Pre-Professional Health - Biology post-baccalaureate certificate
The Pre-Professional Health - Biology post-baccalaureate certificate at West Liberty University is one in a series of three certificate programs (Biology, Chemistry Prerequisites, and Math, Physics, and Behavioral Prerequisites) designed to provide required prerequisites and dedicated preparation for professional entrance exams for individuals seeking a career change to a four-year professional health degree (M.D., D.O., D.V.M., D.D.S., Optometry, Pharmacy). The series of three certificates can be completed over four semesters of study. The Pre-Professional Health - Biology post-baccalaureate certificate focuses on biology prerequisites and preparation courses to ease transition into a professional health program.
Applicants for the Pre-Professional Health - Biology post-baccalaureate certificate must already hold a BA or BS degree in any field of study from an accredited 4-year institution of higher education. Professional programs often have a time limit for prerequisite coursework; if courses from the applicant’s prior degree exceed the time limit, those courses can be added into the post-bacc curriculum. The applicant is responsible for determining the time limit on prerequisite coursework.
Required Courses (11 credit hours)
| BIO 124 | Biological Principles | 3 |
| BIO 125 | Biological Principles Lab | 1 |
| BIO 208 | Foundational Cell & Molecular Biology | 3 |
| BIO 221 | Biological Statistics & Experimental Design | 3 |
| BIO 413 | Kaplan Test Prep | 1 |
Restricted Electives
Choose a minimum of 6 credit hours from the following courses:
The choice of restricted electives allows each student to select courses that may be recommended or required for a target program in the professional health fields. Courses beyond the ones listed may be considered for specific program needs. Please consult the department chair.
Restricted electives may require completion of chemistry prerequisites; these prerequisites are included in the Pre-Professional Health - Chemistry Prerequisites post-baccalaureate certificate.