Pre-clinical Professions - School of Health Sciences

School of Health Sciences

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Rochester, MI 48309-4452
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The Bachelor of Science in Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences with a specialization in Pre-clinical Professions in the Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences prepares students to enter medical or other professional health programs such as physician assistant, dental, and optometry among others. Students will have the advantage of a professional foundation in diagnostic laboratory testing that is heavily relied upon in the majority of physicians' decisions related to patient care.

The Pre-clinical Professions specialization is an excellent option for a student desiring a flexible academic program that aligns with a highly relevant health profession.

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Curriculum

The Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences major requires a cumulative GPA of 2.80 or higher for all specializations. The pre-clinical education consists of 2-4 years of prerequisite and specialized classroom instruction meant to establish competencies in core scientific disciplines. For CDS core curriculum and course grade requirements, students are required to review the Undergraduate Catalog.

The curricula for some CDS specializations may require additional courses, depending on the individual professional program requirements. Students should consult with the CDS adviser for the academic option most suitable for the individual student’s academic career goals.