Health Science - A.S. Degree
Get Your Associate Degree in a Rapidly Growing Career Field
Health Science involves a large group of disciplines related to the health care of humans and animals. The knowledge gained and applied from these disciplines is used to improve the health of living beings. ACC can help you reach your educational goals and place you on the path to starting a career in health care. The program consists of health courses and core academic offerings geared to prepare you for transfer to a college/university.
By starting your education at ACC, obtaining your Associate’s degree, and then transferring to a four-year college or university, you will save thousands of dollars in educational costs.
Career Opportunities
Although this associate degree program does not prepare you for direct entry into a health-related career field, a number of entry level positions are including:
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Health Care Administrator
- Medical Record Administrator
- and more!
For more information on health related career opportunities, please visit Career Coach where you can explore the local job market, take a career assessment, and build a resumé.
What Will I Study?
Health Science majors typically pursue a bachelor’s degree in nursing or other allied health professions. Courses include:
- Nutrition and Diet Therapy
- Chemistry
- Anatomy and Physiology
- and more!
Curriculum Guide - Health Science, A.S.
First Year
First Semester
- BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy 3 Course Credits or
- HECO 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy 3 Course Credits
- ENGL 1301 - Composition I 3 Course Credits +
- Mathematics (Recommend MATH 1342) 3 Course Credits +
- PSYC 1300 - Learning Framework 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 12
Second Semester
- American History (Recommend HIST 1301) 3 Course Credits +
- CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I 4 Course Credits + OR
- CHEM 1411 - General Chemistry I 4 Course Credits +
- ENGL 1302 - Composition II 3 Course Credits +
- OCI 1301 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 13
Third Semester
- American History (Recommend HIST 1302) 3 Course Credits +
- Component Area Options - Group 1 - Recommend SPCH 1315 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 6
Second Year
First Semester
- BIOL 2401 - Anatomy and Physiology I 4 Course Credits +
- Creative Arts 3 Course Credits +
- GOVT 2305 - Federal Government 3 Course Credits +
- PSYC 2301 - General Psychology 3 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 13
Second Semester
- BIOL 2402 - Anatomy and Physiology II 4 Course Credits +
- GOVT 2306 - Texas Government 3 Course Credits +
- Language, Philosophy and Culture 3 Course Credits +
- PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development 3 Course Credits
Semester Credits: 13
Third Semester
Life & Physical Science Course. Recommend:
- BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Non-Science Majors 4 Course Credits OR
- PHYS 1410 - Elementary Physics 4 Course Credits +
Semester Credits: 3
Total Minimum Credits Required for Health Science Degree: 60
+ Denotes core requirement. Speak with Department Chair or Pathways Advisor for proper course selection.
* PHYS-1410 is recommended only for students applying to DCVS (Sonography) programs. Please discuss with your Department Chair, Program Director, or Advisor.
The ACC Health Sciences degree program is designed to help you transfer to a four-year college or university to obtain a Bachelor’s degree. By first obtaining an associate's degree, you will have the flexibility to explore different branches of health science to find your match without spending as much time and money.
When planning your degree program and selecting electives, it is important to understand the requirements of the major department in the college or university you expect to transfer to.
Approximate yearly costs for the A.S. Degree program including tuition and fees are $4,200 for in-district students, $6,960 for students out-of-district, and $9,840 for non-residents. Additional fees for books and supplies may vary.
For more information on education costs, payment options, payment plans, deadlines and more, visit our Tuition and Fees section.
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information, visit our Financial Aid section.
*Alvin Community College may change tuition rates and other fees without notice or when so directed by the Board of Regents.
COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS
Health Science is part of our Health Career Pathway. Click the box below to see other Health programs that may interest you.