Health Sciences HS.S.AAS
Associate of Applied Science - 64 - 68 Credit Hours
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Allied Health
Effective as of Fall 2016
What is the program about?
The associate of applied science degree in Health Sciences provides students with a general degree in the health science field. Students with technical certificates or college credits in allied health courses can apply their credits toward the AAS. Graduates will be able to enter a health-related field, or continue their education toward a Bachelor's of Science degree at a four-year university. Note: For students under age 18 there may be restrictions on participating in certain Health Sciences programs. Any student under age 18 must contact the program director/department chair to discuss whether he or she may enroll.Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate an appreciation for, and a knowledge of, interrelationships among allied health disciplines.
- Recognize and articulate an understanding of various cultures as they relate to healthcare.
- Apply effective skills in the area of communication, analysis, evaluation, critical thinking and problem-solving in healthcare.
- Demonstrate professional behaviors and attitudes consistent with those in the healthcare professions.
- Assess community/public health needs and identify strategies for increasing the health of a population.
Transferability
Formal articulation agreements with other colleges and universities indicate how Sinclair programs and courses will transfer to other institutions.
Credentials
State Tested Nurse Aide, Certified Clinical Phlebotomist, Certified EKG Tech, Certified Pharmacy Technician
Curriculum
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ALH 1101 | Introduction to Healthcare Delivery | 2 |
| ALH 1102 | Basic Healthcare Practices & Medical Scribe | 3 |
| ENG 1101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 1201 | English Composition II | 3 |
| PSY 1100 | General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SCC 1101 | First Year Experience | 1 |
| Ohio Transfer 36: Arts & Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| MAT 1130 (Allied Health Mathematics) OR MAT 1450 (Introductory Statistics) OR MAT 1470 (College Algebra) | 3 - 4 | |
| CHE 1111 (Introduction to Chemistry I) OR CHE 1211 (General Chemistry I) OR CHE 1311 (College Chemistry I) | 4 - 5 | |
| BIO 1121 (Human Anatomy & Physiology I) AND BIO 1222 (Human Anatomy & Physiology II) OR BIO 1141 (Principles of Anatomy & Physiology I) AND BIO 1242 (Principles of Anatomy & Physiology II) | 6 - 8 | |
| COM 2206 (Interpersonal Communication) OR COM 2211 (Effective Public Speaking) OR COM 2225 (Small Group Communication) | 3 | |
| Technical Electives | 27 |
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This information is for planning purposes only. Sinclair College will make every effort to offer curriculum listed above but reserves the right to change, add and cancel curriculum offerings for unforeseen circumstances.