Methodist University Academics - School of Science and Human Development

School of Science and Human Development

Dr. Lori Brookman, Dean

The School of Science and Human Development includes a variety of professional programs with a strong liberal arts foundation. The curriculum in each discipline has been designed to prepare students to become outstanding professionals in their chosen field. Faculty who teach in the programs pride themselves on providing academic rigor in a nurturing environment.

The undergraduate Athletic Training Program is designed to prepare students for the professional opportunities as NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC). Students will gain experience in the collegiate, high school, and physical therapy clinical settings. The program is accredited by The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

The words Biology, Chemistry and Physics elicit different images from different people. Some will envision a research scientist in a white lab coat, while others will see individuals working to protect endangered species or to make products we use in our everyday lives more useful. Choice of majors includes Applied Exercise Science, General Biology, Zoology, Ecology and the Natural History of Plants, Health Occupations Science, Conservation Biology, Microbiology-Cell Biology, and Chemistry.

One of the primary concerns of the college, as well as one of its principle opportunities for service, is in the field of Teacher Education. Recognizing teacher education as an institution-wide responsibility, the college is committed to meeting the need for well-trained and dedicated teachers. Teacher licensure areas in majors offered by the School of Science and Human Development include Elementary Education, Middle Grades Education, Special Education, Secondary Mathematics, Physical Education, and Secondary Science with a major in Biology. The unifying theme for all of the education programs is the development of professional educators as facilitative teachers who understand and value the process of learning. Our teacher licensure programs are accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI).

Each major in the Physical Education department includes courses which address the content or knowledge base for its related profession and an introduction to related professional organizations and employment venues. An especially attractive component of each major is the numerous opportunities with which students are provided in order to gain "hands on" experience in "real world" settings working in cooperation with and under the direct supervision of professionals in their chosen fields of study.

Our Physician Assistant studies are geared toward preparing individuals who will be health care professionals licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. Physician Assistants are extremely beneficial in providing primary care as well as medical care in specialty fields. Our master’s degree Physician Assistant program is accredited by The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Whichever area of study you choose, know that our faculty will be available to provide you with guidance and support as your pursue your professional goals.

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