Rehabilitative Sciences
Rehabilitative Sciences Course Descriptions
The Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitative Science is designed to be the pathway for students seeking to go into physical therapy, occupational therapy, and physician assistant areas. The curriculum structure and content gives the graduate a strong foundation and credentials to embark on other careers in advanced healthcare settings or to enter the workforce as entry-level technicians in healthcare settings.
The degree plan includes the university core, 29 credit hours in athletic training, 16 credit hours in biology, eight credit hours in chemistry, six credit hours in kinesiology, 15 credit hours from sociology and psychology, and an additional eight hours from biology, chemistry, and physics courses. This degree plan was designed to meet the needs of most post-baccalaureate advanced allied health programs in the state of Texas. The curriculum was designed to meet the needs of the majority of programs within the state. In some instances, the individual may need to take additional course work to meet the academic prerequisites for entry into a specific program.
Admission to the Major:
Applicants will to the major during the semester in which the prerequisites will be completed. Applications to the major are due by April 1st. Applicants work with an assigned advisor and are required to submit a completed application form. External applicants or students not working with an advisor should send application materials to the Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions, ATTN: Rehabilitative Sciences, 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209. As part of the application process, the student must submit the following to be considered for entry into the major:
- A completed application form with three references and essay (found online)
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended
- A candidate may be required to attend an interview with the selection committee and complete a general knowledge exam.
To be considered for admission the student must meet the following criteria:
- Completion of the application with all components
- 27 hours of college-level credit with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.