Program Overview

  • Duration

    6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    6

  • Total Credit Hours

    36

The Healthcare Studies program at Hudson Bay University is committed to delving into the multifaceted world of healthcare and its profound impact on individual and community well-being. Our students embark on a journey to understand the intricate dynamics of healthcare systems, patient care, and public health initiatives. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students explore various facets of healthcare delivery, including healthcare management, healthcare policy, and healthcare ethics.

FOUNDATIONS OF HEALTHCARE AND MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE:

The College of Health Care begins with a comprehensive exploration of healthcare principles and medical knowledge. Students acquire a deep understanding of human anatomy, disease processes, and healthcare practices. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to excel in the diverse field of health sciences.


CLINICAL PRACTICE AND PATIENT SUPPORT:

Outside of traditional learning environments, our College of Health Care prioritizes practical exposure and patient-centered care. Students actively engage in clinical rotations, gain hands-on experience in healthcare facilities, and interact directly with patients. These experiences not only refine their clinical abilities but also offer invaluable insights into delivering quality healthcare.


GLOBAL HEALTH INITIATIVES AND INTERNATIONAL HEALTHCARE ENGAGEMENT:

The College of Health Sciences at Hudson Bay University is committed to promoting global health initiatives and fostering international healthcare engagement. Our curriculum explores international perspectives on healthcare and encourages students to engage in healthcare projects with global impact. This global perspective equips students to address complex health challenges in diverse global communities.

Focuses on child clinical psychology, including child assessment, therapeutic techniques, and developmental issues. Students learn to work with children and adolescents.


Explore the fundamentals of occupational safety, covering the principles of workplace safety, hazard recognition, and safety protocols. Analyze safety regulations, safety assessments, and the promotion of a safe work environment.


Study health sociology, emphasizing the social aspects of health and healthcare systems. Analyze healthcare disparities, social determinants of health, and sociological perspectives on health.


Gain an introduction to medical-surgical nursing, covering nursing care for medical and surgical patients, patient assessment, and nursing interventions. Analyze medical-surgical nursing practices and patient care.


Explore the fundamentals of nutrition, focusing on the role of nutrition in maintaining health and preventing diseases. Analyze dietary guidelines, nutrient intake, and the impact of nutrition on well-being.


Get an introduction to social psychology, covering the study of social interactions, group behavior, and the influence of others on individual behavior. Analyze social cognition, attitudes, and social psychology principles.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HEALTH SCIENCES $3,240
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $3,240
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

High school diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

36

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

6

Child Clinical Psychology (CPS-736)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     The Developmental Psychopathology Perspective
     Influences And Risks In The Developmental Process
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Research: Its Role And Methods
     Classification, Assessment, And Treatment
     Anxiety Disorders
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mood Disorders
     Conduct Problems
     Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Language And Learning Disorders
     Mental Retardation
     Autism And Schizophrenia
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Disorders Of Basic Physical Functions
     Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Condition
     Evolving Concerns For Youth

Fundamental Of Occupational Safety (OSH-574)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Accident Losses
     Liabilities And Safety Legislation
     Workers' Compensation
     Osh Act And Its Administration
     Standards, Codes, And Other Safety Documents
     Engineers And Safety
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Management And Its Responsibilities
     The Changing Roles Of Safety Personnel
     Personnel
     Promoting Safe Practices
     Appraising Plant Safety
     Hazards And Their Control
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Planning For Emergencies
     Accident Investigations
     Safety Analysis
     Acceleration, Falls, Falling Objects, And Other Impacts
     Mechanical Injuries
     Human Service Workers: Agents Of Change
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Services: Identifying Problems And Causes
     Human Service Boundaries: Special Populations, Special Systems
     Medical And Psychiatric Approaches And The Person In Need
     Behavioral Approaches And The Person In Need
     Psychotherapeutic Approaches And The Person In Need
     Integrating The Contemporary Strategies, Personal Relationships Skills, And The Supervisory Process
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Problem Assessment, Planning, Brokering
     Case Management: Cornerstone For Human Services
     Inspiring Change In Human Service Clients
     Crisis Intervention
     Social Intervention: Prevention Through Environmental Change
     Social Control, Human Rights, Ethics And The Law

Health Sociology (NHS-360)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     A Brief Introduction To The Sociology Of Health, Healing, And Illness
     The Development Of Scientific Medicine
     Social Epidemiology
     Society, Disease, And Illness
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social Stress
     Health Behavior
     Experiencing Illness And Disability
     Physicians And The Profession Of Medicine
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Medical Education And The Socialization Of Physicians
     Nurses, Mid-Level Health Care Practitioners, And Allied Health Workers
     Complementary And Alternative Medicine
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Physician-Patient Relationship: Background And Models
     Professional And Ethical Obligations Of Physicians In The Physician-Patient Relationship
     The Health Care System Of The United States
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Health Care Delivery
     The Social Implications Of Health Care Technology
     Comparative Health Care Systems

Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing (NUR-613)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Medical-Surgical Nursing
     Health And Illness In The Adult Client
     Community-Based And Home Care Of The Adult Client
     Nursing Care Of Clients Having Surgery
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Loss, Grief,And Death
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Problems Of Substance Abuse
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Disasters
     Genetic Implications Of Adult Health Nursing
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Pain
     Nursing Of Clients With Altered Fluid, Electrolyte, And Acid-Base Balance
     Nursing Care Of Clients Experiencing Trauma And Shock
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Infections
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Altered Immunity
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Cancer
     Assessing Clients With Integumentary Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Integumentary Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Burns
     Assessing Clients With Endocrine Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Endocrine Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Diabetes Mellitus
     Assessing Clients With Nutritional And Gastrointestinal Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Nutritional Disorders
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Gallbladder, Liver, And Pancreatic Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Bowel Elimination Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Bowel Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Urinary Elimination Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Urinary Tract Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Kidney Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Cardiac Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Coronary Heart Disease
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Cardiac Disorders
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessing Clients With Hematologic, Peripheral Vascular, And Lymphatic Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Hematologic Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Peripheral Vascular Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Respiratory Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Upper Respiratory Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Ventilation Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Gas Exchange Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Musculoskeletal Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Musculoskeletal Trauma
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Musculoskeletal Disorders
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Assessing Clients With Neurologic Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Intracranial Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Cerebrovascular And Spinal Cord Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Neurologic Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Eye And Ear Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Eye And Ear Disorders
     Assessing Clients With Reproductive System And Breast Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Men With Reproductive System And Breast Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Womenwith Reproductive Systemand Breast Disorders
     Nursing Care Of Clients With Sexually Transmitted Infections

Introduction To Nutrition (NHS-637)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Our Daily Bread
     Food Safety
     Factors In Food Preparation
     Vegetables
     Fruits
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Salads And Salad Dressings
     Fats And Oils
     Carbohydrates: Sugar Cookery
     Carbohydrates: Starches And Cereal Cookery
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Proteins: Milk And Cheese
     Proteins: Meats, Poultry, And Fish
     Eggs
     Leavening Agents
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Basics Of Batters And Doughs
     Breads — Quick And Yeast
     Cakes, Cookies, And Pastries
     Beverages
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Preserving Food
     Nutrition And Food
     Menu Planning And Meal Preparation
     Meal Service And Hospitality

Introduction To Social Psychology (P-324)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Theories And Methods In Social Psychology
     Person Perception
     Social Cognition
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Self
     Attitudes And Attitude Change
     Prejudice
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Social Influence
     Interpersonal Attraction
     Close Relationships
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Behavior In Groups
     Gender
     Helping Behavior
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Aggression
     Social Psychology And Health
     Social Psychology And Law