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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
Health Sciences (Broad Field) Degree, AS
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Total Credits: 60
Major Code: 5250
Program Description
The Associate of Science (AS) in Health Sciences degree program is designed to be broad and provide a general background for students interested in health sciences but have not yet decided which specific healthcare field they intend to pursue at the upper-division level. For assistance in program planning, or to explore additional transfer options, students should schedule a time to meet with an academic advisor. This degree may transfer in part or in its entirety to baccalaureate institutions. Students should meet with a representative of the transfer institution when planning their program.
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Program Requirements: 46-48 credits
Program Electives: 12-14 credits
Choose remaining electives with an emphasis on the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Areas 5 and 10 to fulfill the 60-credit requirement.
Program Goals
By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning goals:
- Students will develop as writers and speakers who use the English language effectively and who read, write, speak, and listen critically;
- Students will develop capacity to identify, discuss and reflect upon social and behavioral issues;
- Students will demonstrate comprehension of human and biological systems;
- Students will increase knowledge about mathematical and logical modes of thinking; and
- Students will improve their awareness and understanding of health, wellness and liberal arts.
Developmental Courses
Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics, or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.
Completion Requirements
- A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
- A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
- Satisfy residency requirements.
- Completion of specific degree requirements.
- To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
- The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.
Note
This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on anokaramsey.edu.
You are encouraged to contact an academic advisor at 763-433-1230 for course planning assistance, information about transfer credit evaluation, and transfer options.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator and a member of Minnesota State. Disclaimer, Non-Discrimination Statement, and Student Consumer Information, such as graduation rates and median debt, can be found here: AnokaRamsey.edu/disclosures.
This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling the Minnesota Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-627-3529.
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