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38
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120
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145
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15
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Face To Face
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Face To Face
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| Location |
Clinicals are in-person at the assigned institution, and didactic courses are online. Students remain at one clinical location for the entire year (which are located across the U.S.) and are required to come on-site to the GVSU Health Campus, near the Grand Rapids Medical Mile, one time during the year (a three day visit for orientation). The remainder of the courses are online. 
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Undergraduate students in this major study at the Grand Valley Allendale
Campus. A variety of online courses are available spring/summer term.
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All undergraduate students begin their academic career at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus; classes for graduate students in this major meet downtown on the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
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Classes for this certificate are offered on the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
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| Coursework |
The curriculum meets the requirements prescribed by the American Association of Medical Dosimetrists, so that successfully completing the 38-credit hour didactic and clinical curriculum qualifies the graduate's eligibility to sit for the MDCB examination and become a Certified Medical Dosimetrist (CMD). Students study a variety of topics that include:
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The biomedical sciences major provides a strong foundation in the sciences that prepares the student for careers in science and medicine. The requirements for the major align with the coursework required for admission to professional schools and graduate programs in the sciences. Students will study a variety of topics, including:
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Students may choose four courses to dual-count toward the B.S. and M.S. degrees, up to 12 credit hours total. Students are encouraged to work with the graduate program director and their advisor to ensure all requirements are met.
Registration for 600-level courses is to occur only after acceptance into the combined degree program.
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You are required to complete the following courses:
Two additional courses complete the certificate. Topics include:
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| Career Options |
The program prepares students for the technical, theoretical, and psychological aspects of a career in the field. Medical dosimetrists are in high demand in hospitals and radiation treatment facilities and have many career options that include:
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The biomedical sciences major is an excellent choice for students interested in health and science related careers in fields such as medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy. It also prepares students for entry into masters and Ph.D. programs. The bachelor's degree allows graduates to enter the workforce directly in areas such as:
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Master's level biostatisticians are in demand in industry, research institutions, government, and academia, including consulting, epidemiology, clinical medicine, health analytics, hospital research, environmental and public health.
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Students in this program may find careers in real estate development,
appraisal, sales agency, property management, loan origination, credit
analysis, investment analysis, financial consultancy, portfolio
management, city government, title examination, location analysis, and more.
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| Application Deadline |
The application deadline is February 1. The $30 nonrefundable application fee is waived if the applicant has previously applied to GVSU.
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| Skills Employers Want |
The M.S. in Medical Dosimetry at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings.
Source: EMSI, 2022
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The B.S. in Biomedical Sciences at GVSU will help you develop the skills and knowledge base you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following knowledge and skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings.
Source: EMSI, 2021
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The M.S. in Biostatistics at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings in the biostatistics field.
Source: EMSI, 2022
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