General Education

Start your healthcare journey faster with health‑focused general education courses that build your foundation and fit your path.

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Flexible Options for Different Student Pathways

Start your healthcare education with confidence. St. Luke’s College of Health Sciences (SLCHS) offers a selection of general education courses designed specifically for students preparing to enter nursing and allied health programs — whether here at St. Luke’s or at another institution. These courses provide the strong academic foundation required for healthcare careers while introducing you to the expectations, culture, and rigor of a health‑science learning environment from day one.

Our general education curriculum is intentionally aligned to the needs of future healthcare professionals. Courses integrate relevant real‑world examples, health‑focused applications, and instruction from faculty with clinical experience. Students benefit from small class sizes, individualized support, and access to faculty and advisors designed to help you choose the right courses for your education and career goals.

Whether you are preparing to apply to one of St. Luke’s degree programs, completing prerequisites for nursing or other health‑science pathways, or seeking transferable general education credits, St. Luke’s offers a streamlined, high‑quality option. With clear credit applicability, no long waitlists, and a connected community focused on your success, you can begin your journey toward a career in healthcare with clarity and momentum.

Experience the advantage of learning in an environment built for future healthcare providers — where every course moves you one step closer to your goals.

Why Choose Us?

Courses taught by content experts.
Mix of online and traditional course offerings.
5-week modular design for RN to BSN students.
Designed with a working professionals schedule in mind.
Opportunity to start here and continue your journey at the St. Luke’s School of Nursing Diploma Program, to continue on with the SLCHS in one of its degree-granting programs, or transfer to another institution.

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General Education Mission Statement

The General Education curriculum at SLCHS provides an interdisciplinary education that develops critical thinking, ethical reasoning, communication, and cultural awareness to prepare students for professional healthcare practice, lifelong learning, and meaningful service to diverse communities.

General Education Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the General Education curriculum, students will be able to:

Analyze quantitative, scientific, and liberal arts information to support critical reasoning, intellectual curiosity, and informed decision-making.
Communicate effectively in written, oral, and interpersonal formats with diverse audiences in academic, professional, and collaborative settings.
Apply ethical reasoning and cultural awareness to make responsible decisions in personal, academic, and professional contexts.
Integrate technology and information literacy skills to support lifelong learning, collaboration, and responsible use of information.
Examine social, cultural, and community factors to understand their impact on equity, public well-being, and civic engagement.