General Studies: Health Sciences Specialization, A.S. - Discontinued Fall 2023

Location(s): AL, AN, LO, MA, WO

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Discontinued Fall 2023

CIP Code: 24.0102

NOVA Code: 6995

Purpose: The academic foundation in this degree will allow students to continue their education by applying to a competitive program at the Medical Education Campus or prepare for entry to a variety of allied health or health sciences baccalaureate programs. Students should consult an academic advisor in selecting electives to this curriculum.

Transfer Information: Since four-year colleges can vary in their course and GPA requirements for a health science major, please consult a counselor or an academic advisor regarding specific requirements and course selection.

Recommended Preparation: Satisfactory completion of the following high school units or equivalent: 4 units of English; 2 units of mathematics (algebra and geometry); 1 unit of laboratory science; and 1 unit of social studies.

Two Years

1st Semester

Total 14 credits

2nd Semester

Total 15-17 credits

3rd Semester

Total 15 credits

4th Semester

Total 16 credits

Total Credits for A.S. General Studies Health Sciences Specialization: 60-62 credits

¹May substitute HLT 141 but must add transfer elective if total degree credits do not equal at least 60.

²May substitute CST 100, CST 110, CST 126, if it is advisable to do so.

³Requirement may be met by a General Education course or the following: BIO 150, CHM 241, CHM 245, CST 229, DIT 121, HLT 110, HLT 230 , ITE 152, PSY 240, RAD 105, or RTH 120,

⁴Requirement may be met by an appropriate course from the General Education Electives.