Health Science

If you are committed to improving the quality of life on the macro level, consider our Health Science major. Our students develop the knowledge and practical skills necessary to successfully plan, implement, and evaluate health programs in schools, community organizations, healthcare organizations, and worksites. GC Health Science graduates have been admitted to Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant Programs, as well as to other allied health programs.

Program Requirements

Degree Options

Major: 44-46 Total Credit Hours
Degree Type: Bachelor of Science (BS)

Careers

Student Testimonials

“The KHS department prepares you for the career that you want and for life in the professional world. I’m forever thankful for the wonderful professors in this department.” — Steven Whisler ’17

“Combined with a rigorous science curriculum, the KHS department emphasizes service, evidence-based research, and a holistic approach to wellness. I felt exceptionally well prepared — both academically and in character — for graduate school and my future career as a physician assistant.” — Kaitlin Fahey ’16

“Georgetown’s Health Science department helped pave the way for my career in medicine. It taught me the importance of cultivating healthy lifestyle choices early in life and is something I share with my patients daily.” — Haley Hart ’13

“Aside from the foundation of my career, the kinesiology department at GC provided me with lifelong colleagues and friends in my field, professors and students alike.” — Brittany Conner ‘12

“GC’s health science department gave me the perfect foundation for my career in occupational therapy. I could not do my job as a pediatric OT without the background knowledge I received in kinesiology.” – Rebecca Smith ’10

Faculty & Contact

Connect with the faculty who teach and mentor Health Science students.

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David Castillo

Lecturer of Kinesiology & Health Sciences

B.S., The University of Texas at San Antonio
M.S., The University of Texas at San Antonio
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Karla Francioni

Professor of Kinesiology and Health Studies

B.S., Milikin University
M.S., University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign
Ph.D., University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign
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Shelia Kustelski

Lecturer of Kinesiology and Health Studies

B.S., Cumberland University
M.B.A., King University
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Meghan Tackett-Trella

Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Health Studies

B.S., Valdosta State University
M.A., Eastern Kentucky University
Ph.D., Concordia University Chicago

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