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1. Proposed Program TitleBachelor of Science in Health Studies (BSHS)

2. CIP Code Requested51.0001

3. Contact Person (Name, Email Address, Phone Number)Name-Angie Schmidt, Associate Dean, College of Nursing and Health ProfessionsName of Institution-Arkansas State University-JonesboroE-mail Address-aschmidt@astate.eduPhone Number-870-972-2930

4. Proposed Starting DateSpring 2014

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Undergraduate Bulletin 2012-2013, page 72

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)Nursing—Second Degree Accelerated Program—RN to BSN—LPN to BSNBachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (B.S.R.S.)Radiologic Sciences (emphasis in):—Imaging Specialist Computed Tomography General Radiography Mammography—Diagnostic Medical Sonography—Magnetic Resonance Imaging—Nuclear Medicine Technology—Radiation Therapy—Radiology Management

Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.)Bachelor of Social Work

Bachelor of Science in Health Studies (B.S.H.S)Bachelor of Health Studies

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College of Nursing and Health ProfessionsProfessor Susan Hanrahan, Dean

The College of Nursing & Health Professions was constituted with the beginning of the academic year 1982, and came about as a result of the inclusion of three programs which had been offered in other units of the university. The undergraduate programs of the college are baccalaureate degree curricula in nursing, clinical laboratory sciences, communication disorders, health studies, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), radiologic imaging specialist, radiation therapy, diagnostic sonography, nuclear medicine, and social work, and associate degree programs in clinical laboratory science, nursing, physical therapist assistant, and radiologic technology. Information on graduate programs in the college (communication disorders, nursing, health sciences, physical therapy, and social work) can be found in the ASU Graduate Bulletin.

ACCREDITATION AND REGISTRATIONBoth the associate degree and the baccalaureate degree programs in nursing are approved by the Arkansas State Board of

Nursing and accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) (3343 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326; (404) 975-5000; ww w . nlnac.org). Upon completion of these programs the student is eligible for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensing Examination (NCLEX-RN), and after passing the examination, is licensed as a Registered Nurse by the state(s) to which application was made.

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist and Clinical Laboratory Technician programs are accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, IL 60631, 773-714-8880. Graduates of these programs are eligible for the national certifying examinations in their specialty through the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.

The baccalaureate degree in Communication Disorders is a preprofessional degree designed to prepare students for graduate study in speech-language pathology. Both curriculum and practicum ex- periences have been designed to partially fulfill requirements for the Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.

Both the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 N. Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, 703-706-3245.

The Radiologic Technology, Radiation Therapy, and MRI programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 N. Wacker Dr., Suite 900, Chicago, IL, 60606-2901. Graduates are eligible to sit for the national certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The Nuclear Medicine Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Nuclear Medicine Technology. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee for Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

The Social Work Program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, CSWE, 1725Duke Street, Suite 500, Alexandria, VA 22314-+3457, 703-683-8099.

Most state and national board application forms ask if the applicant has ever been convicted of a crime. Certain crimes (e.g., controlled substance use or sale) may make the applicant ineligible for the examination. If a student has any reason to believe that he/she may be ineligible for the state or national board examinations, he/she should discuss this with the program director or the respective licensing agency.

APPLICATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURESAdmission to Arkansas State University does not automatically admit one to the programs offered by the College of Nursing and

Health Professions. The college has a selective admissions policy due to professional requirements and limited clinical sites for placement of students. All remediation re- quirements must be completed prior to beginning the professional component of any Nursing or Health Professions program.

For a listing of the criteria used by admission committees in selecting students for the various programs, contact the appropriate department chair or program director (Nursing 972-3074; Clinical Laboratory Sciences 680-8596; Radiologic Sciences 972-3073; Physical Therapy 972-3591; Commu- nication Disorders 972-3106; Social Work 972-3984). Courses in clinical laboratory sciences, physical therapist assistant, radiologic sciences, radiologic technology, and nursing (with the exception of NRS

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2203, NRS 3353, NRS 3333, NRS 4393, NRS 2392 and NRSP 2391), are open only to students admit-ted to the professional level of those respective programs. Some courses with an HP prefix are open to any student who meets the university admission requirements. Enrollment in certain 3000 and 4000 level CD courses requires admission to the undergraduate communication disorders program.After being admitted to Arkansas State University, students should obtain an application form from the department or program office or website. The application, together with other required materials, must be submitted in accord with the deadlines listed below. All transcripts and documents submitted in support of an application become the property of the university and cannot be returned to the applicant or forwarded to another school or individual.Students seeking admission to an ASU nursing program after withdrawing from or being dismissed from another nursing program must submit with their application a letter of good standing from each such nursing program attended. Students are ineligible for enrollment into the 4th/Final semester of the AASN program.

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONSStudents will be notified in writing of the decision of the admissions committee. It is the responsibility of each student to see that all required documents have been received by the appropriate program in the College of Nursing and Health Professions by the deadline date. No student will be considered for admission until the file is complete and all requirements are met.

Clinical Laboratory Sciences - Bachelor of ScienceApril 15 of the sophomore year for the junior-senior clinical years. Prior to this time the student is enrolled in the clinical laboratory science program as a pre-clinical laboratory scientist major.Clinical Laboratory Sciences - Associate of Applied ScienceApril 15 for official admission to the Fall semester. Prior to this time, the student is enrolled in the clinical laboratory science program as a pre-clinical laboratory technician major.Communication Disorders - Bachelor of ScienceNo deadlines. Admission to the undergraduate communication disorders program requires the following: 3.1 or better GPA for BIO 2223 and 2201, PSY 2013, CD 2653, CD 2104, CD 2203, and GSP 1204; “C” or better in ENG 1003, ENG 1013, SCOM 1003 and MATH 1023; 2.75 or better overall GPA; ten (10) clock-hours of documented, prescribed observation; a speech and hearing screening; and a minimum of 30 hours of earned academic credit.

Health Studies- Bachelor of ScienceNo deadlines. Admission to the undergraduate health studies program requires students to meet all admission requirements established by the university. Students must declare the BSHS major and schedule a meeting with a BSHS advisor. All general education and major requirements must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Associate of Applied Science in NursingJune 15 for admission to the Fall semester for LPN to RN students at campus site and distance- learning sites; October 1 and June 15 for transfer/readmission for subsequent semester. Deadline for traditional AASN program at the Mountain Home, Beebe and West Memphis campus is October1st. Applicants must complete required prerequisite support courses with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better. A “C” or better must be earned in ALL required courses. Applicants for admission will be ranked based upon prerequisites. All traditional AASN applicants must have CNA certification from Arkansas Office of Long Term Care.Bachelor of Science in NursingJune 15 for Fall enrollment in sophomore nursing courses and the LPN to BSN track. November15 and June 15 for transfer/admission/readmissions for subsequent semester. Registered nurses must apply during the semester enrolled in NRS 3312.Applicants into the sophomore level must have at least 30 semester hours with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above completed by application deadline (June 15). Required prerequisite courses must be completed with a “C” or better by application deadline. Due to space availability, applicants for admis- sion will be ranked based on the GPA of all completed courses that apply toward the BSN Degree.2nd Degree Accelerated BSNMarch 15 for August Interim enrollment. A baccalaureate degree in another discipline plus all major required support courses must be completed by the end of the Spring semester.Students seeking readmission, advance standing or transfer credit for nursing courses must be aware that nursing knowledge changes rapidly. Therefore, if three or more years have elapsed since the previous education experience, students may be required to meet additional requirements beforeprogression in a specific nursing program.

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Bachelor of Science in Health StudiesThe BSHS degree serves a three-fold purpose for students: 1) planning to seek employment in a health or health related area upon graduation; 2) desiring a bachelor’s degree following an associate’s degree in health disciplines and 3) planning a health career that requires a post-baccalaureate plan of study. Students will study chronic illness, prevention, wellness, healthcare advocacy, patient safety, health information technology, health systems, interdisciplinary practice, aging, mental health and cultural competence.

This degree does not lead to a professional credential or state licensure. Students will be prepared to work in community health, support services, health care navigation, claims services, medical sales and patient services. On line certifications are available in some areas such as compliance officer, health advocate and coding specialist.

The BSHS has two separate degree tracks: The Professional Track and Non-Professional Track. The Professional Track requires students to have an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in an allied health related field (e.g., Physical Therapist Assistant, Clinical Laboratory, Nursing, Radiologic Technology). The Non-Professional Track does not require students to hold an AAS degree.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSStudents wishing to pursue the BS in Health Studies (BSHS) must meet all admission requirements established by the university. Students must declare the BSHS major and schedule a meeting with a BSHS advisor. All general education and major requirements must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Professional TrackUniversity Requirements:See University General Requirements for Associates and Baccalaureate degreesGeneral Education Requirements Sem. Hrs.See General Education Curriculum for Associate of Applied Science and Baccalaureate Degrees

Students with this major must take the following courses for AAS degree:CS 1013, Introduction to Computers ORCIT 1503, Microcomputer Applications

Students with this major must take the following courses for BS degree:PSY 2013 Introduction to PsychologyMATH 1033 Plane Trigonometry or higherBIO 2203 AND 2201, Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 and LaboratoryPHYS 2054, General Physic 1

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First Year Making Connections Course Sem. Hrs.PT 1013, Making Connections in Physical Therapy 3

Required Support Courses: Sem. Hrs.HP 2112, Introduction to the US Healthcare System 2Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramPTA AAS degree requirements 38Major Requirements Sem. HrsCLS 4212 Interpreting Laboratory Data 2HP 3233 Preventive Health 3HP 3463 Introduction to Pharmaceuticals 3HP 3353 Public Health: Principles and Practice 3HP 3453 Healthcare Navigations 3HP 3673 Critical Issues in Health 3HP 3783 Issues in Mental Health 3HP 4103 Patient Education in Health Care 3HP 4213 Chronic Illness 3HP 4323 Patient Safety 3HP 4433 Healthcare Advocacy 3

HP 4543 Healthcare Service Delivery 3HP 4803 Introduction to Geriatrics 3PHIL 3713 Ethics in Health Professions 3Sub-total 41ElectivesElectives (lower/upper division) 2Electives (upper division only) 4Total Required Hours (Physical Therapist Assistant) 128

Non-Professional Track

University Requirements:See University General Requirements for Baccalaureate degreesFirst Year Making Connections Course Sem. Hrs.UC 1013, Making Connections 3

General Education Requirements Sem. Hrs.See General Education Curriculum for Baccalaureate Degrees

Students with this major must take the following:PSY 2013 Introduction to PsychologyBIO 2203 AND 2201, Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 and LaboratoryECON 2333 Economic Issues and Concepts

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Required Support Courses: Sem. Hrs.DPEM 2223 Healthcare Emergency Management 3HLTH 2513 Principles of Personal Health 3HP 2013 Medical Terminology 3HP 2112 Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System 2NRS 2203 Basic Human Nutrition 3SOC 2223 Social Problems 3Major Requirements Sem. HrsCLS 4212 Interpreting Laboratory Data 2HP 3123 Introduction to Disease 3HP 3233 Preventive Health 3HP 3353 Public Health: Principles and Practice 3HP 3413 Cultural Competence In The Health Professions 3HP 3453 Healthcare Navigations 3HP 3463 Introduction to Pharmaceuticals 3HP 3673 Critical Issues in Health 3HP 3783 Issues in Mental Health 3HP 4103 Patient Education in Health Care 3HP 4213 Chronic Illness 3HP 4323 Patient Safety 3HP 4433 Healthcare Advocacy 3HP 4543 Healthcare Service Delivery 3HP 4803 Introduction to Geriatrics 3PHIL 3713 Ethics in Health Professions 3Subtotal 47Electives Sem HrsElectives (18 credit hours lower/upper division) 18Total Required Hours 120

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CLS 4441. Clinical issues and Topics in Medical Microbiology II WEB-based Case Study approach addressing advanced level content of medically important microorganisms. Designed to enhance critical thinking skills through the interpretation, correlation, analysis and differential diagnosis of infectious disease case-oriented material in clinical presentations. Differential diag- noses to be based on the evaluation of patient history, clinical manifestations, and laboratory data. Prerequisites. CLS 2533 and CLS 2531. Corequisite. CLS 4443. Spring.

CLS 4443. Medical Microbiology II Discussion of mechanisms of pathogenicity, quality manage- ment, nosocomial infections, specimen collection and processing, automation and instrumentation, molecular techniques, and medical microbiology in patient care. Covers the theoretical elements of related laboratory procedures. Prerequisites, CLS 2533 and CLS 2531. Corequisite, CLS 4441. Spring.

Health Professions (HP)HP 2013. Medical Terminology Basic language related to medical science and the health professions, word analysis, construction, spelling, definitions. Special course fees may apply. Fall, Spring.

HP 2112 Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System Fundamental structures and operations of the United States health care system and its differences from other established health care models across the world. Provides an overview of health care services, delivery, financing, trends and consequences.

HP 3003. General Gross Anatomy The regional topographic study of human gross anatomy using lecture, laboratory, discussion, and prosected cadavers. Emphasis is placed on surface anatomy, musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems. Clinical correlations are highlighted. Lecture

2 hours per week. Laboratory 2 hours per week. Enrollment will be limited. Enrollment preference will be given to students in the Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Program. Additional enroll- ment will be at the discretion of the instructor. Special course fees may apply. Prerequisites, BIO2203 and BIO 2201, or BIO 3223 and BIO 3221. Fall, Spring.

HP 3123 Introduction to Disease Basic principles of disease processes, covering essential structural and functional characteristics of common diseases. Attention will be given to individual body systems and the diseases, disturbances, and abnormalities that can affect them.

HP 3233 Preventive Health Teaching and “coaching” patients toward managing, mitigating, and/or preventing health dysfunctions. Examines the impact health promotion and preventive practices have on the quality of life across the life span.

HP 3353 Public Health: Principles and Practice Overview of the unique features of public health in the rapidly changing US and global health care delivery system from a population, global health perspective.

HP 3413. Cultural Competence in the Health Professions Self assessment of awareness, knowledge, sensitivity and acceptance of the importance of cultural issues in a culturally diverse health care environment, definition and components of culture, cultural values, cultural competence, health and healing traditions, transcultural communication, fostering cultural competence in col- leagues. Fall, Spring.

HS 3453 Healthcare Navigation Explores the role of Healthcare Navigator. The patient navigation model includes the timely movement of an individual across the entire health care continuum from prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive, to end-of-life care.

HP 3463 Introduction to Pharmaceuticals Pharmaceutical regulation, drug development, drug safety (including age related issues, polypharmacy, and abuse) and quality control issues in modern healthcare.

Examination of critical health and health care issues from clinical, legislative, and community perspectives.

HP 3673 Critical Issues in Health HP 3783 Issues in Mental Health Examination of a variety of mental health conditions and behaviors, including many of the help-seeking behaviors seen currently in health care settings including major public health threats.

HP 4103 Patient Education in Health Care Teaching strategies and methodologies that compare and contrast teacher-centered versus patient-centered approaches within the context of healthcare.

HP 4133. Performance Enhancement and Metabolism for Sport and Exercise Provides learners with a basic and applied scientific knowledge base that can be used to enhance human performance, to protect the health and safety of active individuals, and to be a critical consumer. Special course fees may apply. Spring.

HP 4213 Chronic Illness An introduction to the scope and nature of living with chronic disease or illness with a focus on identifying chronic illnesses that affect not only the individual, but families and communities.

HP 4323 Patient Safety An introduction to the scope and nature of most adverse events related to patient safety with a focus on identification and prevention of patient safety issues.

HP 4433 Healthcare Advocacy Introduction to the role of the healthcare advocate with a focus on information that assists patients and families in the increasing complex and dynamic health care system.

HP 4543 Healthcare Service A global focus on the World Health Organization and principles related to current health care delivery that are effective, safe, and quality based.

HP 4803. Introduction to Geriatrics Provides the learner with an introduction of geriatrics through a multidisciplinary approach. Topics explored will encompass how people age physically and how this aging affects other dimensions of life. Special course fees may apply. Prerequisites,minimum of 60 hours. Summer.

Proposal - 1NEW CERTIFICATE OR DEGREE PROGRAM

1. Proposed Program TitleBachelor of Science in Health Studies (BSHS)

2. CIP Code Requested51.0001

3. Contact Person (Name, Name of Institution, Address, Email Address, Phone Number)Name-Angie Schmidt, Associate Dean, College of Nursing and Health ProfessionsName of Institution-Arkansas State University-JonesboroE-mail Address-aschmidt@astate.eduPhone Number-870-972-2930

4. Proposed Starting DateSpring 2014

5. Program Summarya. Provide a general description of the proposed program. Include overview of any curriculum additions or modifications; program costs; faculty resources, library resources, facilities and equipment; purpose of the program; and any information that will serve as introduction to the program.

The BSHS degree serves a three-fold purpose for students: 1) planning to seek employment in a health or health related area upon graduation; 2) desiring a bachelor’s degree following an associate’s degree in health disciplines and 3) planning a health career that requires a post-baccalaureate plan of study.

This degree does not lead to a professional credential or state licensure. It does prepare students for roles in community health, support services, health care navigation, claims services, medical sales and patient services. Online certification is available in some areas such as compliance officer, health advocate and coding specialist.

The value of this degree is that it provides a baseline of skills and education in areas that are of tremendous importance to the health of Arkansans. Students will study chronic illness, prevention, wellness, healthcare advocacy, patient safety, health information technology, health systems, interdisciplinary practice, aging, mental health and cultural competence. A basic foundation of knowledge will allow the graduate to bridge from health to health care which will be important in a diverse array of health settings.

The passage of the Affordable Care Act has “redesigned” workforce roles and created new employment opportunities in the process. The American Hospital Association, in its “Workforce Roles in a Redesigned Primary Care Model”, discusses the emergence of new team members that connect patients with providers and community resources. These members might be called health coaches, health care navigators, population assistants or community health aides.

The curriculum will include 13 new courses as part of the curriculum and 6 existing courses within the College of Nursing and Health Professions (CNHP). It will also include general education and other support courses outside the CNHP.

An interdisciplinary team of faculty have participated in degree development. Although some of the courses can be taught as part of existing faculty loads, two new faculty lines will be necessary to teach the matriculated sequence of courses, one faculty in the first year and another in the second year. No additional resources will be necessary from the library nor will any new equipment or classrooms be required.

b. List existing degree programs that support the proposed program.

Programs in the CNHP with content appropriate to this degree include Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, Nutrition, Clinical Laboratory Science and Nursing. Existing courses that support this degree are Basic Human Nutrition, Healthcare Emergency Management, Cultural Competence in Health Professions, Medical Terminology, Introduction to Geriatrics, and Interpreting Laboratory Data.

6. Need for the programa. Provide survey data (number not percentage) on student interest (number of students planning to enroll), job availability, corporate demands and employment/wage projections. Focus mostly on state needs and less on regional and national needs, unless applicable to the program. Survey data can be obtained by telephone, letters of interest, student inquiry, etc. Focus mostly on state needs for undergraduate programs; and state, regional and national needs for graduate programs.

One of the goals of the Affordable Care Act was to increase and modernize the health care workforce. Industry and academia has been working hard to “rethink” degree levels, titles and qualities of health workers. There is an urgent need to develop new skills among the health care workforce. There is also a need to attract others to jobs in the health industry that requires some level of education and hands on skills, not necessarily related to professional licensure. The health marketplace is also finding ways to enhance quality while reducing cost and providing access.

Most of the literature in response to the Affordable Care Act has noted similar language in conveying necessary worker qualities and characteristics. For example, the same report, as noted in #5 above ( The American Hospital Association, January 2013, “Workforce Roles in a Redesigned Primary Care Model”), highlights interdisciplinary teaming, care coordination, cultural awareness, wellness and care across the continuum, health literacy, self -care, information technology, prevention and safety, and quality including the titles of workers as noted previously. All of these elements have been incorporated into this degree program.

On April 20, 2012, Governor Beebe was presented a document entitled, “Arkansas Health Workforce Strategic Plan: A Roadmap to Change” from the Arkansas Health Workforce Initiative Workgroup comprised of 13 health professionals from across the state representing a variety of health disciplines. In this report were four goals related to team based care, the use of health information technology, equitable distribution of workforce and health financing. Some of the recommendations, in part, discussed the development of community health and

direct care workers. There was also a need expressed for the education and training of care coordinators. This along with the elements of health literacy, information technology, wellness and team based care reinforces the very nature of our need in this state.

The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital Organizations (JACHO) has been releasing accreditation guidelines and standards (specifically in the primary care medical home option) which reinforce the discussion about patient care. The focus on interdisciplinary, continuity of care, coordinated care, health literacy, quality and safety information systems, patient education, self- management tools, population based care, chronic care management are among the elements of performance for accreditation. An interdisciplinary team is required to make these things happen.

On February 8, 2013, the Washington Post included an article entitled, “For Insurance Exchanges, States Need ‘Navigators’---and Hiring Them is a Huge Task”. The story suggests that ‘navigators’ are “an enormous new workforce of helpers under the law”. Because the states have a herculean task of signing up hundreds of thousands of people during their open enrollment periods, a very large number of educated ‘navigators’ will be necessary. This degree provides a comprehensive foundation for all of the variables that go into this type of work.

Because many of these workers and worker titles are just evolving, it is difficult to grasp reliable student interest, job vacancy and employer hire rates. Currently, there are national certifications available in the areas of Health Advocacy, Patient Navigator, Coding Specialists and in Health Care Compliance. The BSHS supports knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for completion of these national certifications. A BSHS Career Map is provided showing possible jobs available for a student graduating with a BSHS degree (see attached Career Map). Letters of support will be included from the Arkansas Surgeon General and health entities, which provide support for this type and level of degree.

With so many students undecided at Arkansas State University and the offering of a new degree program where multiple options for employment exist, we anticipate large numbers of students. It is anticipated that graduating classes per year will exceed 50 students.

Programs in the CNHP have advisory boards. This program will be no exception. A wide range of industry partners will spend time with Administration and Faculty in the CNHP implementing this degree as well as modifying the degree based on market changes. Continued partnerships with these entities over time will assist in meeting workforce needs.

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b. Provide names/types of organizations/businesses surveyed.

So that data will be more current relative to ADHE submission, in Summer 2013, organizations and businesses will be surveyed using Qualtrics survey software. Surveyed entities will include: insurance companies, non-profit organizations, hospitals and other related healthcare organizations. Data received and the analysis of that data will be current relative to the ADHE Summer 2013 submission. In addition, students classified as “undecided majors” will be surveyed to identify current student interest.

c. Letters of support should address the following when relevant: the number of current/anticipated job vacancies, whether the degree is desired or required for advancement, the increase in wages projected based on additional education, etc.

In summer 2013, we will seek letters of support from CEO’s of hospitals, Arkansas Surgeon General and employers in healthcare organizations.

d. Indicate if employer tuition assistance is provided or other enrollment incentives.

Not available

7. Curriculum outlinea. Provide curriculum outline by semester.

Two separate degree tracks are proposed for the BSHS- The Professional Track and Non-Professional Track. The Professional Track requires students to have an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in an allied health related field (e.g., Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Clinical Laboratory, Nursing, Radiologic Technology). The Non-Professional Track does not require students to hold an AAS degree.

The Professional Track provides a transition from an Associate’s degree to a Bachelor’s degree. The PTA curriculum for the AAS degree on ASU-J campus includes 15 credit hours of General Education. The Professional Track for the BSHS degree includes an additional 20 credit hours of General Education courses during the student’s Freshman, Junior and Senior year to meet the mandated 35 credit hours of General Education courses for a bachelor’s degree. The curriculum includes 41-credit hours of upper division degree (major) courses and 45-credit hours of combined upper division courses. The BSHS Professional Track degree plan exceeds the 120 credit hour when an AAS degree exceeds the credit hour limit. For instance, on the ASU-J campus, the PTA degree is 38 credit hours during the student’s sophomore year in order to meet accreditation standards for licensure. Therefore, students graduating with a PTA degree from ASU will have a total of 128-credit hours for the Professional Track of the BSHS.

The Non-Professional Track includes a 120-credit hour degree plan. The curriculum includes 47 credit hours of upper division degree courses and 18 credit hours of lower/upper division courses. Each semester includes a total of 15 total credit hours.

Professional Track Semester 1: Fall Year 1PTA 1013 Making ConnectionsENG 1003 English Comp I MATH 1033 Plane TrigonometryBIO 2203 Human A& P IBIO 2201 Human A&P I Lab2 credit Elective

Semester 2: Spring Year 1

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ENG 1013 English Composition II PHYS 2054 General Physics I 3 credits US History / Govt CS 1013 Introduction to Computers OR CIT 1503 Microcomputer ApplicationsHP 2112 Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System

Semester 3 & 4: Year 2 Professional Associate Degree (Physical Therapist Assistant –38 credit hours)

Semester 5: Fall Year 33 credits Arts & Humanities HP 3233 Preventive Health 3 credits Arts & Humanities HP 3353 Public Health: Principles and PracticePSY 2013 Introduction to Psychology

Semester 6: Spring Year 3HP 3783 Issues in Mental HealthHP 3453 Healthcare NavigationsHP 3463 Introduction to PharmaceuticalsHP 3673 Critical Issues in Health3 credits Arts & Humanities

Semester 7: Fall Year 4PHIL3713 Ethics in Health ProfessionsHP 4213 Chronic IllnessHP 4323 Patient SafetyHP 4433 Healthcare Advocacy3 credits Social Sciences Semester 8: Spring Year 4HP 4103 Patient Education in Health CareHP 4803 Introduction to Geriatrics CLS 4212 Interpreting Laboratory DataHP 4543 Healthcare Service Delivery 4 credit Upper division elective

Non-Professional Track

Semester 1: Fall Year 1UC 1013 Making ConnectionsENG 1003 English Comp I 3 credits Mathematics BIO 2203 Human A& P IBIO 2201 Human A&P I Lab2 credits Electives

Semester 2: Spring Year 1ENG 1013 English Composition II ECON 2333 Economic Issues and Concepts 3 credits US History / Govt 3 credits Arts & Humanities PSY 2013 Introduction to Psychology

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Semester 3: Fall Year 2HP 2013 Medical Terminology3 credits Social Sciences SOC 2223 Social ProblemsNRS 2203 Basic Human NutritionDPEM 2223 Healthcare Emergency Management

Semester 4: Spring Year 23 credits Arts & Humanities HLTH 2513 Principles of Personal HealthHP 2112 Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System3 credits Elective4 credits Physical/Life Sciences

Semester 5: Fall Year 3HP 3413 Cultural Competence In The Health ProfessionsHP 3123 Introduction to DiseaseHP 3233 Preventive Health HP 3353 Public Health: Principles and Practice3 Credits Elective

Semester 6: Spring Year 3HP 3783 Issues in Mental HealthHP 3453 Healthcare NavigationsHP 3463 Introduction to PharmaceuticalsHP 3673 Critical Issues in Health3 Credits Elective Semester 7: Fall Year 4PHIL3713 Ethics in the Health ProfessionsHP 4213 Chronic IllnessHP 4323 Patient SafetyHP 4433 Healthcare Advocacy3 Credits Elective

Semester 8: Spring Year 4HP 4103 Patient Education in Health CareHP 4803 Introduction to GeriatricsCLS 4212 Interpreting Laboratory DataHP 4543 Healthcare Service Delivery 4 Credits Elective

b. Give total number of semester credit hours required for the program.

Professional Track (includes AAS degree): 128 credit hoursNon-professional Track: 120 credit hours

c. Identify new courses (provide course descriptions.)HP 2112 Introduction to the U.S. Healthcare System- Fundamental structures and operations of the United States health care system and its differences from other established health care models across the world. Provides an overview of health care services, delivery, financing, trends and consequences.

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HP 3123 Introduction to Disease- Basic principles of disease processes, covering essential structural and functional characteristics of common diseases. Attention will be given to individual body systems and the diseases, disturbances, and abnormalities that can affect them.

HP 3233 Preventive Health- Teaching and “coaching” patients toward managing, mitigating, and/or preventing health dysfunctions. Examines the impact health promotion and preventive practices have on the quality of life across the life span.

HP 3353 Public Health: Principles and Practice- Overview of the unique features of public health in the rapidly changing US and global health care delivery system from a population, global health perspective.

HS 3453 Healthcare Navigation Explores the role of Healthcare Navigator. The patient navigation model includes the timely movement of an individual across the entire health care continuum from prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive, to end-of-life care.

HP 3463 Introduction to Pharmaceuticals- Pharmaceutical regulation, drug development, drug safety (including age related issues, polypharmacy, and abuse) and quality control issues in modern healthcare.

Examination of critical health and health care issues from clinical, legislative, and community perspectives.

HP 3673 Critical Issues in Health- HP 3783 Issues in Mental Health- Examination of a variety of mental health conditions and behaviors, including many of the help-seeking behaviors seen currently in health care settings including major public health threats.

HP 4103 Patient Education in Health Care Teaching strategies and methodologies that compare and contrast teacher-centered versus patient-centered approaches within the context of healthcare.

HP 4213 Chronic Illness-An introduction to the scope and nature of living with chronic disease or illness with a focus on identifying chronic illnesses that affect not only the individual, but families and communities.

HP 4323 Patient Safety- An introduction to the scope and nature of most adverse events related to patient safety with a focus on identification and prevention of patient safety issues.

HP 4433 Healthcare Advocacy- Introduction to the role of the healthcare advocate with a focus on information that assists patients and families in the increasing complex and dynamic health care system.

HP 4543 Healthcare Service- A global focus on the World Health Organization and principles related to current health care delivery that are effective, safe, and quality based.

d. Identify required general education courses, core courses and major courses.

General Education Courses are “italicized” in #7a.Major courses are “underlined” in #7a.Core courses are not applicable for this degree plan.

e. Identify courses currently offered via distance technology.

Program requirements do not include distance learning technology. Courses may be web-assisted using Blackboard Learn.

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f. State program admission requirements

Students wishing to pursue the BS in Health Studies (BSHS) must apply to Arkansas State University and meet all admission requirements established by the university. Students must declare the BSHS major and schedule a meeting with a BSHS advisor. All general education and major requirements must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

g. Describe specified learning outcomes and course examination procedures.

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BSHS) Program, the graduate will:1.  Develop a systematic approach and critical thinking to respond to healthcare issues and societal needs2.  Develop evidence-based solutions to healthcare practices3.  Develop communication strategies to establish collaborative relationships, including multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary teams4.  Demonstrate an understanding of diverse roles in healthcare services, including patient advocacy, navigator, educator, and coding specialist5.  Assess the legal, ethical, and political issues that shape and change healthcare6.  Develop leadership skills that reflect professionalism and cultural awareness

Academic Integrity The College of Nursing and Health Professions will follow the university policy for all forms of academic fraud. This policy is defined in the ASU Student Handbook and CNHP Faculty/Staff Handbook (Appendix C). A breech of academic integrity will not be tolerated. All faculty members of the Department are responsible for ensuring academic integrity in the classes for which they administrate.

Examination Tools & Development Copying of examinations in preparation for administration will be completed by the instructor or administrative assistant. Each faculty member will file course examinations and student projects in a locked file cabinet in the faculty’s office for one semester after course completion and after that time, all course examinations and projects will be destroyed. Exams that are administered online will remain with the online course through Blackboard.

Examination Proctoring All examinations given in the professional phase of the program will be proctored by the instructor or his/her designee. The procedures for exam administration are as follows: 1. Instructor will set time of examinations. Instructor will proctor his/her own examination whenever possible. 2. If instructor is unable to proctor the examination, he/she will be responsible to arrange with another member of the CNHP faculty to proctor the examination.

Web-Assisted Course PoliciesEach student is issued a personal username and password for electronic email, Blackboard Learn and other electronic portals. Students that enter the BSHS program must accept and agree to abide by the CNHP’s Code of Honor which addresses lying, cheating and stealing. Misuse of username and passwords would be considered a violation of the Code of Honor.

h. Include a copy of the course evaluation to be completed by the student.

Instructor / Course Evaluation FormArkansas State UniversityCollege of Nursing and Health Professions5 = Strongly Agree4 = Agree3 = Agree Somewhat2 = Disagree

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1 = Strongly Disagree0 = Did not have this instructorItems that are not applicable should not be scored. From my perspective, the professor/ instructor:Instructor Evaluation Questions

1. Was organized and prepared for this course.2. Feedback given to student was appropriate in relation to assignments and performance.3. Communicated well in English.4. Demonstrated impartial and fair evaluation.5. Provided a positive student-teacher interaction.6. Activities contributed to understanding and skill development.7. Demonstrated punctuality.8. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.9. Provided learning techniques appropriate for course and lab.10. Interacted with the students in a professional manner.11. Provided opportunities for problem solving, multiple viewpoints, and critical thinking.12. Provided adequate explanation of course material.13. Provided an atmosphere in which students felt comfortable asking questions.14. Comments regarding INSTRUCTOR

Course Evaluation Questions

From my perspective, the course:15. Reading level of textbook was appropriate.16. Equipment was functional and represented appropriate technology.17. Format for this course facilitated accomplishment of the course objectives and goals.18. Course material was sequenced and structured to facilitate the achievement of goals and objectives.19. Textbook covered the “topic.”20. Library had adequate resources for this course.21. Media used added to my learning experience.22. Format for this course (compressed video, web/asynchronous, web-assisted, lecture/discussion, lab, etc…) was helpful in learning the material and related concepts.23. Additional reading / assignments provided opportunities to expand knowledge.24. Comments regarding COURSE:

8. Facultya. List the names and credentials of all faculty teaching courses in the proposed program. (For associate and above: A minimum of one full-time faculty member with appropriate credentials is required.)

We have an interdisciplinary team of educators within the CNHP involved in curriculum planning and program development of the BSHS. The faculty listed below provided expertise in developing the curriculum and could teach in the BSHS curriculum as the need arises. However, with the implementation of this degree program, we plan to hire a total of two FTE’s and adjunct faculty members for the program. Faculty instrumental in BSHS curriculum planning and program development include:

J. Stephen Guffey, PT, Ed.D.Rebecca Matthews, DNP, IBCLC, RNSusie Snellgrove, PhD, APNNonie Wiggins, Ed.D., RN, CNEGauri Bhatacharya, DSWBilinda Norman, MSN, APRN-BC, CDELibby Nix, MSN, APRN-BC, CDERenee Miller, RN, MSN, CNEKat Carrick, PhD

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Brinda McKinney, RN, MSN, Ed Valerie Long, MS, RT (R) (M)Phyllis Skorga, PhD, RN, CCMShawn Drake, PT, PhDAngie Schmidt, PhD, RN

b. Total number of faculty required (number of existing faculty, number of new faculty). For new faculty provide the expected credentials/experience and expected hire date.

It is anticipated that we will hire one FTE in year one of the program and a second FTE in year 2. Both will have at minimum, a master’s degree in a health or related area. With the diverse mix of courses many individuals would possess the knowledge base to teach in the curriculum. Current faculty listed have expertise in content areas, with the opportunity for adjunct faculty to be used as necessary.

c. For proposed graduate programs provide the curriculum vita for faculty teaching in the program, and the expected credentials for new faculty and expected hire date.N/A

9. Description of resourcesa. Current library resources in the field.

The CNHP has sufficient library resources of content appropriate to support the BSHS curriculum. Currently, the college offers a Master of Health Science degree similar to the BSHS. Other programs such as Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, Dietetics, Communication Disorders, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Physical Therapy, Radiologic Sciences, Social Work, and Nursing provide necessary library resources for the BSHS.

b. Current instructional facilities including classrooms, instructional equipment and technology, laboratories (if applicable)

The CNHP has sufficient classroom space to support this new program. Classroom availability includes, Smith Hall (90 and 45 seat classrooms), Donald W Reynolds Center for Health Sciences (5 classrooms of mixed sizes) and the College of Nursing and Health Professions (9 classrooms also of various sizes). Scheduling state of the art classrooms can be accomplished with these spaces. The Smart classrooms are technology enhanced that foster opportunities for teaching and learning by integrating learning technology, such as computers, specialized software, audience response technology, networking and audiovisual capabilities. In addition, there are laboratory spaces available when specific psychomotor skill sets need to be taught. Many student study rooms and conference rooms are available. The students will also have access to two computer labs in the existing nursing and health professions complex as well as a large computer lab in the Dean B Ellis library.

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c. New resources required, including costs and acquisition plan

No new costs required for program implementation outside of personnel as noted in #10b..

10. New program costs – Expenditures for the first 3 years of program operationa. New administrative costs

No new administration costs for program implementation in the first three years.

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b. Number of new faculty (full-time and part-time) and costs

It is anticipated that we will hire one FTE (Program Director) in year one of the program ($50,000 + fringe benefits) and a second FTE in year 2 ($50,000 + fringe benefits). Both will have at minimum, a master’s degree in a health or related area. With the diverse mix of courses many individuals would possess the knowledge base to teach in the curriculum. Adjunct faculty members will provide additional support in teaching (total $10,000).

c. New library resources and costs

No new costs required for program implementation .

d. New/renovated facilities and costs

No new costs required for program implementation.

e. New instructional equipment and costs

No new costs required for program implementation

f. Distance delivery costs (if applicable)

N/A

g. Other new costs (graduate assistants, secretarial support, supplies, faculty development, faculty/students research, etc.)

Printing and paper are projected to cost approximately $1500 in Year 1, $2,500 in Year 2 and $4,000 in Year 3. Faculty development will be an integral part for new faculty members joining the faculty. In year 1, $1000 is allocated for faculty development for one FTE and $2,000 each year beginning in Year 2 for two FTE’s. .

h. No new costs (Explain)

No additional costs are expected.

11. Sources of funding – Income for the first 3 years of program operationa. Reallocation from which department, program, etc.

N/A

b. Tuition and fees (projected number of students multiplied by tuition/fees)

Projected tuition and fee income is based on 30 students in year 1 ($247,650), 80 students in year 2 ($660,400) and 130 students in year 3 ($1,073,150).

c. State revenues (projected number of students multiplied by state general revenues)

N/A

d. Other (grants, employers, special tuition rates, mandatory technology fees, program specific fees, etc.)

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Students enrolled in CNHP professional courses pay a differential tuition fee. All courses with the BSHS with a Health Professions prefix (HP) will be assessed this differential tuition fee. The BSHS curriculum includes other courses within the CNHP that already have differential tuition fees assessed (Prefixes include NURS, CLS, HP).

12. Organizational chart reflecting new programProposed program will be housed in (department/college)

The program will be housed in the CNHP. The Director of Health Studies will report directly to the Dean of the college. Also within the programmatic area, is housed the existing Master of Science in Health Science with graduate certificates in Health Sciences Education, Aging Studies, Health Care Management and Addiction Studies. See organizational chart for complete details.

13. Specialized requirementsa. Specialized accreditation requirements for program (name of accrediting agency)

There are no specialized requirements or certifications for this program. However, in some of the specific domains such as advocacy, navigator, coding and compliance, on line certifications are available. This degree program does not lead to a professional credential or state licensure.

b. Licensure/certification requirements for student entry into the field

Not Required.

c. Provide documentation of Agency/Board approvals (education, nursing--initial approval required, health-professions, counseling, etc.)

14. Board of Trustees approvalProvide the date that the Board approved the proposed programEnter date...

15. Similar Programsa. List institutions offering programi. Proposed undergraduate program – list institutions in Arkansas

This program was not modeled after any existing degree nationally. It was developed based on recent reports and needs that have become apparent through the Affordable Care Act discussions, including those in the State of Arkansas.

There are no institutions in Arkansas offering a similar degree. However, those that might appear the most similar are located at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock which offers a BS in Health Professions. It is a pre-professional degree only. The University of Central Arkansas offers a BS in Health Education and a BS in Health Sciences. The Health Education degree has options in health occupations and prevention. The Health Sciences degree has options in Gerontology, Health Services Administration and Occupational Therapy. The plan of study for these degrees is much different than the BS in Health Studies at ASU.

ii. Proposed master’s program – list institutions in Arkansas and region

N/A

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iii. Proposed doctoral program – list institutions in Arkansas, region, and nation

N/A

b. Why is proposed program needed if offered at other institutions in Arkansas or region?

No other institutions offer this degree in Arkansas.

c. Provide a copy of the written notification to other institutions in the area of the proposed program and their responses.

16. DesegregationState the total number of students, number of black students, and number of other minority students enrolled in related degree programs (if applicable)

Using general demographics of the ASU-Jonesboro campus, ethnicity is 17.5% African American, 0.5% American Indian, 0.7% Asian American, and 1.1% Hispanic American. The reminder of the student population is White American or ethnicity unknown. Nonresident aliens comprise 0.6% of the student body.

ASU-Jonesboro has a robust recruitment and retention plan for minority students. Admissions staff travels throughout the Delta region of Arkansas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Missouri for community college visits and college fairs. Additionally, they visit with local students from the migrant communities through an area cooperative. Recruitment will also occur through websites, advertising and brochures.

17. Institutional agreements/memorandum of understanding (MOU)If the courses or academic support services will be provided by other institutions or organizations, include a copy of the signed MOU that outlines the responsibilities of each party and the effective dates of the agreement.

N/A

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Budget Form

Resource Requirements:1st Year (in dollars) 2nd Year (in dollars) 3rd year (in dollars)

Staffing(Number) Administrative/Professional $0 $ 0 $ 0 Full-time Faculty $ 63,750 $ 127,500 $ 127,500 Part-time Faculty $ 0 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Graduate Assistants $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 Clerical $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

Equipment & Instructional Materials $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

Library $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

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Other Support Services Supplies/Printing $ 1,500 $ 2,500 $ 4,000

Travel $ 1,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000

Distance Technology $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

Other Services (specify): Enter text… $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

Total $ 66,250 $ 142,000 $ 143,500

Planned Funding Sources:1st Year (in dollars) 2nd Year (in dollars) 3rd year (in dollars)

New Student Tuition and Fees $ 247,650 $ 660,400 $ 1,073,150,New State General Revenue $ 0 $ 0 $ 0Redistribution of State General Revenue $ 0 $ 0 $ 0External Grants/Contracts $ 0 $ 0 $ 0Other Funding Sources (specify): Enter text… $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

Total $ 247,650 $ 660,400 $ 1,073,150