Lab Science

Overview

Lab science courses include lecture and an experiential, hands-on lab component using lab kits that academically align with standard, face-to-face lab courses. These online health science courses are intended to help you complete science prerequisites as required by your chosen academic program. It is your responsibility to determine whether these courses are required prerequisites for the academic program you intend to pursue, and whether your selected program will accept the transfer credit.

PLEASE NOTE: BHMT will use your available KP tuition reimbursement funds for eligible tuition, fees and materials expenses. If available tuition reimbursement funds are not sufficient to cover expenses, BHMT will cover the remainder at no cost to you.

CSUSM

Classes Offered:

Online Learning Readiness Quiz
This Online Learning Readiness Quiz provided by CSUSM is a tool that can help you determine how ready you are for online learning. It’s a brief quiz with immediate results.

Student orientation
Students are required to attend a Student Orientation (to be scheduled a few weeks prior to the course start date). Once registered students will receive an email with orientation details.

Course Transfer of Credit
It is your responsibility to explore the transferability of your course(s) with the school and academic program you intend to pursue.

CSUSM FAQs (Click here to expand this section)

Who is eligible to take these courses?

These classes are open to BHMT bargaining unit members employed at Kaiser Permanente in ALL REGIONS who are eligible to receive benefits from the Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust and Tuition Reimbursement program.

Is this course only for BHMT participants in the California region?

This course provided by California State University San Marcos Extended Learning is open to all regions.

CAN I TAKE MORE THAN ONE CLASS AT A TIME?

No, if you are already enrolled in a Lab Science class, you will not be able to enroll in additional Lab Science courses.

What healthcare academic programs may require this course?

Nursing and Allied Health programs may require this prerequisite course. Allied Health professions encompass a wide range of occupations that support healthcare. Allied Heath career paths that may require this course include, Medical Lab Technologist, Clinical Lab Scientist, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. It is your responsibility to check with the school and academic program you intend to pursue to determine whether this course is required.

How do I learn the course lecture material without online live lectures?

The instructor has defined the course material you will need to learn for each topic. You will have required reading and access to recorded lectures. There are online study tools to read, view, listen to, and interact with to help you learn the content. The instructor is also available to assist you.

How do I know if I am enrolled?

You will receive a confirmation email from CSUSM welcoming you to the course and providing you with further instruction of how to log on and review the course orientation.

What is the best way to interact with the instructor?

You can reach the instructor by email and/or phone. Instructor contact information will be provided to students.

How will I get oriented to the course technology?

The Practice Course is provided to help you navigate CSUSM online platform. There are also student resources available on CSUSM online platform that will provide instructions on how to contact CSUSM tech support.

What happens if I need to drop out of the course?

If you do not drop the course within the first 2 weeks from the start of class, your BHMT account will be suspended for 1 year. If you need assistance, contact your instructor and BHMT Career Counselor. If you find that your circumstances prevent you from remaining in the course, you will need to let the instructor and BHMT know.

Academic
Calendar

2018 CSUSM Academic Calendar

SESSIONS

SPRING SESSION

January 22 – May 11, 2018

last day to drop and not receive a “W”: Feb 2

last day to drop and receive a “W”: Feb 16

Finals week: May 12 – 17, 2018

FALL SESSION

August 27 – December 10, 2018

last day to drop and not receive a “W”: Sept. 10

last day to drop and receive a “W”: Sept. 21

Finals week: December 10 – 15, 2018

LAPU

Classes Offered:

LAPU FAQs (Click here to expand this section)

HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM ENROLLED?

You will receive a confirmation email welcoming you to the course and providing you with further instruction of how to log on and review the course orientation.

CAN I TAKE MORE THAN ONE CLASS AT A TIME?

No, if you are already enrolled in a Lab Science class, you will not be able to enroll in additional Lab Science courses.

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO INTERACT WITH THE INSTRUCTOR?

You can reach the instructor by email and/or phone. Instructor contact information will be provided to students.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO DROP OUT OF THE COURSE?

If you do not drop the course by the institutions 1st drop date, your Trust account may be suspended for 1 year. If you need assistance, contact your instructor and BHMT Career Development Coach. If you find that your circumstances prevent you from remaining in the course, you will need to let the instructor and BHMT know.

WHO WOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

You may email, bhmt@kp.org or call 1-844-377-7849

HOW DO I LEARN THE COURSE LECTURE MATERIAL WITHOUT ONLINE LIVE LECTURES?

WHAT ARE MY RESPONSIBILITIES?

Please sign up only if you are committed to completing the class. Completion is of high importance! Grades are given. You must receive a C or better to be eligible for most regional tuition reimbursement programs.

WHO ARE THESE COURSES FOR?

These courses are open to all BHMT participants in all regions (all residents of Maryland and Washington D.C. are NOT eligible at this time).

Academic
Calendar

OCC

Classes Offered:

OCC FAQs (Click here to expand this section)

HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM ENROLLED?

You will receive a confirmation email welcoming you to the course and providing you with further instruction of how to log on and review the course orientation.

CAN I TAKE MORE THAN ONE CLASS AT A TIME?

No, if you are already enrolled in a Lab Science class, you will not be able to enroll in additional Lab Science courses.

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO INTERACT WITH THE INSTRUCTOR?

You can reach the instructor by email and/or phone. Instructor contact information will be provided to students.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO DROP OUT OF THE COURSE?

WHO WOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

You may email, bhmt@kp.org or call 1-844-377-7849

HOW DO I LEARN THE COURSE LECTURE MATERIAL WITHOUT ONLINE LIVE LECTURES?

WHAT ARE MY RESPONSIBILITIES?

WHO ARE THESE COURSES FOR?

These courses are open to all BHMT participants in all regions.

Academic
Calendar

Ben U Academic FAQs (Click here to expand this section)

Can I use my Education Leave?

Talk with your department manager and union steward about how you can best use your Education Leave.

What happens if I have exhausted my tuition reimbursement benefits? Would I still be eligible to take this course?

The BHMT will recover tuition reimbursement eligible expenses to the maximum available. Should an individual not have sufficient funds to cover the expenses or should the classes exceed the regional maximum, the BHMT will bear the expense.

ELIGIBILITY

COMPUTER

You must be a KP Union Alliance or Coalition Employee with “active” KP employment status.
You must have completed your probationary period.
You must be a BHMT eligible part-time or full-time KP benefited employee.

High speed Internet connection.
Preferred PC Browser
Firefox
Mac Browser & Other PC Browsers
Safari 6
Internet Explorer 8 or above (IE 11 preferred)
Chrome

Check your computer browser version.
Review the Student Resources for Online and Face-to-Face Courses to ensure you have the technology requirements to be successful in your course. Your instructor might require other software in your courses. Check the syllabus or with your instructor at the start of the semester about the specific technological requirements of each course.

Unsuccessful Course Completion and Dropped Class Policy
Ben U programs require your time and effort on a consistent basis as well as communicating if you are having difficulty or a conflict in time. Should you not complete your program successfully with a ‘C’ or better, or drop the course by the institution’s first drop date, you will not be able to participate in any Trust program for a period of twelve months.