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Admissions Requirements & Eligibility
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for military commission).
Physical Standards: Must meet the baseline fitness requirements for the respective military branch.
Grade Thresholds: All lower-division prerequisites must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Application Materials: Official transcripts, a completed USJ application and two formal letters of reference (preferably from criminal justice, legal, science instructors or employers).
Interview: A personal interview with program faculty is required to assess professional alignment and communication skills.
Required Prerequisites:
They are also combined with your Degree plan.
* BIOL 1306: Biology for Science Majors I & BIOL 1106: Biology for Science Majors Lab I
* BIOL 1307: Biology for Science Majors II & BIOL 1107: Biology for Science Majors Lab II
* ENGL 1301: First Year Writing I
* ENGL 1302: First Year Writing II
*CHEM 1311: Chemistry I & CHEM 1111: Chemistry I Lab
* CHEM 1312: Chemistry II & CHEM 1112: Chemistry II Lab
* CHEM 2323: Organic Chemistry I & *CHEM 2123: Organic Chemistry I Lab
* PHYS 1301: General Physics I & PHYS 1101: General Physics I Lab
* PHYS 1302: General Physics II & PHYS 1102: General Physics II Lab
* Core: HIST 1377-US History to 1877
BCHS 3304: Biochemistry*
CHEM 2325: Organic Chemistry II & CHEM 2125: Organic Chemistry II Lab
MATH 1342 or MATH 3339 or other Statistics*
Roadmap to a B.S. in Perinatal & Neonatal Services (PNS)
The Path to Specialized Pediatric Care: Introducing the Bachelor of Science in Perinatal & Neonatal Services (PNS).
Program Mission: Equipping students with the scientific foundation and clinical expertise to support newborn and maternal health.
Overview of the 8-Semester Curriculum: A rigorous 42-course trajectory.
Degree Plan
II. The Foundational Pillars (Years 1-2)
Semester 1: The Biological Foundation
BIOL 1306/1106: Biology for Science Majors I & Lab
ENGL 1301: First Year Writing I
PNS 1101: Introduction to Neonatal Care Concepts
HIST 1377: US History to 1877
MATH 1342: Elementary Statistics
Semester 2: Expanding Biological Systems
BIOL 1307/1107: Biology for Science Majors II & Lab
ENGL 1302: First Year Writing II
PNS 1202: Medical Terminology for Perinatal Settings
CHEM 1311/1111: Chemistry I & Lab
PNS 1205: Human Growth and Lifespan Development
Semester 3: The Chemical Sciences
CHEM 1312/1112: Chemistry II & Lab
PHYS 1301/1101: General Physics I & Lab
PNS 2301: Fetal Physiology and Anatomy
PNS 2302: Maternal-Fetal Health Dynamics
PNS 2305: Ethics in Perinatal Care
Semester 4: Organic Chemistry & Clinical Theory
CHEM 2323/2123: Organic Chemistry I & Lab
PHYS 1302/1102: General Physics II & Lab
PNS 2401: Pathophysiology of the High-Risk Newborn
PNS 2402: Principles of Respiratory Support
PNS 2405: Pharmacology for the Neonate
III. The Core Professional Phase (Years 3-4)
Semester 5: Biochemistry & Advanced Diagnostics
BCHS 3304: Biochemistry
CHEM 2325/2125: Organic Chemistry II & Lab
PNS 3301: Diagnostic Imaging in Neonatal Services
PNS 3302: Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation
PNS 3305: Legal Aspects and Healthcare Policy (Law Class)
Semester 6: Specialized Clinical Focus
PNS 3401: Surgical Foundations in Neonatal Services (Surgical Class)
PNS 3402: Cardiovascular Health in the Preterm Infant
PNS 3403: Developmental Care and Neuroprotection
PNS 3404: Equipment Maintenance & Biomedical Tech
PNS 3405: Internship I: Clinical Rotation (Clinical Internship)
Semester 7: Clinical Application & Research
PNS 4301: Perinatal Research Methods
PNS 4302: Complications of Labor and Delivery
PNS 4303: Patient Advocacy in Neonatal ICU
PNS 4304: Public Health and Maternal-Newborn Outreach
PNS 4305: Internship II: Advanced Critical Care (Clinical Internship)
Semester 8: Capstone and Transition to Practice
PNS 4401: Senior Capstone: Neonatal Service Case Studies
PNS 4402: Leadership and Management in NICU Units
PNS 4403: Pediatric Nutrition and Metabolism
PNS 4404: Cultural Competency in Maternal-Neonatal Care
PNS 4405: Preparation for National Credentialing Exams
IV. Course Description Summary
PNS Coding Explanation: How the 1000-4000 sequence indicates progression from introductory concepts to critical care mastery.
Integrating Theory and Practice: Discussing the importance of the surgical and law classes in the context of high-acuity neonatal medicine.
Career Outlook: Opportunities for graduates in NICUs, Labor & Delivery units, and neonatal research.
Final Encouragement: Commitment required for this specialized medical career path.