About This Course
StraighterLine's ACE-recommended Microbiology (BIO250) is a 3-credit course focused on microbiology for healthcare: pathogenic microorganisms and human disease, immunology, symptoms and treatment of infection, and prevention. Includes OpenStax eTextbook (Nina Parker et al., Microbiology, 2024) at no extra cost. Fourteen checkpoints cover prokaryotes, eukaryotes, viruses, metabolism, genetics, antimicrobial control, epidemiology, host defenses, and infectious diseases of skin, respiratory, GI, and genitourinary systems. Assignments include 4 Benchmarks, 1 Midterm Benchmark, 1 Cumulative Benchmark, and a closed-book final exam (scientific/graphing calculator allowed). Taught by Jenilyn Mulkey (MS, MLS). No prerequisites. 99% average pass rate, ~28-day average completion, transferred 6,800+ times with $7.5M+ in tuition savings. ACE Credit recommended (OOSL-0047); credits transfer to 3,000+ colleges.
What You'll Learn
- Build a coherent understanding of core topics through structured lessons
- Apply concepts to realistic scenarios you may see on exams or on the job
- Practice with feedback-oriented assessments aligned to college-level rigor
- Access multimedia lessons and materials suitable for flexible online study
About StraighterLine
StraighterLine offers ACE-recommended online college courses starting at $79. Credits transfer to 3,000+ colleges and universities nationwide, with guaranteed transfer to 180+ partner schools. Self-paced with 24/7 tutoring and free transcript delivery.
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