Chemistry (ACS/Pre-Medicine/Pre-Dentistry), B.S.

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

The FAMU Department of Chemistry is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS) to offer the BS Chemistry degree with ACS certification. ACS is one of the largest scientific organizations in the world and it is the standard for chemical education. Our curriculum is designed to equip graduates with a thorough knowledge of the chemical sciences. Our Student Academic and Professional Development (SAPD) series provides a comprehensive and cumulative assessment of the curriculum with verbal reasoning and standardized exam (MCAT, PA-CAT, DAT) preparation integrated in the four years. Majors are equipped with the academic and professional skills needed for success after receiving their degree, whether it be immediate employment, graduate school or professional school.Those skills include but are not limited to the following:Critical Thinking/Problem SolvingProfessional Conduct & EthicsTeamwork & CollaborationInformation ManagementLaboratory SafetySystems ThinkingCommunicationThese skills and our program provide our graduates with an opportunity to do well on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), Physician Assistant College Admission Test (PA-CAT), Dental Admission Test (DAT) and gain admittance to medical school, physician assistant school or dental school.Our Chemistry/Pre-Medicine & Pre-Dentistry program prepares majors for admission to medical school, physician assistant school and dental school. These schools prepare students to become physicians, physician assistants, medical scientists and dentists.Physicians diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses and address health maintenance.Physician assistants examine, diagnose, and treat patients under the supervision of a physician.Medical scientists conduct research aimed at improving overall human health.Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.

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