Fall 2022 Major-Specific Degree Requirements (College of Health and Human Services)
While first-year students may be admitted directly into some majors, many majors require that students begin as “pre-majors” and then meet precise major-specific degree criteria to official declare the major. These criteria include meeting all major-specific degree requirements in the new major and demonstrating a progressively successful academic history that reflects potential success in the major. Upon declaration of major, students must adopt the requirements of the major and any minors in effect at that time in the CSULB Catalog.
All undergraduate students must have a declared major by the time they earn 60 units. This applies equally to students who are:
- Undeclared or pre-major (refer to Declare a Major)
- Requesting to change or add a major (refer to Change of Major)
Browse the following list to find the current major-specific degree requirements for your intended major. Some majors are highly impacted and will be indicated as such. Major-specific degree requirements are subject to change in future terms.
Athletic Training is a highly impacted program.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following. Applicants must submit a separate program application to the CSULB Athletic Training Education Program. See the CSULB Athletic Training Education Program web site for the separate program application and deadlines. The separate program application must be accompanied by three letters of recommendation; one letter must be from the athletic training setting noted below.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.7
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy |
MATH | 109,or 113,or 119A, or 122 | Modeling w/Algebra; Pre-Calculus Algebra; Survey of Calculus; Calculus I |
NUTR | 132 | Introductory Nutrition |
PHYS | 100A | General Physics |
PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
Minimum of 150 pre–professional athletic training hours.
- At least 100 hours must be attained by observation in a traditional athletic training setting under the supervision of a BOC certified athletic trainer.
- A maximum of 50 of these hours may be attained in a clinical setting under the supervision of an allied healthcare professional.
- Health Care Professional: Athletic Trainer, Chiropractor, Dentist, Registered Dietitian, Emergency Medical Technician, Nurse Practitioner, Nutritionist, Paramedic, Occupational Therapist, Optometrist, Orthotist, Physician (MD/DO), Pharmacist, Physical Therapist, Physician Assistant, Podiatrist, Prosthetist, Psychologist, Registered Nurse or Social Worker who hold a current active state or national practice credential and/or certification in the discipline and whose discipline provides direct patient care in a field that has direct relevancy to the practice and discipline of Athletic Training.
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" of better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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ATEP | 207 | Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries |
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The Kinesiology Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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ANTH | 120 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
CDFS | 111 | Child Growth and Development |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" or better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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CDFS | 211 | Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children |
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- The Child Development and Family Studies program for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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ANTH | 120 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
CDFS | 111 | Child Growth and Development |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Explore:
- The Child Development and Family Studies program for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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Complete one of the following: | ||
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics (If Statistics course above is not GE approved)
Explore:
- The Consumer Affairs website for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (Grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Course Number | Course Title |
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CRJU | 101 | Criminal Justice System in Society |
Complete two of the following courses: | ||
SOC | 100 | Principles of Sociology |
PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
POSC | 100 | Introduction to American Government |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Mathematics
- Critical Thinking (PHIL 170 is recommmended)
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" or better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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CRJU | 110 | Introduction to Justice Research, Writing and Reasoning |
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- The Criminal Justice Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 201 | General Microbiology for Health Professionals |
CHEM | 111A | General Chemistry |
MATH | 112A and 112B or 113,119A,122 | Essential Algebra A and Essential Algebra B or Pre-Calculus Algebra or higher; (Equivalent to Survey of Calculus; Calculus I) |
NUTR | 132 | Introduction to Nutrition |
PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
Complete one of the following courses: | ||
BIOL | 260 | Biostatistics |
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
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- The Option in Food Science website for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.8 | Course Number | Course Title |
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NUTR | 132 | Introductory Nutrition |
BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology |
CHEM | 111A | General Chemistry |
MATH | 112A and 112B or 113 | Essential Algebra A and Essential Algebra B or Pre-Calculus Algebra |
BIOL | 201 | General Microbiology for Health Professionals |
Complete one of the following: | ||
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
BIOL | 260 | Biostatistics |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
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- The Family and Consumer Sciences Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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CHEM | 100 or 111A | Chemistry & Today's World; or General Chemistry |
HIST or AH | 131 or 111A | Early Western Civilization; or Foundation of Art History Prehistory - 1500 |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Explore:
- The Family and Consumer Sciences Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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CHEM | 100 or 111A | Chemistry & Today's World; or General Chemistry |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Explore:
- The Family and Consumer Sciences Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 205 or 207 or 208 or 211 | Human Biology or Human Physiology or Human Anatomy or Intro Evolution/Diversity |
ECON | 101 | Principles of Microeconomics |
ACCT | 201 | Elementary Financial Accounting |
Complete one of the following: | ||
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics (If Statistics course above is not GE approved)
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- The Health Care Administration Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.4
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 205 or 207 and 208 |
Human Biology; or Both Human Physiology and Human Anatomy |
HSC | 210 | Contemporary Health Issues |
PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
Complete one of the following: | ||
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics (If Statistics course above is not GE approved)
Explore:
- The Health Science Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.4
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 205 or 207 and 208 | Human Biology; or Both Human Physiology and Human Anatomy |
HSC | 210 | Contemporary Health Issues |
PSY | 100 | General Pyschology |
Complete one of the following: | ||
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics (If Statistics course above is not GE approved)
Explore:
- The Health Science Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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ECON or ACCT | 101 or 201 | Principles of Microeconomics or Elementary Financial Accounting |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Explore:
- The Family and Consumer Sciences Department for more information on this major.
Option in Physical Education - Teacher Education
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy |
KIN | 201 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Explore:
- The Kinesiology Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.25
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy |
KIN | 201 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
MATH | 112A and 112B or 113, 119A or 122 | Essential Algebra A and Essential Algebra B or Precalculus Algebra; or higher equivalent to Survey of Calculus I; or Calculus I |
CHEM or PHYS | 111A or 100A | General Chemistry or General Physics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
Explore:
- The Kinesiology Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy |
KIN | 201 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
Complete one of the following: | ||
HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics if Statistics course taken is not GE approved
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" or better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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NUTR | 132 | Introductory Nutrition |
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- The Kinesiology Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 2.5 | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy |
KIN | 201 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
Complete one of the following: | ||
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HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics if Statistics course taken is not GE approved
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" or better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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NUTR | 132 | Introductory Nutrition |
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- The Kinesiology Department for more information on this major.
Nursing BSN Basic is a highly impacted program.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following. Applicants must submit a separate program application to the School of Nursing. In reviewing applications, a personal profile is developed for each applicant based on GPA in pre–requisite courses and the General Assessment Test. The largest weight in the profile is derived from the pre–requisite science courses GPA, with typical courses being 3.25 or higher and no grades below “C.” Applicants with the highest profile scores are selected for admission. The number of applicants who can be admitted is limited by space availability. It is anticipated that about 72 students will be admitted each fall and spring from hundreds of applications. Additional information about the admissions review process and statistics on those accepted to the major is available on the School of Nursing website.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.25
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0 | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology Lecture & Lab (4 semester units minimum) |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy Lecture & Lab (4 semester units minimum) |
BIOL | 201 | Microbiology Lecture & Lab (General Microbiology for Health Professionals/ 4 semester units minimum) |
CHEM | 140 | General, Inorganic, Organic or Intergrated (with associated lab if required at the institution where the course was taken) |
Complete one of the following: | ||
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HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
Applicants must complete a General Assessment Test given by the School of Nursing
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The Nursing Department for more information on this major.
Nursing Registered Nurses is a highly impacted program.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following. Applicants must submit a separate program application to the School of Nursing.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.75
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 207 | Human Physiology Lecture & Lab (4 semester units minimum) |
BIOL | 208 | Human Anatomy Lecture & Lab (4 semester units minimum) |
BIOL | 201 | Microbiology Lecture & Lab (General Microbiology for Health Professionals) |
CHEM | 140 | General, Inorganic, Organic or Intergrated (with associated lab if required at the institution where the course was taken) |
Complete one of the following: | ||
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HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
STAT | 118 | Intro Business Statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
Accredited Associate Degree in Nursing and RN license
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The Nursing Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Complete one of the following major preparation courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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REC | 141 or 225 | Introduction to Leisure Services or Programming Recreation Activities |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Explore:
- The Recreation and Leisure Studies Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following:
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.4
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses | Course Number | Course Title |
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PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" or better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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REC | 141or 225 | Introduction to Leisure Services or Programming Recreation Activities |
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- The Recreation and Leisure Studies Department for more information on this major.
Social Work is a highly impacted program.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following. Applicants must submit a separate program application to the School of Social Work by March 1st for the upcoming fall semester. The application includes statements of biographical and educational background and a description of community and/or social work experience. In addition, each applicant must submit two letters of reference, one academic and one professional. Eligible applicants will be selected for admission on a space-available basis based on review of the entire application packet. View the BASW sequence of course information on our website for more information.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Please note: Applications are only accepted for the Fall Semester to this program.
Major Preparation Courses
Department | Course Number | Course Title |
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BIOL | 205 | Human Biology |
BIOL | 207 & 208 | Human Physiology & Human Anatomy |
Department | Course Number | Course Title |
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PSY | 100 | General Psychology |
Department | Course Number | Course Title |
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HDEV | 190 | Elementary Statistics |
STAT | 108 | Statistics for Everyday Life |
PSY | 110 | Elementary Statistics |
SOC | 170 | Elementary Statistics; or another course in statistics |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics, if Statistics course taken above is not GE approved
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The Social Work Department for more information on this major.
To be considered for admission to the major, applicants must demonstrate the following.
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.5
- Minimum lower division preparation (grade of C or better required)
Major Preparation Courses must be completed with a minimum GPA of 3.0 | Course Number | Course Title |
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GENERAL ED LIFE SCIENCE COURSE |
Category B2/B3 | General Biology & Lab or Human Biology & Lab Recommended |
GENERAL ED PHYSICAL SCIENCE COURSE |
Category B1/B3 | Physical Science Course (Chem 100- ChemistryToday's World; or PHYS 100A - General Physics are recommended) |
SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSE | See Course Titles | (ANTH 120 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology; or PSY 100 - General Psychology; or SOC 100 - Principles of Sociology are recommended) |
STATISTICS COURSE | Any STAT | Any STAT Courses |
Required General Education courses not covered by major preparation courses:
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
Additional Lower Division Preparation Required for CSULB Students (Grade of "C" or better) | Course Number | Course Title |
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SLP | 261 | Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism |
SLP | 271 | Phonetics |
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The Department of Speech-Language Pathology for more information on this major.