Associate of Science in Health Science
Program Type: Associate of Science
Description: The Associate of Science (AS) degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. Students working toward the Associate of Science in Health Science degree will complete essential core requirements and electives designed to give them a strong foundation in the health science curriculum, along with the professional skills to pursue a career in their area of specialization. Students pursuing an AS should meet with a success coach or an advisor to discuss specific course options based on the student's area of interest and their selected four-year institution. View job opportunities and salary information at https://www.angelina.edu/health-science/
Recommended Course Sequence
First Semester |
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Course |
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Term 1 | ||||
ENGL | 1301 | 3 | ||
HIST | 1301 | 3 | ||
MATH | 1314 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
BIOL | 2401 | 4 | ||
EDUC/PSYC | 1300 | Learning Framework or STSU 0300 + SPCH 13XX Student Success and Speech | 3 | |
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| Total Hours | 16 | |
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First Year Second Semester |
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Term 1 | ||||
BIOL | 2402 | 4 | ||
ENGL | 1302 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
HIST | 1302 | 3 | ||
PSYC | 2301 | 3 | ||
XXXX | X3XX | Creative Arts Core Choose from ARTS 1301, DRAM 1310, MUSI 1306, or MUSI 1310 | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 16 | ||
Second Year First Semester |
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Term 1 | ||||
PHED | 1304 | 3 | ||
GOVT | 2305 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
PSYC | 2314 | 3 | ||
XXXX | X3XX* | Language, Philosophy, and Culture Core Choose from ENGL 2322, 2323, 2327, 2328 2332, 2333, 2341, 2351, SPAN 2311, or 2312; HIST 2311, or 2312 | 3 | |
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| Total Hours | 16 | |
Second Year Second Semester |
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Term 1 | ||||
GOVT | 2306 | 3 | ||
BIOL | 1322 | 3 | ||
Term 2 | ||||
HITT | 1305* | 3 | ||
SOCI | 1301 | 3 | ||
Full Term | ||||
CHEM | 1411 | 4 | ||
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| Total Hours | 12 | |
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| Total Hours for Degree | 60 | |
* Check with the receiving institution for specific degree requirements.
Program Learning Outcomes
After completing an Associate of Science in Health Science degree, students will be able to:
PLO 1: Demonstrate the relationship of structure and function to support the understanding of anatomy, physiology, health and disease.
PLO 2: Evaluate data and research to make informed decisions that promote health and address dietary-related health issues.
PLO 3: Critically evaluate evidence and make informed decisions using the scientific method.
Courses Measuring the Achievement of Program Learning Outcomes | ||||
Courses | PLO 1 | PLO 2 | PLO 3 | PLO 4 |
BIOL 2401 and BIOL 2402 | X | |||
BIOL 1322 | X | |||
CHEM 1411 | X | |||