Course work that must be completed for acceptance into the program include:
Medical Terminology
One medical terminology course is required; it must be an official academic course resulting in a grade on a school transcript. Courses are available from community and technical colleges or online.
Anatomy and Physiology with Lab
A minimum of two semesters of college-level anatomy and physiology with a lab are required (virtual or online labs are not accepted).
English
A minimum of one semester of college-level English is required; two semesters are preferred.
Speech or Public Speaking
A minimum of one semester of college-level speech or public speaking is required.
College Algebra
A minimum of one semester of college algebra is required; a higher-level math course also satisfies this requirement.
Physics
A minimum of one semester of algebra-based, college-level introductory physics with a lab is required (virtual or online labs are not accepted).
Medical Law and Ethics
A minimum of one semester of college-level medical law and ethics (preferred) or ethics is required.
Humanities
A minimum of one semester of college-level humanities is required.