This can either be one course for 6 credits or two separate courses. If both interpersonal and small group communications are in one course that is less than 6 credits, then the remaining credits may be taken as a speech or public speaking course. Class should provide basic introduction to the field of sociology, inclusive of application of sociological concepts and perspectives concerning human groups. The developmental process of human life covering the life span. Courses that include only infancy or through school age will not be accepted.
Emphasis is on understanding cultural differences and how cultures change in the modern world.
One 3-credit course is required. Recommended electives include political science, economics or business sciences, history, psychology, religion, sociology, and anthropology. Must be transferable college credits of 100 level or above. Only 108 hours of community college hours are transferable. Students are expected to enter the School of Nursing with certain computer skills, i.e. the ability to run computer software with minimal tutorial assistance.