Fall 2025 Trine Course Catalog

3+3 Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science and a Doctor of Occupational Therapy

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Science degree provides a comprehensive foundation in health sciences, emphasizing subjects such as biology, anatomy, physiology, nutrition, health promotion, communication, and ethics. The program is ideal for those interested in diverse healthcare careers and equips graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in various health science roles and make meaningful contributions to the healthcare sector.

Degree Requirements

General Education Requirements - 31 hours

Communication – 9 hrs.

ENG 133Technical Communication

3

Or

ENG 143College Composition

3

 

HUM 203Humanities Seminar

3

SP 203Effective Speaking

3

Humanities and Social Science – 9 hrs.
PSY 113Principles of Psychology

3

Humanities Elective (3)

3

Social Science Elective (3)

3

Mathematics and Science – 13 hrs.
MA 113College Algebra

3

MA 123Trigonometry

3

MA 253Statistics

3

BIO 114Principles of Biology I

4

Content Requirement - 48 hours

UE 101University Experience

1

AHS 113Introduction to Public Health

3

BIO 163Medical Terminology

3

AHS 203Medical Law and Ethics for Health Science

3

AHS 373/EXS 373Health Promotions & Problems

3

AHS 383/EXS 383Health Coaching

3

AHS 473/EXS 473Global Perspectives Health & Wellness

3

BIO 124Principles of Biology II

4

 

BIO 204Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology I

4

Or

BIO 384Human Anatomy & Physiology I

4

 

BIO 224Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology II

4

Or

BIO 394Human Anatomy & Physiology II

4

 

CH 104General Chemistry I

4

EXS 273Nutrition

3

EXS 363Capstone Experience in Health Sciences I

3

PH 154College Physics I

4

PSY 363/SOC 363Human Behavior & Counseling

3

Electives - 11 hrs

Elective hours determined in conjunction with advisor and based on graduate school preparation.

OTD Program Acceptance – 30hrs

Occupational Therapy coursework is taken in the student's fourth year of study, which counts for both degrees via credit sharing.

30 OTD Credit Hours

30

Total Credit Hours: 120