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The Associate of Science Degree provides foundational courses in arts and sciences, demonstrating the University’s commitment to life-long learning through programs designed to further enhance academic, personal and professional growth, and the continuation of higher education and scholarly pursuits.
The Physical Therapist Assistant Program (PTA) is designed to prepare individuals to effectively assist in treatment and assessment of physical therapy patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
The Radiologic Technology program provides students the opportunity to learn the art and science of medical imaging. Education is provided through didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences.
The purpose of the Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences is to allow students who have earned an associate of science degree from an accredited clinical program to obtain a baccalaureate degree in a track that complements their degree. Sixty credit hours of coursework from the associate degree fulfills the freshman and sophomore course requirements. Students must declare either a psychology, biology or health service administration track at the time of enrollment in the degree program.
The Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program prepares graduates to analyze clinical specimens through use of specialized skills and sophisticated instrumentation. Information from the analysis of specimens provides data critical for patient diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, or disease prevention. Scientists work in hospitals, forensics, public health, industrial/research laboratories, physician offices, and blood banks.
Students in the Pre-licensure BSN program engage in clinical and laboratory experiences that enable them to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to begin careers as registered nurses (BSN program). Clinical sites include acute care hospitals, clinics, community care centers, and schools. Our skills laboratories employ high fidelity human simulation manikins and static manikins in a realistic setting designed to mirror the actual clinical arena. The RN-BSN program challenges RNs to expand their role as professional nurses and prepares RNs for graduate education.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy provides students with the opportunity to develop as professionals who are qualified to perform as Registered Respiratory Therapists. Respiratory Therapists focus on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, management and rehabilitation of patients with breathing and/or other cardiopulmonary issues. Graduates of this program will be eligible to take the Registry Examinations for Advanced Level Respiratory Therapists administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
The mission of the Biology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is to create quality educational experiences in all areas of biology and chemistry, especially those integral to the health of the population. The core principles of scientific inquiry and ethics serve to integrate coursework throughout the curriculum.
Grounded in our Franciscan values, the Bachelor of Arts in Theology aims to educate and form servant leaders for a wide range of church ministry positions, as well as advanced studies at the graduate level.
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology focuses on the development of skills that employers value, such as scientific reasoning and problem-solving, written and oral communication, ethical and social responsibility, and professionalism, preparing students for a wide range of occupations requiring only a bachelor’s degree while also preparing students for graduate training in psychology and professional programs.
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Program educates and forms ethical and proficient business professionals who serve and lead in manners consistent with Franciscan values.
The program provides students an understanding of the major business functions including general business, accounting, management, marketing, analytics, entrepreneurship, and health service administration. Students can select one of four curriculum tracks (General Business, Management, Analytics, and Health Administration) that best fits their vocational path.
The Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program is designed to prepare the baccalaureate registered (BSN) nurse as an advanced practice nurse with a focus on family practice. Students obtain advanced training in primary health care to patients across the lifespan, with a special focus on practicum experiences in rural and/or medically underserved settings.
The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is designed in a flexible online format to prepare students for careers as innovative and successful leaders in a variety of healthcare settings.
The Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences (MSNS) program is designed to educate and form servant leaders in the field of health and wellness. The Dietetic Internship (DI) option is for students seeking to become registered dietitians nutritionists (RDN). The Thesis option is for students who are already RDNs seeking a master’s degree, or students who are not seeking RDN status but wish to pursue a master’s degree in nutritional sciences.
The purpose of the Program is to create and maintain an educational environment that promotes critical thinking as well as clinical knowledge and skills necessary to exercise sound medical decision-making and to provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients across the lifespan, in diverse settings. The program also strives to develop compassionate, professional and ethically-minded clinicians.
While PA practice is primarily centered on patient care, PAs will also be prepared to take on educational, research and administrative roles as well. As such, PA students must have an understanding of biostatistics, research methodology and other research principals.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nurse Anesthesia (DNP-NA) program is designed to prepare the baccalaureate registered nurse for the highest level of advanced nursing practice with a specialization in nurse anesthesia to provide safe and equitable patient centered care.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)* program is a professional doctorate designed to prepare physical therapists for practice in an evolving healthcare environment.
The DPT program at FranU is unique among its competitors in that it features a streamlined curriculum, expert faculty with over 50 years of industry experience combined, state-of-the-art learning environments, and both clinical education and service-learning opportunities for students.
The Phlebotomy certificate program prepares students for employment in agencies where there is a need to obtain blood specimens for laboratory examinations. At the completion of the program, students are eligible to sit for the National Phlebotomy Certification Exam.
FranU’s ABA certificate consists of a 15-credit hour curriculum with an optional 16-credit internship designed to educate and form students for potential vocations in applied behavior analysis through both didactic coursework and supervised internships.
The Catholic Theology and Catechesis certificate builds the theological foundation necessary for individuals who feel called to serve God by serving others. Students enrolled in the Catholic Theology and Catechesis certificate program are equipped to understand and teach the Catholic faith.
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The Registered Behavior Technician™ (RBT®) is a paraprofessional who practices under the ongoing supervision of a BCBA or BCaBA. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic interventions. RBTs are ABA technicians; however, they carry the RBT credential, which is a nationally recognized professional credential that requires more extensive training. The FranU Registered Behavior Technician™ training program is based on the RBT Task List (2nd Ed.) and is designed to meet the 40-hour training requirement and initial competency assessment for RBT certification. All content is housed in one fully online 2 credit hour course. The training program is offered independent of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BCAB).
To receive a minor in anthropology, students must earn a C or better in 15 hours of course work as outlined in the curriculum.
The courses required for a minor in biology provides a selection of cellular, genetic, microbiology and advanced anatomy and physiology courses.
To receive a minor in biology, students must earn a C or better in 17-18 credit hours (depending on whether BIOL1315 or 1415 is taken) as outlined in the curriculum.
The battery of courses required for a minor in chemistry provides a selection of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biochemistry. The 18 credit hour minor in chemistry complements all baccalaureate programs, especially those leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.
The courses required for a minor in English provide a selection of advanced writing courses and a comprehensive survey of literature and critical theory. The 18 credit hour minor in English complements all other degree programs in that the course work (a) enhances critical thinking skills, (b) increases general knowledge, (c) fosters cultural awareness and respect for differences, and (d) expands literacy (reading and writing) and oral communication skills. Thus, students receiving the minor should prove successful and competitive both in their academic and professional careers.
The minor in ethics gives students the opportunity to enrich their ethical formation through the cultivation of methods and the exploration of contemporary issues, many of which are directly relevant for healthcare practitioners. This plan of study is interdisciplinary due to its combination of philosophy and theology courses.
The undergraduate minor in health service administration provides a strong foundation of knowledge related to health care administration that will enable the graduate to integrate administration issues with provision of nursing care.
The courses required for a minor in Philosophy provides students the opportunity to enrich their thinking through the cultivation of critical methods and the exploration of momentous questions.
To receive a minor in professional communication, students must earn a C or better in 15 hours of course work as outlined in the curriculum.
The courses required for a minor in Psychology introduces students to the field of psychology. This minor would be an advantage to anyone majoring in a health field or any other disciplines related to working with people.Â
To receive a minor in theology, students must earn a C or better in 15 hours of course work as outlined in the curriculum.Â
Students completing a minor in writing learn to write for a wide variety of purposes and audiences, advancing their creative, practical, and critical thinking abilities. For baccalaureate students, the 15 hour minor adds value to any degree by emphasizing a skill that is desirable in every employment setting.Â
To receive a minor in General Business Administration, students must earn a C or better in 15 hours of course work as outlined in the curriculum.
To receive a minor in Nutrition, students must earn a C or better in 15 hours of course work as outlined in the curriculum.
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