Allied Health Professions

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Allied Health Professions (AHP) offers flexibility in tailoring the curriculum to suit the individual academic and career objectives of each student. This program entails the completion of a range between 61-64 semester credit hours, comprising 15 hours of general education requirements and 49 hours allocated to healthcare-related occupation courses. These areas of concentration encompass comprehensive healthcare programs that underscore both the theoretical foundations and practical applications crucial for successful entry into the healthcare workforce. Upon graduation, students will possess a solid foundation and relevant skills to excel in various healthcare

roles. By working closely with a faculty advisor, students can strategically select courses from specific areas of concentration that align with their desired career trajectory in the healthcare field.

Employment Opportunities

As the demand for healthcare positions rises, the necessity of customizing coursework to match a student's academic and career objectives grows more significant. The Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Professions offers a foundational education suitable for various roles across diverse healthcare fields. These may encompass practical nursing, neuromuscular studies, and other health-related programs that can supplement a student's occupational interests. This degree is designed to concentrate on key high-demand areas within the state's healthcare sector.

Admissions Criteria

  • Submit a completed application and application fee;
  • Be at least 16 years of age;
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
  • Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
  • Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra
Accuplacer 64 70 NA 57
Accuplacer (Next Gen) 236 249 NA 245
Compass 79 62 NA 37
SAT 17 17 NA 21
SAT 290 290 NA 380
ACT 16 14 NA 17
ASSET 42 41 39 42
PSAT 17 17 NA 21
GED NA 145 NA 145

Curriculum

Program Courses

General Education Core (15 Credits)

Area I – Language Arts/Communication (3 Credits)

ENGL 1101Composition and Rhetoric

3

Area II – Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 Credits) - Select One

PSYC 1101Introductory Psychology

3

SOCI 1101Introduction to Sociology

3

Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics (3 Credits) - Select One

MATH 1101Mathematical Modeling

3

MATH 1103Quantitative Skills & Reasoning

3

MATH 1111College Algebra

3

Area IV – Humanities/Fine Arts (3 Credits) - Select One

ARTS 1101Art Appreciation

3

ENGL 2130American Literature

3

HUMN 1101Introduction to Humanities

3

MUSC 1101Music Appreciation

3

General Education Core Electives (3 Credits) - Select One

SOCI 1101Introduction to Sociology

3

SPCH 1101Public Speaking

3

Occupational Courses - Practical Nursing (49 credit hours)

PNSG 1600Introduction to Pharmacology and Clinical Calculations

3

PNSG 1605Fundamentals

6

PNSG 1610Adult Health Nursing I

6

PNSG 1615Adult Health Nursing II

6

PNSG 1620Adult Health Nursing III

6

PNSG 1625Adult Health Nursing IV

6

PNSG 1630Mental Health Nursing

4

PNSG 1635Maternal Nursing

4

PNSG 1640Pediatric Nursing

3

PNSG 1645Practical Nursing Capstone

5

Program Costs

Tuition: ($107 per credit hour) $6,848

Fees: ($410 per semester) $1,640

Books/Supplies:

Uniform Costs:

Liability Insurance:

Hepatitis B Series:

Criminal Background Check:

Licensure/Certification Exam:

(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)