Introduction to Biology with Lab (NR.110.208) – Online Prerequisites for Health Professions
Tuition Cost
Total: $1400 per 4 credit course
$350 per credit
Introduction to Biology with Lab (NR.110.208)
Course Description
Biology with Lab is an introduction to the core concepts of the biological sciences. Over the course of 10 weeks, the learner will develop a foundational understanding of the molecular, cellular, and evolutionary principles that comprise biology and will have the opportunity to apply them in the virtual lab portion of the course. Concepts covered include evolution, genetics, cellular structure and function, plant and animal structure and function, and ecology. This provides the foundations of biology required for more advanced science pre-requisite courses. (4 credits)
SAMPLE Course Syllabus (pdf download)
Note: This is a SAMPLE course syllabus and does not necessarily reflect the most recent version of the course syllabus. Do not order the textbook found on this sample syllabus. For further information regarding materials for this course, please visit the Prerequisite Textbook Information page.
Course Outcomes
- Describe how evolution contributes to the variety and commonality of living organisms.
- Explain how biological systems harness energy and molecular components to support growth, development, and reproduction.
- Explain the genetic basis of life including how information is stored, transmitted, and translated into proteins.
- Perform common laboratory techniques, their indications, and basic interpretation of their results.
Required Textbook and Course Materials
The custom bundle required for this course includes an electronic copy of the textbook and access to resources within Pearson+.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ONLINE PREREQUISITES
- Top-ranked Nursing School
- Affordable
- An introduction to the excellence of a Johns Hopkins education
- Health-focused perspective delivered through a facilitated teaching approach (participatory, interactive, engaging)
- Instructor led, online convenience
- 11-week format
Every nursing school has entrance requirements that are a little different, but for the most part, prerequisites for nursing school are similar. Here are prerequisites offered at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing:
- Nutrition
- Human Growth and Development Through the Lifespan
- Biostatistics
- Biochemistry with Lab * §
- Microbiology with Lab *
- Anatomy with Lab *
- Physiology with Lab *
- Chemistry with Lab * §
- Introduction to Biology with Lab * §
- Advanced Microbiology with Lab * §
* Virtual labs are accepted at Hopkins Nursing, but not everywhere. Check your university and state licensure requirements for prerequisite courses.
* § Offered but not required for the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing MSN Entry into Nursing program.
The short answer is yes! Prospective students pursuing any discipline in need of supplemental coursework can now take instructor-led, undergraduate-level prerequisites all online at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Always speak directly with the program/school at which you are applying to confirm, but our courses are designed to align with requirements for other health programs like:
- Occupational Therapy (OT)
- Physical Therapy (PT)
- Physician Assistant (PA)
- Pharmacist
- Pre-Med
Prerequisite Info Session and Virtual Classroom Tour, March 17, 2025.
Watch video demo of virtual classroom and labs.
For further information regarding required materials for all courses, please visit the Prerequisite Textbook Information page.