The purpose of the Specialization in Health Sciences is to prepare students to transfer to four-year baccalaureate degree programs in healthcare and health sciences. Through instruction, students develop skills and knowledge in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, and several health related courses.
Employment opportunities for graduates in the Health Sciences specialization include staff positions in hospitals, medical centers, and other entry level, non-licensure healthcare fields. Graduates may transfer to a four-year college or university for bachelor degrees in such fields such as exercise science, health promotion, allied health, and health sciences.
In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, completion of General Studies program requires competency in English and Math – MDE 10 as demonstrated through direct enrollment and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required EDE and/or MDE units or the equivalent. Students are urged to become acquainted with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated, and also to consult with the Student Services Office of the community college in planning their program and selecting electives. Note the guaranteed admission and articulation agreements referenced in the Admissions section apply only to students who complete the Associate Degree.
First Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| BIO 141 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
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| ENG 111 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| PHI 220 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| PSY 230 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| SDV 100 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 13 | 3 | 14 | ||
Second Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| BIO 101 | 3 | 3 | 4 Credits | ||
| BIO 142 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
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| ENG 112 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| MTH 155 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 12 | 6 | 14 | ||
Third Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| CHM 111 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
| CST 100 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| ENG 245 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HLT 105 | 1 | 0 | 1 | ||
| HLT 140 | 2 | 0 | 2 | ||
| PSY 200 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 15 | 3 | 16 | ||
Fourth Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| BIO 150 7 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
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| ENG 246 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HLT 110 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| MTH 161 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 Credits | ||
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| SOC 200 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 15 | 3 | 16 | ||