College of Health Sciences and Human Performance
Departments
Funeral Service Education
Department Chair: Geoffrey Hodgson
Funeral Service Education provides the essential education and training needed for
careers in the funeral industry. This field prepares students to become qualified
professionals, commonly known as funeral directors, morticians, or undertakers.
Health Care Services Administration
Department Chair: Janet Thomas
Health Care Services Administration prepares students for leadership roles in the
health care industry. This program equips individuals with the essential knowledge
and skills needed to manage organizations and improve health care service delivery.
Health Information Management
Department Chair: Janet Thomas
Health Information Management (HIM) focuses on organizing, managing, and utilizing
data within health care. HIM professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy,
security, and accessibility of patient records and medical information.
Kinesiology & Sport, Physical Ed.
Department Chair: Misty Bohnert
The Kinesiology, Sport, & Physical Education department offers programs focused on
human movement and exercise. The field studies the science, mechanics, and physiology
of activity while promoting physical health and well-being through sports.
Nursing AS
Department Chair: Jill R. Chrispell
The Nursing, A.S. program provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills
necessary to become registered nurses. This Associate of Science degree prepares students
for entry-level nursing positions across various health care settings.
Nursing LPN to BSN Completion
Department Chair: Stephanie Garrett
Unlock a world of opportunity with Vincennes University's LPN to BSN program. Elevate
your nursing career and earning potential through this highly flexible online degree,
which allows you to live and work wherever the best job openings arise.
Nursing Practical
Department Chair: Nellie Jones
The program emphasizes hands-on training in practical nursing skills, such as administering
medications, taking vital signs, dressing wounds, assisting with activities of daily
living, and observing and reporting changes in patients' conditions.
Nursing RN to BSN Completion
Department Chair: Tamera L. Halter
Our Nursing RN to BSN Completion program is designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) holding
an associate degree or diploma. The program is specifically tailored to help working
RNs further their education and obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Pharmacy Technology
Department Chair: Jillian Kiefer
The Pharmacy Technology department provides comprehensive education and training in
pharmaceutical sciences and medication management. Pharmacy technicians play a crucial
role in ensuring the safe, effective distribution of medications to patients.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Department Chair: Rachel Lampert PT, DPT
Our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program provides the education and training
needed to become licensed assistants. PTAs work under the supervision of physical
therapists to provide rehabilitative care to patients with injuries or conditions.
Surgical Technology
Department Chair: Melissa Brothers
Our Surgical Technology Department provides training to become surgical technologists,
also known as operating room technicians or scrub techs. These vital team members
assist surgeons and other health care professionals in the operating room.
Have questions?
We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal
goals.
Please vuadmit@vinu.edu or call 812-888-4313 for more information.
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