Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory (Specialization in Global Health Initiatives)

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

A.A. in Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory

Total program length

60 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory core

30 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory (Specialization in Global Health Initiatives) provides a foundational academic overview of pharmaceutical principles, public health frameworks, and the ethical stewardship of medical resources within diverse global populations. Students examine the intersection of pharmacological theory and community wellness through an evidence-based lens, emphasizing the role of non-clinical health education and resource distribution in humanitarian contexts. The curriculum is designed to equip students with a robust understanding of drug classification, physiological interaction, and systemic health challenges, while fostering a critical framework for service-oriented community engagement. By integrating scientific inquiry with principles of ethical leadership, the program prepares graduates to navigate the complexities of global health initiatives with a focus on compassion, integrity, and social responsibility. This program serves as a bridge for individuals seeking to apply pharmacological knowledge to service-driven environments, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the humanitarian potential inherent in health-based support systems.

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory (Specialization in Global Health Initiatives) provides students with a rigorous foundational study in pharmacological theory integrated with faith-based perspectives. The curriculum encompasses critical areas including human development, effective communication, ethical decision-making, the utilization of community resources, and the delivery of supportive service practices, preparing students to contribute meaningfully to global health initiatives through a spiritually informed lens.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 60
• Duration: 2 years
• Degree Level: Associate

General education | 18 credit hours

• Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory core | 30 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 9 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BIO101 | Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | None
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• THE101 | Foundations of Ethical Reasoning | 3 | None
• MAT150 | Applied Statistics for Health Science | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• PHRM105 | Principles of Pharmacological Theory | 4 | BIO101
• SOC120 | Global Health and Culture | 3 | None
• MIN201 | Principles of Servant Leadership | 3 | None
• PSY101 | General Psychology | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• PHRM210 | Pharmacy Law and Ethical Stewardship | 3 | PHRM105
• COM205 | Intercultural Health Communication | 3 | ENG101
• BUS220 | Nonprofit Resource Management | 3 | None
• RES200 | Research Methods for Community Initiatives | 3 | MAT150
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP299 | Global Health Integrative Capstone | 4 | RES200, PHRM210
• SOC250 | Professional Development and Career Ethics | 3 | None
• SOC240 | Social Justice and Health Policy | 3 | SOC120
• MGT210 | Leadership in Non-Clinical Settings | 3 | MIN201

Career Opportunities

• Community Health Education Assistant
• Nonprofit Outreach Coordinator
• Global Health Initiative Support Specialist
• Pharmaceutical Stewardship Administrator
• Faith-Based Community Wellness Liaison
• Public Health Advocate

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | A.A. in Faith-Based Pharmacology Theory
• Total program length | 60 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years