{"id":407,"date":"2023-01-27T08:07:31","date_gmt":"2023-01-27T16:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hwbas-dev\/?page_id=407"},"modified":"2024-08-28T14:15:51","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T21:15:51","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapsibles accordion\" id=\"accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_cda80344-00a9-4d2f-835a-80e4b84af29f\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_cda80344-00a9-4d2f-835a-80e4b84af29f\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_cda80344-00a9-4d2f-835a-80e4b84af29f\">I have some college coursework at other schools outside of Bellevue College, can those credits be used by the Health Promotion and Education BAS program?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_cda80344-00a9-4d2f-835a-80e4b84af29f\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_cda80344-00a9-4d2f-835a-80e4b84af29f\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>It is possible that some credits from other colleges can be used for our program, but you will need to go through the transfer credit process at Bellevue College in order for us to make a full determination on what can be used. This process can take several weeks so we recommend you get started early. You will need to first enroll as a student at Bellevue College through general admission, complete a Credit Review Request form, and submit official college transcripts to our enrollment services department. Learn more about the process by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/admissions-aid\/getting-started\/transfer\/\"><strong>Transfer to Bellevue College<\/strong><\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_00c68dd2-1e5b-43e9-8c31-0b85860da26a\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_00c68dd2-1e5b-43e9-8c31-0b85860da26a\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_00c68dd2-1e5b-43e9-8c31-0b85860da26a\">How can I join the Health Promotion and Education BAS program?<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_00c68dd2-1e5b-43e9-8c31-0b85860da26a\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_00c68dd2-1e5b-43e9-8c31-0b85860da26a\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>This program is selective admissions. This means that you will need to apply and be admitted into the program. You will want to complete the prerequisite requirements and as much as the co-requisite requirements as possible. Check out our prerequisite and co-requisite planning worksheet. If you have any coursework taken at other schools you will need to transfer that credit to Bellevue College first. You will also want to attend one of our in-person or online information sessions, or check out our self-guided virtual information session to learn more about our program. You can also schedule an appointment with an advisor by emailing <a href=\"mailto:hpm@bellevuecollege.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hpm@bellevuecollege.edu<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_81e062df-633d-4607-9e21-b80ab823cbd4\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_81e062df-633d-4607-9e21-b80ab823cbd4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_81e062df-633d-4607-9e21-b80ab823cbd4\">What are the prerequisite requirements of the program?&nbsp;<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_81e062df-633d-4607-9e21-b80ab823cbd4\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_81e062df-633d-4607-9e21-b80ab823cbd4\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ENGL&amp;101 -English Composition (5 Credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>40 credits of Health Science, Wellness, or Business-related coursework by the time of admissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passed the above classes with a grade of 2.0 (C) or higher. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is recommended you complete as many of the co-requisite requirements by the time you apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_c29bce45-0bd6-47ff-8ae4-d79ed6c5ebcb\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_c29bce45-0bd6-47ff-8ae4-d79ed6c5ebcb\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_c29bce45-0bd6-47ff-8ae4-d79ed6c5ebcb\">When can I apply to the program?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_c29bce45-0bd6-47ff-8ae4-d79ed6c5ebcb\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_c29bce45-0bd6-47ff-8ae4-d79ed6c5ebcb\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Our application cycle starts in mid-April of each year and ends at the end of July. If you apply and are admitted into the program you will start in Fall quarter. Every Fall quarter, we have an incoming cohort of students.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_329ac56f-88d4-4d09-af51-121ea02698bd\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_329ac56f-88d4-4d09-af51-121ea02698bd\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_329ac56f-88d4-4d09-af51-121ea02698bd\">How do I apply to the program?<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_329ac56f-88d4-4d09-af51-121ea02698bd\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_329ac56f-88d4-4d09-af51-121ea02698bd\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/how-to-apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Admissions<\/a> page that has all the instructions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_9477f0c6-b79f-4a15-a627-c3215122969e\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_9477f0c6-b79f-4a15-a627-c3215122969e\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_9477f0c6-b79f-4a15-a627-c3215122969e\">What can I do to make myself a more competitive candidate when applying?<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_9477f0c6-b79f-4a15-a627-c3215122969e\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_9477f0c6-b79f-4a15-a627-c3215122969e\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete all prerequisite requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete all co-requisite requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete at least 50 hours of community service or volunteer experience. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarize yourself with the application requirements and the essays that you need to submit. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain a better understanding of the program and all the requirements by asking questions, attend our information session, and schedule meetings with  the program chair and program manager.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_768b171c-5713-4a09-9dec-99cf08c3a65f\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_768b171c-5713-4a09-9dec-99cf08c3a65f\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_768b171c-5713-4a09-9dec-99cf08c3a65f\">What is the tuition cost and where do I learn about financial aid options?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_768b171c-5713-4a09-9dec-99cf08c3a65f\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_768b171c-5713-4a09-9dec-99cf08c3a65f\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tuition rates and more detailed information can be found on the Bellevue College\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/admissions-aid\/tuition-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tuition &amp; Fees website<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There may be financial aid options available for students such as grants, loans, and scholarships. you can learn more on the\u202f<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/admissions-aid\/financial-aid\/\" target=\"_blank\">Financial Aid website.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_90b8d35c-01a3-4111-9e78-079846f8d20c\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_90b8d35c-01a3-4111-9e78-079846f8d20c\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_90b8d35c-01a3-4111-9e78-079846f8d20c\">Will this program work with my full-time work schedule?&nbsp;<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_90b8d35c-01a3-4111-9e78-079846f8d20c\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_90b8d35c-01a3-4111-9e78-079846f8d20c\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Most courses in this program are either in a Hybrid or Online modality. Hybrid courses have both in-person and online coursework. Generally, courses within our program are scheduled between 4-9 p.m. on Wednesday evenings to help balance with student\u2019s work schedules. Students also have the option of completing the program on a Full-Time or Part-Time schedule.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_2ebc1c90-2a9c-4992-a4b3-c45a8f494f2b\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_2ebc1c90-2a9c-4992-a4b3-c45a8f494f2b\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_2ebc1c90-2a9c-4992-a4b3-c45a8f494f2b\">Is this the program I should enroll in to become a physical education teacher?<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_2ebc1c90-2a9c-4992-a4b3-c45a8f494f2b\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_2ebc1c90-2a9c-4992-a4b3-c45a8f494f2b\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>No. Typically public K-12 teacher applicants must &#8220;Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with endorsements in health\/fitness or physical education and health.&#8221; Students must attend colleges with teaching credential programs that have approved health\/fitness focuses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_e9dd007a-06d3-46b6-b9ef-deefa81302fd\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_e9dd007a-06d3-46b6-b9ef-deefa81302fd\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_e9dd007a-06d3-46b6-b9ef-deefa81302fd\">Do you offer information sessions about the Health Promotion and Education BAS program?<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_e9dd007a-06d3-46b6-b9ef-deefa81302fd\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_e9dd007a-06d3-46b6-b9ef-deefa81302fd\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Yes. We have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/information-sessions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">self-guided, virtual, information session<\/a> or you can register to attend one of our future live information sessions. We offer them either in an online or in-person format. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/information-sessions\/\">register online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_7a3f3f6a-c91d-40f1-83c4-7ce6ff979957\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_7a3f3f6a-c91d-40f1-83c4-7ce6ff979957\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_7a3f3f6a-c91d-40f1-83c4-7ce6ff979957\">Can international students apply to your program? <\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_7a3f3f6a-c91d-40f1-83c4-7ce6ff979957\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_7a3f3f6a-c91d-40f1-83c4-7ce6ff979957\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Yes. International Students will first need to reach out to the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/iegi\/\" target=\"_blank\">International Education and Global Initiatives Office<\/a>. They will have you meet with one of their advisors to help guide you through the rules and requirements for international students to attend Bellevue College.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-collapse card bg-default\"><div class=\"card-header\" id=\"heading_eae4db52-d938-4c07-a209-1cd9615bb0ea\"><h2 class=\"mb-0\"><button class=\"btn collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapse_eae4db52-d938-4c07-a209-1cd9615bb0ea\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse_eae4db52-d938-4c07-a209-1cd9615bb0ea\">Can I take a course within the program before being admitted into Health Promotion and Education BAS?<\/button><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"collapse_eae4db52-d938-4c07-a209-1cd9615bb0ea\" class=\"collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"heading_eae4db52-d938-4c07-a209-1cd9615bb0ea\" data-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion_c8f3dcac-e77e-4ed9-9944-bf32094b92a8\"><div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>There are a limited number of courses that a student will be allowed to take. You can learn more about this on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/enrolling-in-a-course-prior-to-being-admitted\/\">Enrolling in a Course Prior to Being Admitted<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I have some college coursework at other schools outside of Bellevue College, can those credits be used by the Health Promotion and Education BAS program?&nbsp;&nbsp; It is possible that some credits from other colleges can be used for our program, but you will need to go through the transfer credit process at Bellevue College in <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/frequently-asked-questions\/\">...more about Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":626,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"class_list":["post-407","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/407","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/626"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=407"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/407\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":850,"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/407\/revisions\/850"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=407"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}