Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Sciences

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Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Sciences

A Degree Designed to Support Your Academic Well-Being

The bachelor of science (B.S.) in Applied Health Sciences allows undergraduate students to customize their academic pathway towards applying to an accredited undergraduate/graduate healthcare program and entry-level healthcare and wellness careers.

Our program is also uniquely designed to provide an academic home to support every student.

Your academic well-being is our first priority so that you can focus on learning and reaching that most important goal – to graduate and move to the next step of your life with the confidence of a UNLV Rebel.

We are here for you.

Program Outcomes

Microcredentials in holistic patient communication, research methods and bioethics in healthcare, and workforce development in health sciences
Hands on experience organizing and promoting community service projects
Healthcare career information
Exposure to professional healthcare providers, students, and interns
Experience using artificial intelligence like ChatGPT
Practices to mitigate healthcare worker burnout

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025), employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from 2024 to 2034, with approximately 1.9 million job openings each year. This sustained demand reflects the nation’s growing need for healthcare services and professionals. Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Sciences can help address workforce shortages across a wide range of health-related fields in Nevada and beyond.

Program Structure

Two unique features of our program include our focus areas and our focus tracks.

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Focus Areas

Focus areas are based on the healthcare industry you wish to pursue after the completion of your bachelor’s degree. The focus track you choose will shape your coursework to help achieve your targeted professional goals. You can select one of the following:

Applied Health Sciences
Imaging Sciences
Dentistry
Radiation Protection Sciences
Medicine
Nursing - Foundations in Nursing and Health
Occupational Therapist
Pharmacy
Physician Assistant
Physical Therapy

Partner Programs

Applied Health Sciences supports students registering for the following programs:

Bachelor of Science of Health Physics
- Health Physics Track
- Pre-Professional Track
Bachelor of Science of Comprehensive Medical Imaging
- CT/MRI Track
- Radiography Track
- Sonography Track

View All Degree Requirements and Courses

Our Program’s Mission and Values

Applied Health Sciences promotes student well-being and academic excellence for future healthcare professionals through ethical and patient-centered education that builds trust and fosters community.

Compassion: Compassion means treating oneself and patients with dignity and respect through listening, understanding, and support.

Integrity: Integrity means honesty, accountability, and ethical practice.

Academic Well-Being: Academic well-being includes physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social well-being.

“Every person on our team faced challenges while completing their goals in higher education. These experiences forged the design of the B.S. of applied health sciences. We are uniquely committed to ensuring you have the support you need to succeed in health and wellness care fields. You belong here.”

Sharon Jalene, Ph.D., Founding Director

Your Applied Health Sciences Partners

The Applied Health Sciences team will work alongside you, providing support services aimed at supporting your academic well-being, college experience, and professional success. Partners include:

Faculty Mentor: A faculty mentor is an experienced professor who guides and supports undergraduate students during their college journey. Faculty mentors will play an important role in students' success with this unique opportunity for individual support and feedback. Additionally, this faculty mentor will have weekly availability for hands-on support and communication.
Peer Mentor: Peer mentoring programs pair students with a more experienced peer to help them navigate the transition to UNLV. Peer mentors are role models who provide emotional support and validation, assist their mentees in navigating campus resources, and help mentees with goal development and achievement by providing guidance, support, and accountability.
Health Education Applied Leadership (HEAL Board): The student leadership advisory board serves as a voice for undergraduate students within the applied health sciences program. The advisory board will oversee registered, student-led, on-campus organizations (RSO) and will take primary responsibility in collaboration with the rest of the board.
Tutors: UNLV and applied health sciences tutors offer support to students with the goal of fostering independence in learning, encouraging persistence through college, and assisting you to reach your goals.
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