Health Horizons Academy
5716 Southern Blvd
Suite 102
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
ph: 757-518-2800
fax: 757-518-2801
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ADMISSIONS PROCESS
1. Determine eligibility for admission
You are eligible for admission to Health Horizons Academy if you:
- have a high school diploma or the equivalent, GED.
- are 18 years old or older.
- can attest to being drug free.
- are a United States citizen.
Note: The College reserves the right to evaluate special cases and to refuse admission to applicants when a refusal is in the best interest of the college.
2. Apply to HEALTH HORIZONS ACADEMY :
- Online Application - Fill Out Form and Print
- Contact the HEALTH HORIZONS ACADEMY Admissions Office at 757-518-2800 or info@VaNursingSchool.com to have an application mailed to you.
- Pick up an application at the HEALTH HORIZONS ACADEMY Admissions Office.
- Return Paper Application to the HEALTH HORIZONS ACADEMY Admissions Office in person or by mail
3. Determine Tuition Costs
4. Take Assessment Tests
All students who wish to enroll in courses at HEALTH HORIZONS ACADEMY must participate in the Assessment Testing Program. These tests are not admissions tests and are designed to help plan your best course of study and ensure your college success.Exceptions:
- Appropriate scores on SAT or ACT tests are submitted.
- Select college-level coursework has been completed successfully.
5. Talk to a Counselor about Programs
Counselors are professional staff located in the campus student development, enrollment or counseling center. Academic advisors are faculty members who help students plan a course of study in their academic area. Both are available to act as academic consultants. They will help you plan your program of study.You are encouraged to consult a counselor or an academic advisor before each registration and to confer with one frequently during the semester regarding academic matters. It is YOUR responsibility, however, to fulfill goals and school requirements.
6. Enroll in Classes
Change in Enrollment
Any action you take after your initial enrollment is a change of enrollment. You must always follow official procedures for making any changes in your program after registration, either through the touchtone system, in person, or by providing written permission to a representative who acts for you. Consult a counselor or academic advisor when changing registration to prevent any problem with your permanent college records, your financial aid status, or your veterans benefits. After making any change, be sure to obtain, check, and save a new Registration and Identification (R&I) receipt from the campus Business Office.
DO NOT STOP ATTENDING COLLEGE WITHOUT OFFICIALLY WITHDRAWING FROM ALL YOUR CLASSES. Failure to properly withdraw from college may result in the assignment of F orU grade(s) to your permanent record. Please see a counselor or an academic advisor to consider your options before withdrawing from college.
Effective Date of Official College and Course Withdrawal : When you withdraw from a class or from the college, your official withdrawal is effective on the date it is processed by the college, not the date of the last class you attended, unless the two dates are the same. If you are withdrawn from a course, your official withdrawal date is the last day you attended class, as reported by your instructor.
Pre-Allied Health Care Preparation
Program description:
The program fulfills the requirements for most allied health care schools for pre-admissions (Biology, Mathematics, English and Chemistry). It is a total of 34 credit hours. It prepares students to take the CLEP exam for college credit.
Program Objectives:
The objective of the Pre-Allied Health Professional program is to prepare students for the pre-admission requirements for the school of their choice. Students will attend classes (tutoring sessions) to prepare for the corresponding CLEP exam.
Course Descriptions:
Courses Offered: TRIMESTER I (May - August)
General Biology I-II: Explores fundamental characteristics of living matter from the molecular level to the ecological community with emphasis on general biological principles. Introduces the diversity of living organisms, their structure, function and evolution. Lecture 6 hours per week. Course materials are included in the total price of this course.
Developmental Mathematics for Health Care: Designed to bridge the gap between a weak mathematical foundation and the knowledge necessary for the study of mathematics courses in technical, professional, and transfer programs. Topics may include arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Lecture 3 hours per week. Course materials are included in the total price of this course. Credits not applicable toward CLEP exam.
Principles of Psychology: Surveys the basic concepts of psychology. Covers the scientific study of behavior, behavioral research methods and analysis, and theoretical interpretations. Includes topics that cover physiological mechanisms, sensation/perception, motivation, learning, personality, psychopathology, therapy, and social psychology. Course materials are included in the total price of this course. Lecture 3 hours per week.
Courses Offered: TRIMESTER II (September - December)
College Chemistry I-II: Explores the fundamental laws, theories, and mathematical concepts of chemistry. Designed primarily for science and engineering majors. Requires a strong background in mathematics. Lecture 6 hours per week. Course materials are included in the total price of this course.
Computer Competency: Introduces students to Microsoft Office and the Internet using Internet Explorer. Course topics include Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases and Internet/E‐mail. Lecture 3 hours per week. Course materials are included in the total price of this course. Credits not applicable toward CLEP exam.
Developmental Psychology: Studies the development of the individual from conception to death. Follows a life-span perspective on the development of the person’s physical, cognitive, and psychosocial growth. Lecture 4 hours per week.
Courses Offered: TRIMESTER III (January - April)
College Composition I & II: Introduces students to critical thinking and the fundamentals of academic writing. Through the writing process, students refine topics; develop and support ideas; investigate, evaluate, and incorporate appropriate resources; edit for effective style and usage; and determine appropriate approaches for a variety of contexts, audiences, and purposes. Writing activities will include exposition and argumentation with at least one researched essay. Part two continues to develop college writing with increased emphasis on critical essays, argumentation, and research, developing these competencies through the examination of a range of texts about the human experience. Requires students to locate, evaluate, integrate, and document sources and effectively edit for style and usage. Requires ability to use word processing software. Course materials are included in the total price of this course. Lecture 6 hours per week.
Principles of Sociology: Introduces fundamentals of social life. Presents significant research and theory in areas such as culture, social structure, socialization, deviance, social stratification, and social institutions. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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Health Horizons Academy
5716 Southern Blvd
Suite 102
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
ph: 757-518-2800
fax: 757-518-2801
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