Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The biology major is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in biology through five core classes covering molecular, cellular, organismal, microbiological, ecological, and evolutionary biology. The flexibility in the program allows students and academic advisers to work together to design a program of study that best suits students’ strengths and interests. Upper division electives include courses such as immunology, mammalogy, and animal behavior. Students can opt to participate in undergraduate research projects, serve as teaching assistants, or complete internships. Because of the breadth of course offerings, the Biology Program offers successful preparation for a wide-variety of career paths, including admission to graduate school and numerous health-related professional schools, such as medicine and dentistry. Some graduates are trained to enter the workforce as biologists with organizations such as Idaho Fish and Game, while other students complete courses required for secondary education teaching certification.
The goals of the biology program are to provide students with learning experiences in both the classroom and laboratory so that they can achieve the following:
- Understand cell structure, function, and reproduction;
- Understand the principles of natural selection and evolution;
- Understand organismal form and function;
- Think critically and apply knowledge in novel contexts;
- And, perform basic laboratory procedures in a safe manner.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The biology major is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in biology through five core classes covering molecular, cellular, organismal, microbiological, ecological, and evolutionary biology. The flexibility in the program allows students and academic advisers to work together to design a program of study that best suits students’ strengths and interests. Upper division electives include courses such as immunology, mammalogy, and animal behavior. Students can opt to participate in undergraduate research projects, serve as teaching assistants, or complete internships. Because of the breadth of course offerings, the Biology Program offers successful preparation for a wide-variety of career paths, including admission to graduate school and numerous health-related professional schools, such as medicine and dentistry. Some graduates are trained to enter the workforce as biologists with organizations such as Idaho Fish and Game, while other students complete courses required for secondary education teaching certification.
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Business Division
The Business Administration major, offered online and/or in the classrooms, is designed to provide an in-depth study of business as a career discipline. This major also provides students with the necessary management competencies to assure ease of entry into business, government, and not-for-profit organizations. With the electives, students can focus their degree on accounting, management, marketing, economics, or select courses in different areas. Students declared as Business Administration majors are not authorized to pursue a second baccalaureate degree in Management.
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Business Division
The Management Accounting emphasis of the Business Administration major provides students with the necessary competencies for careers as internal accountants, controllers, and financial officers. The program is based on the Common Body of Knowledge recommended by the Institute of Management
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Business Division
Students who want a career at the managerial level in areas of business with a heavy reliance on effective communication should consider the Business and Communication major. This joint Bachelor degree program in the Business and Humanities Divisions provides graduates with the communication and business skills needed for success in a business environment. Program requirements and electives provide students with a strong foundation in both business and communication, culminating in capstone courses that students select from either Business or Communication. This major is for students planning on careers in corporate communications, marketing, public relations, sales, or any media-related business.
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Humanities Division
Students who want a career at the managerial level in areas of business with a heavy reliance on effective communication should consider the Business and Communication major. This joint bachelor’s degree program, in the Business and Humanities Divisions, provides graduates with the communication and business skills needed for success in a business environment. Program requirements and electives provide students with a strong foundation in both business and communication, culminating in capstone courses that students select from either Business or Communication. This degree is for students planning for careers in corporate communications, marketing, public relations, sales, or any media-related business.
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Business Division
This major prepares students to integrate principles relating to business, kinesiology, and health to the administration and management of athletic programs and organizations, fitness and health clubs, sport recreation services, and related activities. The program focuses on planning and development; promotion, marketing, and recruitment; management of events, facilities, and personnel; and financial management principles. The Sport Administration major is offered jointly with the Education Division. Students must have two advisors, one from Kinesiology and one from Business.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Chemistry program prepares students for industrial or government laboratory work or graduate work in Chemistry or Biochemistry. The Chemistry emphasis provides a strong foundation for students entering the professional health fields, especially the pre-professional programs such as Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pharmacy and Medical Technology.
The Geochemistry emphasis couples a solid foundation in analytical chemistry with the deductive thinking skills, three-dimensional visualization skills, and fundamental understanding of earth materials that the earth sciences offer. Students graduating with this major are prepared for careers in the geo-technical industry as well as continuing their education in a graduate program in the Environmental Earth Sciences.
Students may also complete courses required for secondary teaching certification.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Chemistry program prepares students for industrial or government laboratory work or graduate work in Chemistry or Biochemistry. The Chemistry emphasis provides a strong foundation for students entering the professional health fields, especially the pre-professional programs such as Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, Pharmacy and Medical Technology.
The Geochemistry emphasis couples a solid foundation in analytical chemistry with the deductive thinking skills, three-dimensional visualization skills, and fundamental understanding of earth materials that the earth sciences offer. Students graduating with this major are prepared for careers in the geo-technical industry as well as continuing their education in a graduate program in the Environmental Earth Sciences.
Students may also complete courses required for secondary teaching certification.
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Humanities Division
Communications is an academic discipline that studies all forms of human communication and encompasses a broad range of communicative skills that are important for success in any career or activity. Graduates with a degree in Communication Arts have entered a wide variety of occupations, including radio and television broadcasting, public relations, technical editing, sales, government and academic administration and teaching, and a number have gone on to graduate and professional schools. This major provides students with an understanding of communication in a variety of contexts (e.g., interpersonal, intercultural, organizational, political and mass communication) and prepares them to be effective, well-rounded communicators. Opportunities exist for participation in such co-curricular activities as a public speaking competition, and speech and debate.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Computer Science program is designed to prepare students for industrial work or graduate work in Computer Science or Management Information Systems. The program offers four options within the major. The Computer Science emphasis is a traditional computer science curriculum, mathematically rigorous and is based on the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) core curricula recommendations. Although this option is especially designed to prepare students for graduate programs in Computer Science, the courses contain sufficient practical projects which prepare students for entry-level programming or software engineering positions.
The Computer Information Systems emphasis is an interdisciplinary program combining courses from the Business Division with the Computer Science core and is based on the Association of Information Systems (AIS) curriculum model. This option is designed to prepare students for entry-level information systems positions requiring both technical and organizational expertise. Students are also prepared to enter graduate programs in Management Information Systems.
The Computer Science Web-Based emphasis combines courses from the BTS Division’s Web Development program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and a strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background, preparing them for industry.
The Computer Science Technology emphasis combines courses from the T & I Division’s Information Systems Analysis program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background in computing infrastructure, preparing them for industry.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Computer Science program is designed to prepare students for industrial work or graduate work in Computer Science or Management Information Systems. The program offers four options within the major. The Computer Science emphasis is a traditional computer science curriculum, mathematically rigorous and is based on the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) core curricula recommendations. Although this option is especially designed to prepare students for graduate programs in Computer Science, the courses contain sufficient practical projects which prepare students for entry-level programming or software engineering positions.
The Computer Information Systems emphasis is an interdisciplinary program combining courses from the Business Division with the Computer Science core and is based on the Association of Information Systems (AIS) curriculum model. This option is designed to prepare students for entry-level information systems positions requiring both technical and organizational expertise. Students are also prepared to enter graduate programs in Management Information Systems.
The Computer Science Web-Based emphasis combines courses from the BTS Division’s Web Development program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and a strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background, preparing them for industry.
The Computer Science Technology emphasis combines courses from the T & I Division’s Information Systems Analysis program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background in computing infrastructure, preparing them for industry.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Computer Science program is designed to prepare students for industrial work or graduate work in Computer Science or Management Information Systems. The program offers four options within the major. The Computer Science emphasis is a traditional computer science curriculum, mathematically rigorous and is based on the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) core curricula recommendations. Although this option is especially designed to prepare students for graduate programs in Computer Science, the courses contain sufficient practical projects which prepare students for entry-level programming or software engineering positions.
The Computer Information Systems emphasis is an interdisciplinary program combining courses from the Business Division with the Computer Science core and is based on the Association of Information Systems (AIS) curriculum model. This option is designed to prepare students for entry-level information systems positions requiring both technical and organizational expertise. Students are also prepared to enter graduate programs in Management Information Systems.
The Computer Science Web-Based emphasis combines courses from the BTS Division’s Web Development program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and a strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background, preparing them for industry.
The Computer Science Technology emphasis combines courses from the T & I Division’s Information Systems Analysis program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background in computing infrastructure, preparing them for industry.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Computer Science program is designed to prepare students for industrial work or graduate work in Computer Science or Management Information Systems. The program offers four options within the major. The Computer Science emphasis is a traditional computer science curriculum, mathematically rigorous and is based on the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) core curricula recommendations. Although this option is especially designed to prepare students for graduate programs in Computer Science, the courses contain sufficient practical projects which prepare students for entry-level programming or software engineering positions.
The Computer Information Systems emphasis is an interdisciplinary program combining courses from the Business Division with the Computer Science core and is based on the Association of Information Systems (AIS) curriculum model. This option is designed to prepare students for entry-level information systems positions requiring both technical and organizational expertise. Students are also prepared to enter graduate programs in Management Information Systems.
The Computer Science Web-Based emphasis combines courses from the BTS Division’s Web Development program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and a strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background, preparing them for industry.
The Computer Science Technology emphasis combines courses from the T & I Division’s Information Systems Analysis program with the CS core to create a program with both a strong application and strong theoretical orientation. This option is designed for CS students who want a strong applied background in computing infrastructure, preparing them for industry.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Earth Science major provides a quantitative education in Earth’s systems, including the solid earth, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere. Students will gain a foundational understanding of the major features of each of these systems and the interrelations between them through lecture, laboratory and field studies. The program provides a very broad-based science education, preparing students for a wide variety of careers in the private and government sectors including the fields of environmental science, mining and petroleum industries, and resource management. It also provides an excellent foundation for students interested in continuing their education with graduate work in the sciences.
Students may also complete courses required for secondary teaching certification.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Earth Science major provides a quantitative education in Earth’s systems, including the solid earth, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere. Students will gain a foundational understanding of the major features of each of these systems and the interrelations between them through lecture, laboratory and field studies. The program provides a very broad-based science education, preparing students for a wide variety of careers in the private and government sectors including the fields of environmental science, mining and petroleum industries, and resource management. It also provides an excellent foundation for students interested in continuing their education with graduate work in the sciences.
Students may also complete courses required for secondary teaching certification.
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Education Division
Students enrolled in the Elementary Teacher Education program (grades K-8) will complete 62 credits of professional education courses including a yearlong internship under the guidance of a faculty member and an on-site teacher educator in a local elementary or middle school. Elementary Education students will have opportunities to learn about, evaluate, practice and refine a variety of teaching strategies based on best teaching practices as identified by professional organizations, in content areas taught to elementary students. Students in Elementary Education will provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for elementary teacher certification. In accordance with state certification requirements, students will complete coursework for a minor and endorsement in a second teaching area. It is the student’s responsibility to work closely with his/her advisor to ensure compliance with certification requirements.
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Humanities Division
The major in English is useful in the growing segment of the job market where critical thinking, clear communication, and writing skills are a priority; for these same reasons it is also a recognized gateway to many professional graduate programs such as law and medical school. Students who enjoy literature and are interested in growing as writers will find a major in English both an enjoyable and a marketable degree. Culminating in a senior project developed in close consultation with one or more faculty members, the major is designed to ensure broad familiarity with major periods and genres of American, British, and International literature, and is therefore a way of studying history and human cultures as well. Sense of community is strong amongst LCSC English majors, who provide a number of services to the campus community, including staffing our campus Writing Center.
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Humanities Division
This major acquaints students with a wide array of literary works as well as thematic, critical, and cultural perspectives that will enable graduates to teach literature and writing in diverse contexts. Methods courses in teaching composition and literature enable students to integrate theory and practice in the classroom. Many English Secondary Education majors gain valuable experience as Peer Consultants in the LCSC Writing Center. Additional study in Spanish or Nez Perce language (both of which offer minors and teaching endorsements) and in creative writing enhances prospective teachers’ professional preparation.
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Humanities Division
This major has a tradition of excellence where students have the opportunity to work with all genres of literary writing: poetry, fiction and nonfiction, from beginning classes through intermediate and advanced. Students become familiar with a wide array of writing, both published work and peer review. Classes engender critical discussion on content and the specific ways that craft can enhance or resolve problems in their work. These classes are taught in a supportive, yet constructively critical workshop format that builds the kind of community most conducive to a successful learning and writing experience. These classes are geared for a wide array of student interests: from those who are seriously pursuing a creative writing career, to those who just wish to explore creative expression. In addition to the English requirements, students are required to complete three workshops in any (or all) of the three genres, as well as an editing class in which they will work on Talking River, a literary magazine.
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Humanities Division
The Publishing Arts major provides students with unique, hands-on opportunities in publication design (for both books and journals) as part of the Talking River Publications and Talking River journal. These opportunities create work-force skills in editing, project supervision, graphic design utilizing up-to-date technology, business communication and organization, critical evaluation of written works, distribution and sales. The Publishing Arts major provides students with a dynamic exposure to literature, creative production, and work place decision-making.
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Business Division
The General Studies major serves a number of student needs: for strong liberal arts programs; for thorough pre-professional coursework; as preparation for many graduate programs. Within the guidelines provided by the program it is possible for a student, in consultation with an advisor, to tailor a course of study that is suited to his or her needs, abilities, interests, or academic and professional goals.
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Education Division
The General Studies: Education major introduces students to the following disciplines: education, literacy, special education, gifted and talented education, kinesiology, and health. Students select at least four of the disciplines for a broad-based study in the overarching area of education. The major allows for flexibility in course selection and degree design.
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Humanities Division
The General Studies in Humanities major is a 120-credit degree offering a strong liberal arts program, thorough pre-professional preparation, or preparation for a variety of graduate programs. The major is designed for students who desire a broad spectrum of coursework that allows for both concentration and breadth in Humanities disciplines: Art, Communication, English, Humanities, Music, Nez Perce and Spanish languages, and Theatre. The major allows students sufficient elective credits to complete any of the Colleges minor programs or to explore interests in other disciplines. The Division specifies certain courses or areas from which students must choose coursework, but overall the General Studies: Humanities major enables students, in consultation with an advisor, to tailor a course of study suited to their needs, abilities, interests, or academic and professional goals.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The General Studies: Natural Sciences program allows a student to develop their own course of study from the different disciplines within the Division of Natural Sciences & Mathematics. Students work with their advisor to tailor the classes in their degree to match personal and professional goals. This degree option serves students that need a custom program in preparation for further graduate studies or pre-professional coursework.
This degree option is not compatible with plans for future teacher certification. Students interested teacher certification should instead consider the Natural Science – with Secondary Certification program.
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Social Sciences Division
The General Studies major serves a number of student’s needs: for strong liberal arts programs; for thorough pre-professional coursework; as preparation for many graduate programs. See the Academic Programs section for additional information on this major.
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Business Division
The Hospitality Management major is designed to provide students with a broad skill set of the competencies in the hospitality industry. The degree combines professional-technical education in hospitality management with academic management and upper-division discipline courses in the business division. Students who declare this major must either be concurrently enrolled in an AAS Hospitality major or have already earned an AAS in Hospitality Management. This major provides an excellent entry point for hospitality management training programs.
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Business Division
The Interdisciplinary Studies major allows students the opportunity to design a course of study to satisfy personal and career goals. Students interested in business as an academic area within the Interdisciplinary option MUST contact the Business Division Office for guidance. See the Academic Programs section for additional information on this major.
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Academic Programs Division
The Interdisciplinary Studies major provides students with the opportunity to major in a program that can be tailored to meet unique and specific career opportunities, or to meet specific requirements for entry into an interdisciplinary graduate program. Students work closely with advisors to customize a bachelor’s degree program that includes two or three emphasis areas in different disciplines. The Interdisciplinary Studies major culminates with a Senior Capstone Research course and project.
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Social Sciences Division
The Justice Studies major provides students with professional education that prepares them for a variety of careers in federal, state, and local criminal justice and human service agencies. The curriculum is strongly oriented to the social and behavioral sciences. As a part of the commitment to developing a professionally oriented student, field training placements in criminal justice agencies are available.
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Education Division
The discipline of Kinesiology explores the art and science of human movement. In the Health and Kinesiology program, students develop an appreciation of the human body and its tremendous potential, as well as an understanding of the relationship between positive lifestyle choices and long-term improvements in health and well-being. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, leisure, fitness and recreation services rank just behind health care and high technology as expanding career fields for the 21st century. Education, therapeutic exercise, geriatric wellness, health and fitness leadership, sports training, coaching, athletic medicine, sports and fitness communication, and commercial fitness are areas in which most graduates in Kinesiology seek career opportunities. Additional avenues open to graduates include positions in service agencies, private athletic and recreation clubs, recreation organizations, corporate fitness programs, commercial and summer camps, and sporting goods companies. Many students choose to go to graduate school in a variety of fields including exercise science, public health, sport administration, athletic training, physical and occupational therapy.
Students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology will complete a program of study with either:
- Course work leading to K-12 Physical Education and Secondary School Health Teaching Endorsements (see Secondary Teacher Certification section) or
- Course work in one of four emphases:
- Health Promotion/Personal Training/Corporate Fitness
- Exercise Science/Sports Medicine
- Sports Administration/Coaching
- Youth Sports/Recreation
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Business Division
The Management major, offered either online and/or in the classroom, is designed to serve students who wish to develop a broad range of general management competencies. The major has particular appeal to students who have completed a Professional-Technical program, transfer students with credit from one or more colleges or universities, or those who have gained occupational competencies from life and work experiences. The degree is a practitioner degree that is a good entry point to management training programs. Students declared as Management majors are not authorized to pursue a second baccalaureate degree in Business Administration.
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Business Division
The Radiography emphasis of the Management major is designed for students with radiography training who wish to develop a broad range of general management competencies in both hospital and clinic-based radiography departments. This major has particular appeal to students who have completed a Professional-Technical program or gained occupational competencies from work experience. This degree is a practitioner degree that is a good entry point into radiography department management.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
The Mathematics major is characterized by a balance between theory and application, beginning in the pre-calculus sequence and continuing through to upper division courses. Appropriate technology is integrated at all levels of the curriculum. At the end of the program students are prepared to enter graduate school or business and industry. Students may also complete courses required for secondary teaching certification.
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics Division
Based upon the processes of science, this major provides learning experience and subject matter skills necessary for the secondary school teacher who must be prepared to teach a variety of science courses. At the same time it allows the student to selectively acquire depth of subject matter in a concentrated discipline of. The versatility inherent to this major is especially applicable to teaching in junior high schools and smaller senior high schools. Students are encouraged to take additional upper division courses in pertinent disciplines.
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Nursing and Health Sciences Division
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree Program is a dynamic baccalaureate program with a Basic Track and completion tracks for currently licensed Practical (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN). The RN to BSN Track is offered in an online format. The BSN student will develop and expand knowledge and skills delineated by the professional nurse roles of provider of care, designer/manager/coordinator of care, and member of the profession. Students participate in selected learning activities to develop an understanding of the art and science of nursing. The program provides an educational foundation for continued nursing study at the graduate level. Graduates of the Basic Track are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
MISSION & GOALS
To strengthen the health and wellbeing of the people of our communities by preparing students as professional nurses who engage in critical reasoning and creative thinking to design, provide, and coordinate exceptional nursing care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
The BSN Program will prepare graduates:
- Well prepared for entry level professional nursing practice
- Able to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care rooted in ethical, legal, and professional values and standards.
- Satisfied with their educational experience at LCSC.
- Able to appreciate the rich diversity of those we serve.
- Able to demonstrate values and behaviors respectful of human diversity.
- Committed to continued professional growth.
- Advocates for patients and the nursing profession.
ACCREDITATION
The program is approved by the Idaho Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). For accreditation concerns please contact CCNE, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC, 20036, (202)- 887-6791.
ADMISSION AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS - Basic BSN Track
- Completion of pre-program requirements at LCSC or an accredited university or college.
- General LCSC admission requirements.
- Submission of completed Application to the Division of Nursing and Health Sciences for acceptance into the upper division BSN curriculum. See the division web site (www.lcsc.edu/nurdiv) for admission criteria (Entrance Test, TOEFL, GPA, Certified Nurse Assistant certification, preprogram and support coursework), dates and processes. Non-refundable fee must accompany application. Admission is competitive with a limited number of spaces each semester.
- Transfer students must submit course descriptions of prerequisite and support courses with application to determine equivalency.
- Applicable policies and information are located in the NHS Student and the Pre-Program Policies and Information Handbook on the Division web page.
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Nursing and Health Sciences Division
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree Program is a dynamic baccalaureate program with a Basic Track and completion tracks for currently licensed Practical (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN). The RN to BSN Track is offered in an online format. The BSN student will develop and expand knowledge and skills delineated by the professional nurse roles of provider of care, designer/manager/coordinator of care, and member of the profession. Students participate in selected learning activities to develop an understanding of the art and science of nursing. The program provides an educational foundation for continued nursing study at the graduate level. Graduates of the Basic Track are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
MISSION & GOALS
To strengthen the health and wellbeing of the people of our communities by preparing students as professional nurses who engage in critical reasoning and creative thinking to design, provide, and coordinate exceptional nursing care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
The BSN Program will prepare graduates:
- Well prepared for entry level professional nursing practice
- Able to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care rooted in ethical, legal, and professional values and standards.
- Satisfied with their educational experience at LCSC.
- Able to appreciate the rich diversity of those we serve.
- Able to demonstrate values and behaviors respectful of human diversity.
- Committed to continued professional growth.
- Advocates for patients and the nursing profession.
ACCREDITATION
The program is approved by the Idaho Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). For accreditation concerns please contact CCNE, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC, 20036, (202)- 887-6791.
ADMISSION AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS - LPN to BSN Track
- Completion of pre-program requirements at LCSC or an accredited university or college.
- General LCSC admission requirements.
- Submission of completed Application to the Division of Nursing and Health Sciences. See the division web site (www.lcsc.edu/nurdiv) for admission criteria (Entrance Test, TOEFL, GPA verification of LPN licensure in ‘good standing’, prerequisite and support coursework) and deadlines. Nonrefundable fee must accompany application. Admission is competitive with a limited number of spaces each semester.
- Transfer students must submit course descriptions of prerequisite and support courses with application to determine equivalency.
- Applicable policies and information are located in the NHS Student and the Pre-Program Policies and Information Handbook on the Division web page.
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Nursing and Health Sciences Division
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree Program is a dynamic baccalaureate program with a Basic Track and completion tracks for currently licensed Practical (LPN) and Registered Nurses (RN). The RN to BSN Track is offered in an online format. The BSN student will develop and expand knowledge and skills delineated by the professional nurse roles of provider of care, designer/manager/coordinator of care, and member of the profession. Students participate in selected learning activities to develop an understanding of the art and science of nursing. The program provides an educational foundation for continued nursing study at the graduate level. Graduates of the Basic Track are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
MISSION & GOALS
To strengthen the health and wellbeing of the people of our communities by preparing students as professional nurses who engage in critical reasoning and creative thinking to design, provide, and coordinate exceptional nursing care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
The BSN Program will prepare graduates:
- Well prepared for entry level professional nursing practice
- Able to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based care rooted in ethical, legal, and professional values and standards.
- Satisfied with their educational experience at LCSC.
- Able to appreciate the rich diversity of those we serve.
- Able to demonstrate values and behaviors respectful of human diversity.
- Committed to continued professional growth.
- Advocates for patients and the nursing profession.
ACCREDITATION
The program is approved by the Idaho Board of Nursing and accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). For accreditation concerns please contact CCNE, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC, 20036, (202)- 887-6791.
ADMISSION AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS - RN to BSN Track
- Completion of pre-program requirements at LCSC or an accredited university or college.
- General LCSC admission requirements.
- Submission of completed Application to the Division of Nursing and Health Sciences. See the division web site (www.lcsc.edu/nurdiv) for admission criteria (TOEFL, GPA verification of RN licensure in ‘good standing’, prerequisite and support coursework) and deadlines. Non-refundable fee must accompany application. Admission is competitive with a limited number of spaces each semester.
- Transfer students must submit course descriptions of prerequisite and support courses with application to determine equivalency.
- Applicable policies and information are located in the NHS Student and the Pre-Program Policies and Information Handbook on the Division web page.
Note: Upon completion of the admission process and verification of passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and thus holding the RN license, the RN student is admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. A maximum of 40 semester nursing credits are held in escrow until the required graduation check (semester before graduation). Students may also receive credit through direct transfer and challenge processes. Additional information found in Pre-Program Information and Policies and NHS Student Handbooks. The BSN Program endorses the guidelines for educational mobility from the Idaho Statewide Nursing Articulation Plan (see http://www.nurseleaders.org/snap/modelplan.aspx).
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Social Sciences Division
Psychology is involved in the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Psychologists, using the scientific method, discover and create knowledge about human beings as well as help better the human condition through psychological services. Psychologists pursue their research and human services in clinics, hospitals, schools, colleges, universities, businesses, and military and government agencies as well as a variety of other health and social services organizations.
The set of required courses in the Psychology major is congruent with guidelines of the American Psychological Association. While most sub-disciplines in the field of psychology are included in the program of study, developmental psychology, social psychology, and counseling/clinical psychology receive particular emphasis as bases for graduate study.
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Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
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Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
The Secondary Teacher Education program prepares teacher candidates for certification in grades 6-12. It requires 24 credits of Education course work in professional foundations and studies and 13 credits during internship. Students apply for admission to the program after successfully completing nine credits of Education course work in professional foundations. During the course of the studies, candidates may be asked to reapply to the program if their GPA falls below 2.75 in general course work and 3.0 in their selected content area(s) of endorsement such as biology, chemistry, earth science, English, math, natural sciences, physical education/health, or social studies. There are separate degree requirements for each major and minor endorsement area.
Secondary Teaching Certificates (grades 6-12) are endorsed for subject areas according to Idaho Teacher Certification standards. All certificates require a minimum of 30 semester credits for a teaching field major and 20 semester credits for a teaching minor. For a single teaching field major, a minimum of 45 semester credits is required. The following LCSC areas are approved for teaching field majors: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English; Kinesiology-Physical Education K-12 and Health 6-12; Mathematics; Natural Sciences; and Social Science with a History emphasis (see degree requirements for each major). For marketability purposes, students are encouraged to pursue endorsements and minors in a second teaching field; consult with an advisor for the proper procedure. Secondary Education majors must have a content area advisor and a Secondary Education advisor.
Graduates from other colleges or universities seeking secondary teacher certification must fulfill all Secondary Education professional course work requirements in addition to meeting all academic major or minor teaching field requirements for subject area endorsement.
Students in the Secondary Education Certification program are expected to provide evidence through performance that they have become dedicated and knowledgeable professionals, content specialists, competent educational designers, capable educational facilitators, insightful educational evaluators, reflective professionals, and culturally responsive professionals before being recommended for secondary teacher certification.
Advising
Secondary Teacher Certification candidates must have two advisors; one for their academic major and one for secondary certification.
Program Plan (pdf)
Social Sciences Division
See Education Division
Program Plan (pdf)
Social Sciences Division
The Social Sciences major integrates four Social Science emphases (Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology) into a comprehensive program designed to enhance students’ understanding of the world of the past, present and future through the application of social scientific research skills to domestic, regional and global problems, as well as issues of diversity. The major provides practical insights into why and how the world(s) we live in work the way they do. Students interested in graduate school receive suitable grounding in a specific Social Science emphasis. When taken as part of an integrated Secondary Education program, the major trains students for professional teaching.
The Social Sciences major can prepare students for careers not only in teaching but also law, politics, journalism, historical preservation, cultural resource management, or for running their own business and anything involving finding and understanding new information (research). The major’s focus on independent learning provides opportunity for students to prepare for a wide variety of leadership positions in community and business.
Program Plan (pdf)
Social Sciences Division
The Social Sciences major integrates four Social Science emphases (Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology) into a comprehensive program designed to enhance students’ understanding of the world of the past, present and future through the application of social scientific research skills to domestic, regional and global problems, as well as issues of diversity. The major provides practical insights into why and how the world(s) we live in work the way they do. Students interested in graduate school receive suitable grounding in a specific Social Science emphasis. When taken as part of an integrated Secondary Education program, the major trains students for professional teaching.
The Social Sciences major can prepare students for careers not only in teaching but also law, politics, journalism, historical preservation, cultural resource management, or for running their own business and anything involving finding and understanding new information (research). The major’s focus on independent learning provides opportunity for students to prepare for a wide variety of leadership positions in community and business.
Program Plan (pdf)
Social Sciences Division
The Social Sciences major integrates four Social Science emphases (Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology) into a comprehensive program designed to enhance students’ understanding of the world of the past, present and future through the application of social scientific research skills to domestic, regional and global problems, as well as issues of diversity. The major provides practical insights into why and how the world(s) we live in work the way they do. Students interested in graduate school receive suitable grounding in a specific Social Science emphasis. When taken as part of an integrated Secondary Education program, the major trains students for professional teaching.
The Social Sciences major can prepare students for careers not only in teaching but also law, politics, journalism, historical preservation, cultural resource management, or for running their own business and anything involving finding and understanding new information (research). The major’s focus on independent learning provides opportunity for students to prepare for a wide variety of leadership positions in community and business.
Program Plan (pdf)
Social Sciences Division
The Social Sciences major integrates four Social Science emphases (Anthropology, History, Political Science, and Sociology) into a comprehensive program designed to enhance students’ understanding of the world of the past, present and future through the application of social scientific research skills to domestic, regional and global problems, as well as issues of diversity. The major provides practical insights into why and how the world(s) we live in work the way they do. Students interested in graduate school receive suitable grounding in a specific Social Science emphasis. When taken as part of an integrated Secondary Education program, the major trains students for professional teaching.
The Social Sciences major can prepare students for careers not only in teaching but also law, politics, journalism, historical preservation, cultural resource management, or for running their own business and anything involving finding and understanding new information (research). The major’s focus on independent learning provides opportunity for students to prepare for a wide variety of leadership positions in community and business.
Program Plan (pdf)
Social Sciences Division
Social Work Office: SPH 101
Phone: 208-792-2866
Phone: 208-792-2571
Web: http://www.lcsc.edu/socialwork
The Social Work program prepares students for entry-level generalist practice. Through courses, internships, research projects, and student activities delivered by traditional and non-traditional methods (technology), the program fosters in its students a celebration of differences among people and a belief that respecting these differences enriches the quality of life for all. The Division is committed to the preparation of professional social workers who possess the knowledge, skills, and values to address the needs and potential of individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Drawing on an ecological and liberal arts based background and a strengths based perspective, the program prepares students for the pursuit of a more just, humane society. Graduates are prepared for practice particularly with the oppressed and at risk members of society. Graduates are expected to practice from a set of ethical principles inherent in the social work profession, including the recognition that professional development is a lifelong learning process.
LCSC offers the only accredited BSW program in northern Idaho. Program graduates are needed to work with children, families, and underserved or populations at risk including handicapped, mentally disabled, economically deprived, delinquent, elderly, or health impaired.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
After declaring a Social Work major, students may apply for admission to the BSW program upon completion of 30 core credits as well as SW 140, SW 241, core math and English 101. The application packet is available to students on line at www.lcsc.edu/socialwork.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
The Special Education Paraeducator to Teacher Alternate Route is designed for paraeducators who possess an AA/AS and who wish to become certified special education teachers. The program culminates in a Bachelor of Science in Special Education and a recommendation for the Exceptional Child Certificate, K-12 Generalist Endorsement.
Program Plan (pdf)
Education Division
This major prepares students to integrate principles relating to business, kinesiology, and health to the administration and management of athletic programs and organizations, fitness and health clubs, sport recreation services, and related activities. This major focuses on planning and development; promotion, marketing, and recruitment; management of events, facilities, and personnel; and financial management principles. Sport Administration candidates must have two advisors, one from Kinesiology and one from Business.
Program Plan (pdf)