Health Services Technology, Bachelor of Applied Technology
This program leads to a profession which requires an occupational license as defined under Texas Occupations Code 58.001. This requires that all applicants seeking to become licensed must undergo a criminal background check prior to licensure.
The BAT Health Services Technology prepares individuals for leadership positions in health services, education, technical, corporate training and consulting and other highly marketable fields.
Note: For a PDF version of the degree requirements for this program go to the Undergraduate Programs page on the UTRGV website.
Core Curriculum Requirements – 42 Hours
Students must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements.
Life and Physical Science – 6 hours
Social and Behavioral Sciences – 3 hours
Choose one:
Integrative and Experiential Learning – 2 hours
AAS Degree or Equivalent Associate Degree in a Health Field – 36 Hours
Degree is required to have 36 hours in a health-related course work. The hours for the AAS will apply on this bachelor’s degree.
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Major Requirements – 42 Hours (42 advanced)
Department approval is required.
Health Services Professional Core – 30 hours (30 advanced)
Required
| HPRS 3301 | Introduction to the Evolving Healthcare System | 3 |
| HPRS 3302 | Medical Law/Ethics for the Health Professional | 3 |
| HPRS 3309 | Leading and Managing the Healthcare Team | 3 |
| HPRS 3316 | Nutrition Concepts for Allied Health Practitioners | 3 |
| HPRS 3320 | Patient Education in Health Sciences | 3 |
| HPRS 3324 | Teaching in the Health Sciences | 3 |
| HPRS 4301 | Introduction to Health Data Utilization | 3 |
| HPRS 4302 | Continuous Quality Improvement | 3 |
| HPRS 4312 | Applied Pathophysiology | 3 |
| HPRS 4334 | Issues and Trends in Health Care | 3 |
Advanced Electives – 12 hours (12 advanced)
Complete 12 hours of advanced electives; HPRS courses are highly recommended.
Total Credit Hours: 42
Total Credit Hours: 120
Admission, Progression, And Graduation Requirements, if applicable:
Admission requirements
Students are required to have an AAS degree in a health related field or equivalent with 36 hours in related course work.