Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences

http://www.ncat.edu/chhs/index.html

Elimelda Ongeri, Interim Dean
Anna Lee, Interim Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs
Sharon Parker, Interim Associate Dean for Research and Innovation

The Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences has a cadre of highly qualified and accomplished faculty who are committed to exemplary teaching, scholarship and service. We deliver innovative educational programs that capitalize on the strengths of a diverse group of faculty who prepare our students to solve complex population health and human concerns, while improving the quality of life for individuals and communities. The interaction between and among the disciplines allows students, faculty, and graduates to gain a more comprehensive understanding of social and human conditions, leading to more creative and impactful teaching and learning, research and discovery opportunities and graduate outcomes.

Vision

The Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences aspires to be recognized internationally as a premier academic community devoted to distinguished education, scholarship, and community engagement achieved through exemplary teaching, devoted mentoring, interdisciplinary and innovative research, and dedicated service that promote health and wellness with a special focus on those who are underserved.

Mission

Grounded in North Carolina A&T State University’s legacy of social justice, rich tradition of academic research, and student and community outreach, the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences promotes:

a supportive academic and intellectual environment that encourages critical thinking and exchange of ideas among its undergraduate and graduate students;
excellence in innovative teaching and learning practices and instructional technology;
cutting-edge interdisciplinary research that seeks to enhance health and improve human conditions;
responsiveness to changing health and workforce needs locally, regionally, nationally and globally;
integrity and ethical practices as educators, scholars, and practitioners; and
community partnerships and collaborations that encourage diversity, inclusion, and regard for all people while challenging oppression, inequality, and discrimination.

Core Values

Excellence in the conscientious pursuit of one’s work;
Honesty and truthfulness in all dealings;
Integrity demonstrated by ethical behavior and high moral character;
Respect for the rights, dignity, and differences of others; and
Accountability for personal conduct and actions in the academic environment.

Degrees Offered

Health Services Management - Bachelor of Science
Kinesiology (formerly Sport Science and Fitness Management) - Bachelor of Science
Psychology - Bachelor of Arts
Nursing - Bachelor of Science
Sociology - Bachelor of Arts
Social Work - Bachelor of Social Work
Speech - Bachelor of Arts

See the graduate catalog for information on the Master of Social Work degrees, a Master of Science degree in psychology and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in social work.

Accreditation & Certification

Nursing and social work have nationally accredited programs. The Accreditation Commission on Education in Nursing accredits the baccalaureate program in nursing. The Council on Social Work Education accredits the baccalaureate and the joint master’s programs in social work. Graduates are prepared to take nationally recognized licensure and certification exams.

Student Activities

Students have many opportunities to participate in research, professional, and leadership development activities through student organizations and honor societies, faculty and peer mentoring, internships and practicum experiences, study abroad, Living Learning communities and other diverse curricular and co-curricular activities. Overall these opportunities, in addition to campus and community services activities, promote personal, social and professional development.

Admission Requirements

Students admitted into undergraduate degree programs in the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences must meet university requirements (https://www.ncat.edu/admissions/undergraduate/freshmen-admissions/criteria.html). Students must also meet admission requirements for nursing (https://www.ncat.edu/chhs/departments/nurs/), psychology (https://www.ncat.edu/chhs/departments/psyc/prospective-students/), social work (https://www.ncat.edu/chhs/departments/social-work-and-sociology/forms-and-policies.php), and kinesiology (https://www.ncat.edu/chhs/departments/kinesiology/undergraduate-programs/index.php).

Transfer Credit Evaluation

Transfer Credits are accepted only from the regional accrediting agencies (https://www.ncat.edu/admissions/transfer-admissions/transfer-credits/). A minimum grade of “C” is required for all transferable coursework. Grades of “C- (minus)” and below are not transferable. Accepted courses are entered on students’ academic records, but grade points are not calculated on transferred courses. N.C. A&T does not accept transfer credit for remedial coursework and coursework where grades of “P/F” were earned.

Maximum Transfer Credits Policy:

For coursework completed at a two-year institution, the maximum number of transferable credits is 64.
For coursework completed at a four-year institution, the maximum number of transferable credits is 90.
For coursework completed at both a two-year and a four-year institution, the maximum number of transferable credits is 90.

Advising

All students will be assigned an academic advisor. Faculty advisors may be identified through Aggie Access (https://www.ncat.edu/divisions/academic-affairs/cae/find-your-advisor.html). Students are expected to meet with their advisor for help with the following:

Interpreting university, college and department regulations
Providing general information, advice, and academic recommendations
Planning course selections. Students must consult their advisor before registering for courses.
Ensuring that students take electives that satisfy degree requirements
Helping students to understand the degree to which they must assume responsibility for their academic program planning
Providing academic and career guidance
Referring students to appropriate individuals and offices when further assistance is needed.

Mathematics and Chemistry Placement

Admitted students must demonstrate proficiency in mathematics and chemistry before being permitted to take freshman Mathematics and Chemistry courses. Mathematics proficiency can be demonstrated through acceptable scores on SAT or ACT Math, AP Calculus, or Math Placement test. Likewise, Chemistry proficiency can be demonstrated through acceptable scores on High School Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or Chemistry Placement Test.

Career Opportunities

Kinesiology (formerly, sports science and fitness management) majors have found careers as sports agents and managers, fitness managers, sports marketers, fitness trainers and instructors, and managers of health clubs and recreational facilities. Graduates are also prepared for advanced study in physical therapy, sports medicine, athletic training and other science, health and fitness-related careers. Students may pursue either of the following concentrations: exercise science or sports recreation and management.

Nursing majors typically enjoy careers as registered nurses, with specialties in neonatal and critical care nursing, adult health, pediatrics, nurse educators, health policy nurses, nurse recruiters, clinical research nurses, nurse health coaches among others. Nursing graduates are also prepared for advanced study as advanced practice nurses, nurse anesthetists, nurse educators and other areas requiring advanced study.

Psychology majors are prepared for a wide range of careers such as activities directors, admissions evaluators, career/employment counselors, caseworkers, survey analysts, market researchers, health care facility administrators, project evaluators, and technical writers Students may obtain masters or doctoral degrees to pursue careers as as research scientists or carry out the practice of the discipline as clinicians or counselors. Some other specialties include, but are not limited to, health, forensic and occupational psychology.

Social Work majors enjoy a wide range of opportunities upon completing the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree. Graduates are frequently employed in social and health service roles such as child & family social workers, child welfare workers, healthcare social workers, school social workers and community organizers. With additional formal education, these majors enter the fields of geriatrics, medicine, public health, school, and community social work. Their advanced skills prepare them for careers as social researchers and licensed clinical social workers. Sociology majors obtain critical thinking and analysis skills that allow them to be creative problem solvers across a wide range of career opportunities. For instance, the American Sociological Association reports that recent graduates of sociology programs find employment in social services and counseling, sales and marketing, administrative support, teaching and education, service occupations, IT and public relations, social science research, and management. Additionally, students graduate the strong research methodology and data analysis skills students that will prepare them to enter graduate studies in sociology or related disciplines.

Speech majors may choose to pursue a concentration in either speech communication studies or speech language pathology and audiology. Those concentrating in speech communication studies enjoy a wide range of opportunities in the areas of business, human relations, training and development, marketing, corporate public affairs, audience and media analysis and planning and health advocacy. Students with a concentration in speech language pathology and audiology enjoy a wide range of opportunities including working to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults.

Health Services Management majors can pursue diverse career options in hospitals, medical practices, skilled nursing facilities, health insurance, and pharmaceutical companies, among other sectors. Those with health services management degrees may fill various occupational roles including as patient service managers, operations managers, practice and program managers, facility managers, billing managers, case managers, account managers, or sales representatives (medical device or pharmaceutical sales), health navigators, etc.