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Carolinas College of Health Sciences at Charlotte, North Carolina was established in 1990 by the Carolinas Healthcare System. It has been known by its current name since 1996. It is a specialized institute offering career oriented education and training in the fields of health sciences and allied health. It offers courses in computer tomography, CPR life support, medical technology, nursing, phlebotomy and radiation therapy.
CCHS has a chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. The college also has a Student Government Association, which organizes community involvement opportunities for students. Students at CCHS can participate in the Student Nurses’ Association and the Student Life Committee as well. It also publishes a monthly student newsletter.
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Campus Location1200 Blythe Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203-2861
USA
Main Tel: (704) 355-5043
Web Site The campus is in a large city. |
Carolinas College Of Health Sciences HighlightsWhere Carolinas College Of Health Sciences stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in nursing and emergency medicine.
- Numerous part-time students.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- High female/male ratio.
- High SAT scores (combined Verbal and Math).
- High faculty salary.
- Selective admissions.
Other important characteristics: - Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2007)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 264 | 3 | | Associate | 97 | 2 | | 1-2 year certificate | 25 | 3 |
StudentsThe student enrollment at Carolinas College Of Health Sciences was 484 in 2007 (232 full-time equivalent). About 21% of the freshmen class in 2007 was male and women were 79% of the class. Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen. Among freshmen students, 18% are full-time and 82% are part-time.
Tuition and Other CostsFinancial Aid: Carolinas College Of Health Sciences participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2007): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 22 |
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
Carolinas College Of Health Sciences Admissions (2007)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 43% | | Women | 44% | | All | 44% |
SAT Test Scores:| SAT | Middle 50% |
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| Verbal | 470-553 | | Math | 480-547 |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2007 in parentheses) MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (65 awarded) - Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (321 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
- Pre-Nursing Studies
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