This program prepares students to transfer into a health care profession program offered at a community college or a four year institution.  These fields include nursing, respiratory therapy, radiological science, physical therapy, occupational health, dental assistant, and dental hygiene.  The degree provides basic knowledge in chemistry, microbiology, human anatomy, and human physiology. These are the common prerequisites for community college and university allied health majors.

The Associate in Science can be obtained by completing the 18-19-unit major, general education, and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses within the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or P if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and function of the major organ systems of the human body.

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of the normal physiological functions of the organ systems and explain how disturbances of normal physiological functions lead to metabolic and physiological disorders (clinical applications).

🗸 Demonstrate knowledge of how microorganisms interact with the human body and describe how these interactions lead to health or human disease