PRE·PROF'ESSIONAL
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
PRE-CHIROPRACTIC Biol a's new Pre-Chiropractic Program is a 3 + I coopera ti ve degree completion program leading to a Bachelor of Sci ence degree in Human Biology. The needs of soci ety for health ca re practitioners are changing. Doctors of Chiro practi c are providing legitimate, alternative treatment strate gies to cl ients both directly and through HMO 's. Chiroprac tic medi cine has long been known to have a holi stic empha sis. Biola provides a context in which to prepare a more thoroughly educated doctor of chiropractic whose faith is truly integrated with her or his profession. This program is offered in cooperation with Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. Students attend Biola for three years taking courses in biology, chemistry, physics, Biblical studies and the Ii beral arts. The upper division biology courses are taken while enrolled at Los Angeles College of Chiropractic (LACC) during the final year. Upon successful completion of the program, the student receives the B. S. degree from Biola. Upon successful completion of the entire chiropractic program and examinations the student would receive the Doctor of Chiropractic degree from LACC. LACC is located just three miles from Biola, in Whittier, CA. It is a professional school, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and the Council on Chi ropracti c Education. Students interested in this program should major in Human Biology. Specific requirements for this program are listed under thi s heading in the Course Descriptions section of thi s Catalog. Further information may be obtained from the Department of Biological Science. PRE-PHYSICAL THERAPY Students interested in a career in physical therapy have the opportunity to pursue one of two program options at Biola. Both of these options are designed to meet the entrance requirements of Masters Degree programs in Physi cal Therapy. (A Masters Degree in Physical Therapy would be required to work in this field.) The options contain a common core of courses, but differ in the courses which complement this core. The choice between the two options depends on a student's interests, abilities, and ultimate career goals. Physical therapy can be practiced in a variety of settings, from sports to schools to hospitals. The core courses common to both options include selected courses in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and psychology. Pre-physical therapy students typically major in Sports Physiology in the Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences , or they major in Human Biology in the Department of Biological Science. Consult with either of these departments for the specific details of this program. OTHER POST-GRADUATE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Many students are interested in careers in areas such as veterinary medicine, pharmacy, optometry, medical technol ogy, podiatry, toxicology, public health and nutrition. Entry into many of these programs does not necessarily require a
Many opportun iti es exist for Biola students who are actively seeking professional education and training. Several agreements currently exist (Chiropract ic and Engineering) that allow Biola students to participate in degree completi on programs leading to specialized Bachelors degrees or both the Bachelors degree and a first professional doctorate. Addi tional opport unities are available that prepare the Biola graduate to enter the professional education / training phase with confidence. Asignifi cant number of Bi ola graduates are currently servin g in professional capacities. They routinel y cite their exce llent undergraduate education programs as predictors of success in their professional endeavors. Students wh o are interes ted in pursuing profession al degrees after attending Biol a should plan carefully and con sult with potential profession al schools concerning th eir req uirements. In some cases, assistance from a major adviser should be supplemented by other advising resources avail able at Biola. The Office of Career Services assists students in various ways. If a student is unsure about pre-professional advising, help should be sought from the Offi ce of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education, located in Metzge r Hall. The following provides some basic information about pre-professional education at Biola. PRE-MEDICINE Students who wish to pursue a career in medicine should plan to build a strong foundation in the sciences and mathe matics. Courses in biology, chemistry and physics form the core of this preparation. While most students at Biola who are preparing to enter medical school major in biological sci ence or biochemistry with a pre-med emphasis, other majors are possible if the student completes all of the core science courses required by the medical school. Medical schools also expect a broad background in the lib eral arts such as is provided by Biola's program in general edu cation. In addition, Biola 's biblical and theological studies requirement, and its integration of a biblical perspective in all courses, equips the prospective Christian health professional in mind and character to impact the world for Jesus Christ. A Pre-Medical Advisory Committee helps to prepare stu dents for the rigorous process involved in applying to med ical school. In particular, students are assisted in their prepa ration for medical school interviews. Information about the Pre-Medical Advisory Committee and Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is available from the secretary in the Science Building. For further information , please consult with either the Department of Biological Science or the Department of Physical Science. PRE-DENTISTRY Preparation for entrance into dental school is similar to preparation for medical school. Students should contact the dental schools of their choice for specific entrance require ments. Information on the American Dental Association Dental Admission Test can be obtained from the secretary in the Science Building.
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