The Master of Science in Health Sciences program at the School of Health & Medical Sciences of Seton Hall University is distinguished by its interdisciplinary approach to graduate study. The fundamental design of the program is broadly based upon a flexible core curriculum in health sciences with specialization which will permit practicing professionals to assume leadership roles as advanced practitioners, managers or health profession educators.
The program is designed for health professionals interested in pursuing advanced education at the master’s level. A core of courses, taken by all students, provides the basis for an understanding of the health care delivery system and an understanding of the role and importance of communications within organizations. Additional courses in research, again taken by students in all tracks, provide the critical analysis of research methods and the scientific basis of investigations. Students select specialized courses designated for each track which provide them with the opportunity to design an individualized plan of study which meets their needs and interest. The course work is further enhanced through participation in seminars, practica, and research projects.
The three tracks in the Master of Science program which are open to all health care professionals are: Health Professions Leadership, Movement Science, and Athletic Training. The program is committed to assisting students develop basic research skills. Innovative scheduling allows for full and part-time studies.
Specializations
Specialization in Health Professions Leadership
The Health Professions Leadership specialization track is designed to provide graduate education for those professionals seeking leadership roles in a variety of health care educational settings. As such, the leadership track will prepare these individuals to design and evaluate methodologies for the development and delivery of high quality, effective health professions education programs; and influence health care education policies and regulations that affect the delivery of education of health professionals.
Specialization in Movement Science
A trend toward the multidisciplinary study of human movement and motor control has resulted in a restructure and redesign of traditional theories of movement. This has contributed to the need for rehabilitation professionals who read and apply new knowledge and findings for clinical or educational practice, and for educators to alter what is taught at the entry-level of practice. The goal of this concentration in movement science is to develop a coherent view of theory, clinical practice and research in motor learning and control. Study is directed at both normal and dysfunctional movement.
Specialization in Athletic Training
The goal of this athletic training specialization is to advance the knowledge base of Athletic Trainers in the ever-changing and expanding health care arena. Based on a strong foundation of science and scientific principles, graduates will advance athletic training within the interdisciplinary health care system to better serve the clients, the profession and the community by functioning as clinicians, educators, administrators and researchers.
Overall Goals, Objectives and Outcomes
The overall goal of the Master of Science is to prepare practicing health care providers to assume leadership roles in professional leadership, research and practice within the changing health care system. To achieve this goal a flexible and diverse curriculum has been designed to develop individuals who:
- Exhibit advanced communication and clinical or educational skills to serve as active contributors to the health care system;
- Utilize pedagogical and organizational skills necessary to deliver health care in an efficient and effective manner;
- Critically appraise health science literature and apply the appropriate principles and procedures to the recognition, evaluation, interpretation and understanding of current issues;
- Apply the principles of scientific inquiry to investigate problems at the frontiers of knowledge;
- Demonstrate knowledge and sensitivity of culturally diverse populations and their attitudes toward health and illness.
Objectives
Upon completion of the Master of Science program, graduates should be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in a chosen field of patient care or education in the health sciences.
- Integrate the three roles of patient care, teaching, and research.
- Synthesize concepts, models and theories of practice through the appropriate application of theoretical and empirical knowledge.
- Integrate professional and ethical values and behaviors in decision making.
- Engage in analytical research that fosters change in the delivery of health care.
- Advance the scientific base of the health professions.
- Investigate research priorities among health service delivery issues and clinical applications that typically concern health care practitioners.
- Assume responsibility for learning and professional growth.
- Collaborate in interdisciplinary practice to establish and maintain high standards of health care.
- Demonstrate proficiency in state-of-the art computer applications.
Outcomes
Upon completion of the Master of Science program, graduates will:
- Demonstrate oral and written competency in both scholarly and technical formats.
- Conduct and defend original research to generate knowledge in their field.
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