requirements
Related Science Courses
A. CHEM 141 - 142 - Organic Chemistry or 243 & 244 - Organic Chemistry
B. Biology Option: BIOL 103 - The Biology of Human Health & Disease or a course in Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 108 - Principles of Biology or a Biology course pre-approved by the Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Program Director
C. MCB 200 - Human Genetics
D. MCB 203 - Introduction to Biochemistry
E. MCB 210 - Cell Biology
F. MCB 229 - Fundamentals of Microbiology
Professional Courses
A. Allied Health
241W - Research for the Health ProfessionalB. Medical Laboratory Sciences
243 - Health Care Issues for the Health Professional
244 - Management for the Health Professional
200 - Basic Laboratory Techniques in Medical Laboratory SciencesC. Diagnostic Genetic Sciences
208(W) - Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
222 - Medical CytogeneticsDietetics Program
223 - Laboratory in Cytogenetics
224 - Cancer Cytogenetics
225 - Microscopy and Chromosome Imaging
234 - Diagnostic Molecular Technologies
235 - Laboratory in Molecular Diagnostics
246 - Contemporary Issues in Human Genetics
280 - Bone Marrow Cytogenetics
281 - Peripheral Blood Cytogenetics
284 - Variable Topics in Cytogenetics
285 - Research in Cytogenetics
286 - Prenatal Cytogenetics
287 - Practicum in Microscopy and Imaging
288 - Practicum in Staining and FISH
The Coordinated Program (CP) in Dietetics combines theory in the classroom with supervised practice in clinical, community, and food service sites off campus to prepare students to sit for the National Registered Dietitian Examination (RD). Dietitians assess nutritional needs, plan individualized dietary plans, provide counseling and evaluate nutritional care for individuals and groups.
The Dietetics Program is currently granted accreditation by the Commission
on Accreditation/Approval for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic
Association. Students are eligible to take the national registration examination
administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American
Dietetic Association immediately upon graduation.
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Group 2. Expository Writing
A. AH 241W - Research for the Health Professional
B. DIET 210S - Community Nutrition
Group 3. Mathematics
A. Required Q courses:
1. CHEM 127Q-128Q - General ChemistryB. Required C course: STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
2. STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
Group 7. Social Science and Comparative Analysis
A. SOCI 107 - Introduction to Sociology or SOCI 115 - Contemporary Social Problems or PSYC 135 - General Psychology II (Enhanced)
Group 8. Science and Technology
A. CHEM 127Q-128Q - General Chemistry
B. NUSC 165 - Fundamentals of Nutrition
Major Requirements
Related Science Courses
A. MCB 203 - Introduction to Biochemistry
B. MCB 229 - Fundamentals of Microbiology
C. PNB 264- 265 - Human Anatomy & Physiology
D. CHEM 141 - 142 - Organic Chemistry
E. NUSC 200 - Nutrition and Human Development
F. NUSC 212 - Principles of Food Science
G. NUSC 233 - Food Composition & Preparation
H. NUSC 235 - Food Composition & Preparation Lab
Professional Courses
A. Allied Health
241W - Research for the Health ProfessionalB. Dietetics
242 - Counseling & Teaching for the Health Professional
244 - Management for the Health Professional
204 - Food Service SystemsIndividualized Major Program
208 - Introduction to Nutritional Care I
209 - Introduction to Nutritional Care II
210S - Community Nutrition
235 - Applied Dietetics
238 - Advanced Nutrition for the Clinical Practitioner
244 - Practicum in Food Service Management
247 - Seminar in Dietetics
248 - Applied Clinical Dietetics
250 - Dietetic Practice
The Individualized Major is a unique opportunity to create a major that is not currently offered at the University of Connecticut. Requirements for declaring and completing an Individualized Major in the School of Allied Health are listed below:
To declare an Individualized Major, students must be in good academic standing and have a cumulative grade point average of not less than a 2.2. Thereafter, students admitted to the Individualized Major in the School of Allied Health must maintain the following standards of scholastic achievement to continue in the School. (See School of Allied Health Academic Requirements) Students who fail to maintain the minimum grade point averages or minimum course standard in any one of the following areas are subject to dismissal from the School of Allied Health:
1. Students must maintain a minimum semester grade point average of a 2.2.Students must submit a proposed statement of purpose and identify three faculty members who are willing to serve as an advisory committee.
2. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of a 2.2.
3. Students must maintain a minimum Individualized Major Grade Point average of a 2.2. The Individualized Major Grade Point Average includes the 36 credits of 200 level course work identified on the final plan of study.
A 2.2 grade point average for all calculable junior and senior course work is required for graduation (See School of Allied Health Academic Requirements).
- be from two or more departments
- include at least 18 credits in courses offered by the School of Allied Health. A 'C' or better in all courses in the School of Allied Health is required for graduation (See School of Allied Health Academic Requirements).
- include no more than 6 credits of Independent Study and Internship
- be approved by the Student's Advisory Committee
- be earned at the University of Connecticut, exceptions require the Director of the Academic Advisory Center's permission
- not be taken on Pass/Fail
For further information and application forms, contact the Director of Individualized Studies, Family Studies Building, Room 302 or phone (860) 486-3631.
Medical Technologists apply biological and chemical principles to perform, interpret, and correlate laboratory analyses on body fluids and tissues. Medical Technologists are responsible for selecting appropriate methods and implementing quality assurance for tests designed to promote health and prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases.
The Medical Technology Program is offered in conjunction with Hartford
Hospital which holds accreditation through the National Accrediting Agency
for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Graduates are eligible for certification
examinations administered by the National Credentialing Agency for Medical
Laboratory Personnel (NCA) or the American Society of Clinical Pathologists
(ASCP) immediately upon graduation.
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Group 2. Expository Writing
A. AH 241W - Research for the Health Professional
B. MLS 208(W) - Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
Group 3. Mathematics
A. Required Q courses:
1. MATH 109Q - Algebra & TrigonometryB. Required C course: STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
2. CHEM 127Q-128Q - General Chemistry
3. STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
Group 8. Science and Technology
A. CHEM 122 - Chemical Principles and Applications or CHEM 127Q-128Q - General Chemistry
B. BIOL 107 - Principles of Biology
Major Requirements
Related Science Courses
A. CHEM 141 - 142 - Organic Chemistry or 243, 244, 245 - Organic Chemistry
B. Biology Option: BIOL 103 - The Biology of Human Health & Disease or a course in Anatomy and Physiology or BIOL 108 - Principles of Biology or a Biology course pre-approved by the Medical Technology Program Director
C. MCB 203 - Introduction to Biochemistry
D. Related Science Requirement - MCB 200 - Human Genetics or PHYS 101Q - Elements of Physics or other 200 level Biology or Chemistry course or 100 level Physics course pre-approved by the Medical Technology Program Director
Professional Courses
A. Allied Health
241W - Research for the Health ProfessionalB. Medical Laboratory Sciences
243 - Health Care Issues for the Health Professional
244 - Management for the Health Professional
200 - Basic Laboratory Techniques in Medical Laboratory SciencesC. Medical Technology
206 - Anatomy & Physiology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
208(W) - Immunology for the Medical Laboratory Sciences
213 - Clinical Immunology and VirologyPhysical Therapy Program
250 - Clinical Chemistry and Instrumentation
251 - Clinical Chemistry Laboratory
252 - Infectious Disease Process II
260 - Theory of Phlebotomy
261 - Phlebotomy Laboratory
264 - Hematology
266 - Clinical Microbiology
267 - Clinical Microbiology Laboratory
269 - Clinical Immunology Laboratory
270 - Transfusion Services
272 - Urinalysis
273 - Urinalysis Laboratory
274 - Hematology Laboratory
275 - Transfusion Services Laboratory
280 - Seminar in Medical Technology
Physical therapists restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part. The Physical Therapy Program is an integrated bachelor's master's (BS/MSPT) program. The student receives a B.S. in Allied Health with a major in pre-physical therapy at midpoint of the professional program. The student is not eligible to take the licensure examination as a physical therapist until completion of the M.S. portion of the degree (consult the Graduate Catalog for the M.S. component of the program).
The program in Physical Therapy is accredited by the American Physical
Therapy Association. Graduates of the Master's in Physical Therapy are
eligible to take the physical therapy licensure examination and meet the
requirements of each state licensing agency.
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Group 2. Expository Writing
A. PT 280W - Research for Physical Therapists
B. Physical Therapy 308W - Integrative Seminar II
Group 3. Mathematics
C. Required Q courses:
1. CHEM 127Q-128Q - General ChemistryD. Required C course: Statistics 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
2. STAT 110V - Elementary Concepts of Statistics
3. PHYS 121Q-122Q - General Physics
Group 7. Social Scientific and Comparative Analysis
A. PSYC 135 - General Psychology II (Enhanced)
Group 8. Science and Technology
A. CHEM 127Q-128Q - General Chemistry
B. PSYC 132 - General Psychology I
Major Requirements
Related Science Courses
A. Biology: PNB 264 - 265 Human Anatomy and Physiology
Professional Courses
A. Allied Health
242 - Counseling and Teaching for the Health ProfessionalB. Physical Therapy
243 - Health Care Issues for the Health Professional
210 - Fundamentals of AssessmentPostbaccalaureate Certificate Programs
212 - Fundamentals of Treatment: Acute Care
213 - Human Anatomy
215 - Human Anatomy Laboratory
217 - Human Physiology
220 - Tissue Dysfunction
221 - Pharmacology for Physical therapy
222 - Musculoskeletal Dysfunction
240 - Clinical Kinesiology
260 - Functional Neurology and Movement
280W - Research for Physical Therapists
307 - Integrative Seminar I
308W - Integrative Seminar II
314 - Principles of Rehabilitation
316 - Acute Care Practicum
The Dietetic Internship is a certificate program administered by the School of Allied Health Dietetics Program in collaboration with Hartford Hospital. The internship provides the student with the opportunity to achieve performance requirements for entry-level dietitians through a minimum of 900 hours of supervised practice. The Dietetic Internship is accredited by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Accreditation/Approval for Dietetics Education, a specializing accrediting body recognized by the Council on Post Secondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education. Upon completion of the Dietetic Internship the student is eligible to take the national registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association. Students must pass this examination in order to be a Registered Dietitian.
The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Track Certificate Program is open to individuals with baccalaureate degrees in the medical laboratory sciences or the biological or natural sciences and who meet the course prerequisites for admission to the clinical practicum component. The Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Track Certificate Program prepares students for the Certification Examination in Cytogenetics offered by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA). Upon successful completion of the Certificate Program, students are immediately eligible to sit for this exam. This examination is sanctioned by the Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT).
The Molecular Diagnostic Genetics Track Certificate Program is open to individuals with bacculaureate degrees in cytogenetics, medical technology, or the biological or natural sciences, and who meet specified course prerequisites and academic standards. Upon completion, students receive a certificate from the School of Allied Health and are eligible to sit for the certification examination in molecular genetics offered by the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA). This examination is sanctioned by the Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT).
The Cytotechnology Certificate Program is open to individuals
who have earned a baccalaureate degree and who have completed the chemistry,
biological science, and math prerequisites prior to admission to the clinical
practical component of the program. The Cytotechnology Certificate Program
prepares students for the National Certification Examination in Cytotechnology
given by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. Upon successful
completion of the Certificate Program, students are immediately eligible
to sit for this examination leading to certification.
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