Associate of Science in Health Science

California Baptist University

An associate's degree in health science will equip students with a knowledge of the overarching U.S. healthcare system, including its structures, incentives and ethics.Students are taught the prerequisite natural science, behavioral science and communication courses necessary to apply to professional healthcare-related degree programs. Graduates are prepared for entry into many licensure-focused healthcare degree programs or for entry-level positions in the healthcare industry.What You'll LearnUpon completion of the A.S. in Health Science program, graduates will: Demonstrate effective communication skills, orally and in writing. Describe and compare the professional pathways within the health professions. Demonstrate the breadth of knowledge across the quantitative and scientific environments necessary to pursue further education in health programs requiring licensure. Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge of the social and cultural environments at the local, regional and global levels. Understand the impact life choices have on overall human health and apply this knowledge to maintain healthful living appropriate to the situation.