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Health Sciences, M.S. Student Learning Outcomes

College Health and Human Sciences
Major Health Sciences
Degree M.S.
Date Revised 2017-2018

Student Learning Outcomes and Proposed Methods for Collecting Data (from Assessment Plan)

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Critically appraise research to evaluate the level of evidence supporting best practices.
  2. Demonstrate preparedness for continued development of research and advocacy skills. 
  3. Demonstrate the interdisciplinary communication skills necessary to function effectively in  today’s professional and academic environments.  
  4. Apply in‐depth knowledge of content areas to quality measurement of health and human  services.
  5. Become efficient in discerning, implementing, and evaluating new developments and  advances in health sciences.
  6. Evaluate legal and ethical considerations for professional practice. 
  7. Develop strategies for a diverse, culturally‐aware work or learning environment.
  8. Create a professional development plan for enhancing professional competency that includes  a personal vision statement, philosophy, mission, and goals.  

Methods of Assessment

  • Course‐Embedded Assessments (1,2,3,4,5,6,7)
  • Professional Development Plan (1,2,5,6,8)
  • Mid‐point Survey (1,2,3,4,5,6,7)
  • Alumni Survey (1‐8)   

Last Updated

AAE updated May 2019

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