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The Bachelor of Health Science program in rehabilitative services prepares graduates to work in a variety of rehabilitation-related occupations where they can advance the independence, integration and full participation of individuals with disabilities and others with service needs in the work force and community.

The rehabilitative services program is designed to prepare students to:

  • Develop skills, knowledge and values that enable them to provide quality rehabilitation services.
  • Empower consumers in the development of their personal and vocational resources.
  • Participate as an integral member of multidisciplinary networks providing services to consumers.
  • Develop a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.
  • Receive a sound preparation for graduate education in rehabilitation fields.
  • Become informed citizens who are supportive of individuals with disabilities.

Opportunities have expanded for human-service providers who coordinate and manage services in state and federal service agencies, rehabilitation facilities, correctional programs, youth centers, public assistance programs and programs for the aging client.

Graduates may supervise service activities, conduct intake interviews, manage community services and facilitate job re-entry and other social services activities.

The applicant must have a 2.7 overall GPA and 2.7 prerequisite GPA based on nine semester hours in psychology (may substitute one sociology course). The applicant also is encouraged to have volunteer experience in a human service setting.

Enrollment is based on space available in existing facilities. Admission to the professional program is considered separately from admission to UF. Students are admitted each semester.

The preferred application deadlines are May 15 for consideration for fall admission, October 1 for consideration for spring admission, and March 1 for consideration for summer admission. Students submitting application materials after the deadline will be considered on a space available basis. The Bachelor of Health Science degree is awarded upon satisfactory completion of the course requirements.

Course Sequence

The following course sequence permits completion of general education requirements and rehabilitative services prerequisites. The rehabilitative services track does not accept AP, IB, or CLEP credit for prerequisite courses. Consult a college adviser for a specific schedule.

Rehabilitative Services

In order to be ‘on track’ for this major, a student must meet the critical tracking criteria listed below each semester of enrollment beginning with the first fall or spring term. Students must remain on track for each subsequent fall and spring term for a total of four semesters in order to be considered for admission at the junior level. Students also must submit a college application. Off-track students must speak with a college adviser before registering for the next semester.

To remain ‘on track’ for this major you must meet the following critical tracking criteria. The critical tracking courses appear in bold.

Semester 1:

  • 2.0 GPA on work from all institutions
  • Complete 9 hours of General Education course work
  • Complete PSY 2012 with a grade of C or better

Semester 2:

  • 2.3 cumulative GPA on work from all institutions
  • 2.3 GPA on all critical tracking courses
  • Complete 9 additional hours of General Education course work for a total of 18
  • Complete 1 additional psychology course (3 credits)

Semester 3:

  • 2.7 cumulative GPA on work from all institutions
  • Complete 1 additional psychology course (3 credits) with a 2.7 GPA on all critical tracking courses
  • Complete 9 additional hours of General Education course work for a total of 27

Semester 4:

  • 2.7 cumulative GPA on work from all institutions
  • Complete all 3 critical tracking courses with a 2.7 GPA on all critical track courses
  • Complete all General Education course work and the CLAST requirement
  • Complete 60 cumulative hours of course work
  • Complete Writing Requirement
  • Complete Math Requirement

Semester 5:

  • Complete HSC2000 with a grade of C or better

Semester 1

Credits

Composition (GE)

3

Mathematical Science (GE)

3

PSY 2012 General Psychology

3

Humanities (GE)

3

Electives

3

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Total

15

Semester 2

Credits

Humanities (GE)

6

OTH 4314 Psychiatric Disorders or CLP 3144 Abnormal Psychology or DEP3053

3

Physical OR Biological Science (GE-P or B)

3

HSC 2000 Introduction to Health Professions

3

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Total

15

Semester 3

Credits

Physical and Biological Science (GE-P or B)

3

Additional Psychology

3

Mathematical Science (GE)

3

Electives

6

__

 

Total

15

Semester 4

Credits

Physical OR Biological Science (GE-P or B)

3

Electives

12

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Total

15

A minimum grade of C is required in all rehabilitative services core courses, which appear in bold. College electives also require a minimum grade of C.

Semester 5

Credits

RSC 3030 Introduction to Rehabilitation and Human Services

3

RCS 4061 Psychosocial Aspects of Rehabilitation

3

HSC 3502 Survey of Disease and Disability

4

HSA 3111 U. S. Health Care System

3

General 3000-4000 Level Electives*

3

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Total

16

Semester 6

Credits

RCS 4240C Vocational Services in Health, Rehabilitation, and Services

3

HSC 3661Therapeutic Communication Skills with Patients, Families and the Health Care Team

2

RCS 4415C Therapeutic Communication Skills Lab

1

HSC 4558 Disability Management

3

Approved College Electives*

3

General 3000-4000 Level Elective

3

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Total

15

Semester 7

Credits

RCS 4800 Rehabilitation and Human Services Practicum I

3

RCS 4930 Special Topics in Rehabilitative

 

Services

3

Approved College Electives

3

General 3000-4000 Level Electives

6

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Total

15

Semester 8

Credits

RSC 4300 Career Entry and Employment Techniques in Rehabilitation and Human

 

Services

3

RCS 4451 Rehabilitation Aspects of Substance Abuse

3

General 3000-4000 Level Electives

8

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Total

14

* Consult a rehabilitation counseling adviser before registering for approved electives.

Total Hours Required for Degree

120

 
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