Allied Health , B.S. (Allied Health Leadership Concentration)
The Allied Health Leadership concentration is designed to offer students with Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees or certificates in Allied Health fields the opportunity to obtain a Baccalaureate Degree by using more of their A.A.S. credits or certificate hours than normally transfer to a four-year institution. This concentration allows A.A.S. graduates the opportunity to receive undergraduate credit for allied health professional courses completed at a community college or training facility.
The B.S. completion program is designed for health care providers in a medical field such as medical assisting, medical laboratory technology, cardiovascular technology, physical therapy assistant, and occupational therapy assistant. This concentration will build upon existing professional knowledge to enhance skills in communications, critical thinking, problem solving, research, and leadership theories. In addition, the concentration will equip graduates with entry-level management, group dynamics, and supervisory skills as they relate to the allied health disciplines. Successful completion of the concentration will increase the mobility of the graduate into leadership positions in their respective profession.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) has numerous job opportunities, with faculty and administrative positions open for a minimum of 14 days and support staff positions for at least 5 days. The university actively seeks to increase educational attainment and emphasizes a commitment to its employees. ETSU is also recognized as a good workplace for women, according to Forbes.
Job Search and Application:
- The ETSU Employment website lists available positions.
- Faculty and administrative positions remain open for a minimum of 14 days, while support staff positions are open for at least 5 days.
- Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the stated deadline date, or until the position is filled.
- Specific inquiries about advertised positions should be directed to the relevant department.
ETSU's Commitment to Employees:
- ETSU prioritizes education and aims to enhance educational attainment in the region.
- The university fosters a culture where people are treated with dignity and respect and encouraged to reach their full potential.
- Forbes recognized ETSU as one of America's Best Employers for Women, based on a survey of working women.
- The university offers various benefits to its employees, which can be found on the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
If you are under age 21 and applying as a freshman, you must meet one of the following standards:
Minimum grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale or Minimum ACT composite score of 17 or 920 SAT score.
- TOEFL = 61
- IELTS = 5.5
- Duolingo = 95
- Oxford ELLT = 6
- ACT = 19 Reading and English
- SAT = 500 Evidence-Based Reading
- GTEC = 1051 (CBT), 1074 (GTEC)
- ESOL = B2
- OHLA = Advanced Level II
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
118616 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 25 USD
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