Students interested in Health Sciences Programs may
obtain admission requirements information from the
Admissions Office. Additional information about the
sequence of course offerings and program costs are
also available in this catalog.

Prior to starting clinical or laboratory training, or enrolling
in courses requiring personal protective
equipment, students must have completed a physical
exam and a #4402 Forensic Drug panel (7) or similar
drug screening. In some cases, a dental exam is also
required. Students will also be required to purchase
medical professional liability insurance.

In most programs, students are required to purchase
uniforms; and, in some, laboratory supplies and materials
are required.

Special Note: Conviction of a felony could make a student ineligible to take the licensing exam(s) required by the profession upon graduation. Early notification to
the appropriate board is required. Faculty advisors will provide information about this procedure.

General Education Core Competencies

 The overall goal of a college education is to help students become productive citizens.  The General Education core contributes to this concept by providing a variety of learning experiences which ensure that graduates are intellectually prepared for lifelong learning. 

STC has identified the following general education core competencies that graduates of associate degree programs will attain.   

• The ability to utilize standard written English to produce coherent, well-developed writings.
• The ability to effectively communicate orally in a public setting.
• The ability to solve practical mathematical problems.
• The ability to utilize critical thinking skills.
• The ability to effectively utilize basic computer skills.

Technical Standards for Health Sciences Education