Associate of Science in Health Sciences(AS)

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Degree Type
Associate of Science
Program
Health Professions

Curriculum Objectives 

  • Incorporate fundamental knowledge of chemistry, physics, anatomy and physiology, microbiology and pathophysiology in differentiating between normal and abnormal human functioning.
  • Relate published research findings in the areas of natural sciences to current issues and trends in healthcare.
  • Utilize critical thinking to analyze and solve problems related to health sciences.
  • Demonstrate preparedness for further study in a healthcare profession and/or employment in an entry-level support position in a healthcare setting.

Degree Requirements

Students earning an Associate of Science in Health Professions: Health Sciences Major must complete a minimum of 63 credits with 30 of them in the major. All general education requirements for an Associate of Science degree as specified in the College catalog must be met.

Natural Sciences

Item #
Title
Credits
24
Sub-Total Credits
24

Social Sciences

Item #
Title
Credits
6
Sub-Total Credits
6

Humanities

Item #
Title
Credits
3
Sub-Total Credits
9

Mathematics

Item #
Title
Credits
3
Sub-Total Credits
6

Communications

Item #
Title
Credits
3
Sub-Total Credits
3

Cultural Studies

Item #
Title
Credits
3
Sub-Total Credits
3

Additional Courses

Item #
Title
Credits
3
3
Sub-Total Credits
12
Total Credits
63