Health Sciences 1 + 1 Programs | Greenville Technical College

WHY DOES GTC OFFER 1 + 1 HEALTH PROGRAMS?

Often, different colleges choose to offer certain degrees based on the need for a specific type of skill in a particular area. Over time, the market shifts in those locations and needs change. This is a challenge for colleges because establishing a health program can be very expensive - building facilities, purchasing equipment, hiring qualified faculty, etc. Students also face the added expense of traveling great distances just because a college that's close to home isn't equipped to offer their degree of choice. That's where 1 + 1 can help everyone.

HOW DOES A 1 + 1 PROGRAM WORK?

Associate degree programs are typically designed with most general education courses required in the first year of study, and advanced courses and clinical rotations required during the second year. In the 1 + 1 program, you'll complete your required general education courses at your home college and then attend Greenville Technical College for more advanced classes. Formal agreements between your local college and Greenville Technical College ensure that the courses you take during your first year will apply to your associate degree.

Whenever possible, you'll complete any clinical requirements close to home.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A 1 + 1 PROGRAM?

Programs that are designed in a 1 + 1 format offer many benefits.

For the student:

Take classes close to home, while taking advantage of top-quality instruction for advanced courses
Complete clinical rotations close to home for more of an opportunity to secure employment and give back to their own communities

For the college and community:

Colleges see more diversity in their student populations for a greater learning experience for all and graduates become skilled professionals able to serve a much wider geographic area.
Communities and employees experience graduates returning to their communities without having to bear the expense of a quality degree program. It's truly a win-win-win for everyone.

WHICH COLLEGES PARTICIPATE?

Physical Therapist Assistant
Florence-Darlington Technical College

York Technical College

WHO DO I CONTACT ABOUT THE PROGRAM?

For more information, contact your local community or technical college and set up an appointment to speak with an advisor in the health sciences. If your local college doesn't offer the health program for the career you've chosen, contact Greenville Technical College to be sure you sign up for the general education courses required for that major. A lot of information is available on the colleges' websites, but we recommend a face-to-face advising session before registration.

Monthly Career Talk sessions are offered at Greenville Technical College for students considering a career in health care.

School of Health Sciences Academic Advisors

Nichole Canty
(864) 250-8365

Lori Stepp
(864) 250-8010

Robert Walker
(864) 250-8421