Success in Healthcare Starts with a Solid Foundation
Whether you are applying to a highly competitive professional school—such as medical, dental, or physician assistant programs—or pursuing a career in microbiology, pharmacology, or research, our four-year Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences program provides a strong foundation for your success.
Program Highlights
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Introductory classes and labs are conducted on campus, whereas advanced courses are delivered online, providing flexibility for internships.
- Pathway for students seeking admission into:
- Professional programs (i.e. medical/osteopathic medicine, dental, pharmacy, etc.)
- Graduate programs (i.e. PA Studies, research, physical therapy, etc.)
- Certifications (i.e. cardiovascular perfusion, medical lab science, etc.)
- Choose from a variety of electives based on personal interests, including epidemiology, environmental health, leadership, wellness and mindfulness.
- Employment for healthcare professionals is projected to grow much faster than average from 2023 to 2033, including physician assistants (28% increase), speech language pathologists (29% increase), and physical therapists (23% increase). (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023)
- Hands-on experiential learning, with the use of state-of-the-art teaching resources like the Anatomage® table
- Affiliated with Atrium Health and the new Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte campus opening in fall 2025
- BMS students are eligible to apply to unique physician/PA shadowing experiences at Atrium Health
Program Goals
The goals of the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science program are to prepare its graduates for:
- Transferring foundational and conceptual knowledge to authentic situations.
- Functioning as part of a collaborative team through effective communication.
- Applying diverse learning experiences to personal and professional growth.
The curriculum associated with Cabarrus College of Health Sciences’ BS in Biomedical Sciences is intended to accomplish the following learning outcomes:
- Communicate science in multiple media.
- Explain the regulatory mechanisms which control the operation of natural and physical systems.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the experimental techniques and methods.
- Elucidate communication methods within the health care industry.
- Evaluate ethical conduct in scientific activities.
- Discuss the scope of practice of the various health professions within the context of the health care system in the United States
