WHY CHOOSE A HEALTHCARE CAREER FOUNDATIONS MINOR AT JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY?
Flexible Career Paths
Explore professions in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, optometry, public health, physicians assistance, veterinary medicine and more with our supportive program.
Interdisciplinary Learning
Collaborate with students and faculty from various fields, including biology, psychology and business, to explore innovative healthcare approaches.
Emphasis on Compassionate Care
Develop clinical skills alongside ethical and compassionate care practices grounded in the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis.
Research and Laboratory Experience
Begin your practical training and research experience in world-class facilities, where resources are available from day one.
Personalized Support and Advising
Receive individualized guidance from experienced staff on course selection, career paths and professional school applications.
Prime Location in a Healthcare Hub
Take advantage of access to Cleveland’s top healthcare institutions, including the Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals and MetroHealth System, for internships and networking opportunities.
Key Learning Objectives for Healthcare Professionals
Mastery of Core Scientific Knowledge
Demonstrate expertise in essential scientific concepts required for healthcare professional programs.
Awareness of Career Opportunities
Understand the various career paths in healthcare, along with education, training and certification requirements.
Application of Basic Leadership Principles
Learn and apply fundamental leadership theories and principles.
Understanding of Healthcare Issues
Address concerns related to human experience, cultural competency and societal inequities impacting healthcare outcomes.
Integrated Healthcare Curriculum
The Healthcare Career Foundations Minor consists of 18-22 credits, including electives. To develop foundational knowledge and skills for future healthcare delivery, you will complete the following:
Required Courses (2 credits total):
- Health Professions Foundations
- Survey of Health Professions
- Approaches to Leadership
Electives (16-20 credits):
- Choose four Science electives from options like Principles of Biology, Human Anatomy and General Chemistry.
- Choose one Ethical Leadership elective, such as Leadership and Social Justice or Bioethics.
- Choose one Cultural Competency elective from a variety of courses, including Epidemiology or Public Health in U.S. Society.