College of Health Professions

Dean and Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs
M. Gary Sayed, Ph.D.

San Marcos Campus Dean's Office
Encino Hall Room 201
Telephone: 512-245-3300 Fax: 512-245-3791
www.health.txstate.edu

Round Rock Campus  Dean's Office
Avery 401 
Telephone: 512-716-4422
AVP Office

Round Rock Campus Office
1555 University Blvd.
Avery 401
Round Rock, TX
Telephone: 512-716-4400 Fax: 512-716-4410

Associate Dean, San Marcos
Janet R. Bezner, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Round Rock
Marla A. Erbin-Roesemann, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research
Arzu Ari, Ph.D.

Department Chairs/Program Chairs/School Directors
Medical Laboratory Science–Rodney E. Rohde, Ph.D.
Communication Disorders–Lori L. Stiritz, M.A. (Interim Chair)
Health Administration–Cristian Lieneck, Ph.D. (Interim Director)
Health Informatics and Information Management–David L. Gibbs, Ph.D.
Nursing–Theresa Garcia, Ph.D. (Interim Director) 
Physical Therapy–Karen Gibbs, Ph.D. (Interim Chair)
Radiation Therapy–Megan L. Trad, Ph.D.
Respiratory Care–S. Gregg Marshall, Ph.D.

The College of Health Professions prepares students for careers in the healthcare field. Through its professional, technical, clinical and academic programs, the college serves as an advocate for change and technical improvement in the field. The college also serves as a catalyst to expand and improve public perceptions of healthcare.

Undergraduate programs are available in clinical laboratory science, communication disorders, healthcare administration, health information management, health sciences, nursing, radiation therapy, and respiratory care. Graduate programs are offered in communication disorders, healthcare administration, health information management, nursing, physical therapy, and respiratory care. The college has a number of cooperating teaching sites with more than 1200 affiliations with hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

All programs offered in the College of Health Professions, except the B.S. with a major in health sciences, have specific admission requirements in addition to Texas State admission requirements. Most programs also have requirements for student liability insurance and immunizations. Background checks and drug testing may be required.

Academic Advising Center

Encino Hall, Room 302
T: 512.245.3506 F: 512.245.1615
www.health.txstate.edu/advising

The College of Health Professions Undergraduate Academic Advising Center provides academic advising to current and prospective undergraduate students considering a major in the College of Health Professions. Academic advisors provide guidance and information to current and prospective students regarding the selection of an undergraduate major or minor, program admission requirements, long term planning for degree completion and career goals, and campus resources to assist students in achieving their goals. 

Bachelor of Sciences (B.S.) 

Health Sciences (HS)

HS 1310. Introduction to Health Professions.

This course introduces students to various healthcare fields and their roles as health care providers. Students will examine the history of the respective fields, educational and credentialing requirements, job functions, perspective job outlooks and salaries.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Dif Tui- Health Professions
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 3331. Healthcare Systems In The U.S..

This course provides students with the knowledge and skill related to access and barriers to healthcare. Additionally, the healthcare providers’ role in past and current health policy and healthcare delivery will be emphasized. Evaluation of quantitative global and U.S. healthcare data in relation to healthcare systems and evidence-based practices will be analyzed. Ethical topics will be discussed. This course is for non-nursing majors.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Exclude from 3-peat Processing|Dif Tui- Health Professions
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 3350. Foundations in Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice.

This course introduces students to the foundational principles of interprofessional education and collaborative practice in healthcare. Students will examine the history, purpose, and best practices of team-based client and patient care, including the enabling, reinforcing, and interfering factors related to interprofessional education and practice. (WI) Prerequisite: [HA 3308 or HI 3301] and HS 1310 all with a grade of a "D" or better.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Dif Tui- Health Professions|Writing Intensive
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 3374. Principles of Accounting for Healthcare Managers.

This course provides an introduction to accounting useful in healthcare facilities and agencies, and demonstrates the application of accounting principles and techniques in the healthcare field.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Dif Tui- Health Professions
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 4300. International Healthcare and Wellness.

This course provides an introduction to the culture of a foreign country, with an emphasis on wellness, the health care environment, and language in the healthcare setting. Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Exclude from 3-peat Processing
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 4315. Capstone for Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences.

This course will provide students with the opportunity to reflect on their studies as a whole and explore how they will use the knowledge they have obtained in their future career. Students will investigate career opportunities available to them after graduation and develop professional skills to ensure success post-graduation. Prerequisite: HS 1310 with a grade of "D" or better.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Dif Tui- Health Professions|Writing Intensive
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 4327. Legal Concepts of Healthcare.

This course provides an overview of legal, regulatory, and ethical issues in healthcare. Topics include patient consent, privacy, confidentiality, torts, contract law, corporate liability, employment, labor, malpractice, antitrust, fraud and abuse, and key federal regulations. (WI).

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Dif Tui- Health Professions|Writing Intensive
Grade Mode: Standard Letter

HS 4379. Introduction to Financial Management for Health Sciences.

This course is designed to prepare health professionals for managerial positions in healthcare organizations by providing sufficient knowledge of industry financial matters so they can provide input to the organization's chief executive officer.

3 Credit Hours. 3 Lecture Contact Hours. 0 Lab Contact Hours.
Course Attribute(s): Dif Tui- Health Professions
Grade Mode: Standard Letter