Health Sciences Experiential Education Program
Welcome to the Health Sciences Experiential Program! The Experiential Education Program for the Health Sciences major provides students the opportunity to apply and integrate classroom instruction with hands-on experiences in healthcare and research environments. The Experiential Education Program consists of a five-semester sequence of courses that along with other semester experiences prepares students for a year long senior capstone experience in a healthcare or research setting. The series of courses, Issues in Health Sciences, engage students in both experiential and didactic work to develop the knowledge base, skill sets, and professional experiences necessary for success in a health science related field. Our Health Sciences students will have the opportunity to shadow and work with healthcare practitioners, listen to presenters throughout the year that focus on healthcare related topics, research with faculty members, discuss and reflect on issues in the health sciences field, be involved in on-campus events such as the Pharmacy and Health Sciences day, and participate in the Health Sciences Club.For specific information regarding the Health Sciences Program and curricular tracks, please visit the Health Sciences Handbook
Senior Capstone Experience
Each Drake University student completes a Senior Capstone Experience. Capstone Experiences allow each student to demonstrate the capacity to bring information, skills, and ideas to bear on one significant project. Health Sciences Capstones may take many different forms and will be dependent upon the track that has been selected. The Issues in Health Sciences courses within the curriculum along with other experiences will progress to their chosen capstone. Each track will be able to cater to their senior experiences to fit the needs of their chosen career pathway. Possible capstone experiences include working with those involved in pharmaceutical and biotechnology research and development, hospital and health services administration, rehabilitation and therapeutic services, diagnostic services, and other medical practices such as dental, optometry, podiatry, orthopedics, and general medicine.
Available Resources
Experiential Components
- Here you will find explanations of the Health Sciences Experiential Components used throughout the course of the Health Sciences curriculum.
- The Health Sciences Experiential Manual contains complete information regarding curriculum, policies & procedures and various program requirements.
Other Student Resources
- Experiential FAQ
- Internship Opportunities