Introduction to Statistical Methods for Life and Health Sciences
Introduction to Statistical Methods for Life and Health Sciences
This introductory course for pre-health and pre-medical students covers the presentation and interpretation of data, descriptive statistics, and introduction to correlation, regression, and basic statistical inference.
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Spring 2026 Schedule
Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: April 05, 2026 11:59PM PST. Internet access required. Materials required.
Summer 2026 Schedule
Not open for credit to students with credit for STATS 10, 11, 12 or 14.
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2026 11:59 PM. Last day to drop: July 6, 2025 11:59PM. Last day to transfer: June 29, 2025 11:59PM. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
This course applies toward the following programs
Post-Baccalaureate in Pre-Nursing Studies
Complete rigorous math and science courses to prepare to apply for accelerated undergraduate nursing programs or entry-level M.S. studies.
Pre-Medical and General Science Studies
Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.