Show If you are deciding which health science profession you wish to pursue, or simply want to explore all the health professions available to you, this program is an appealing option! Health care is a vast field including many professionals who work together to promote health and wellness in society. The program is designed to expose you to a variety of healthcare needs for people of all ages. Students who select this program are also eligible to transfer, if able to meet admission criteria, to one of the health science programs offered at NEIT by the third term. Transition is seamless. Faculty are dedicated to exploring your interests to learn more about healthcare in general. Their combined expertise brings a rich, supportive environment for both students new to higher education and those returning to university after many years of prior education. Graduates of this program may enter: Read More Full DescriptionThe Associate in Science in Health Science program is an introduction to the health sciences and the job opportunities that are available in healthcare fields for associate degree graduates. The program does several things: first, it introduces students to fundamental concepts in the sciences and acquaints them with healthcare disciplines and the skills that are germane to each discipline through a general healthcare degree track; and, second, it prepares students for entry into the following Health Sciences programs:
The program includes studies in core areas of health sciences with introductory courses in anatomy and physiology, biology, medical terminology, electronic medical records and healthcare informatics. Students will take courses that expose them to the experiences of practitioners involved in healthcare fields. Upon completion of the program, some students will graduate and assume responsibilities in entry level positions in the healthcare field. Graduates are prepared and encouraged to continue their education in one of our bachelor’s programs, such as Business Management with the Healthcare Management Concentration or Rehabilitation Sciences, both of which prepare graduates for positions in a variety of healthcare settings; or to advance their education to apply for a Master of Public Health degree. Potential Career OpportunitiesThe Associate in Science in Health Science program enables graduates to move on to pursue a variety of healthcare professions, including: Medical Assistant Health Information Technologist Pharmacy Technician Surgical Technologist Occupational Therapy Assistant Respiratory Therapist FAQ
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Program OutcomesGraduates of this Health Science degree program will be able to:
For the latest listing of courses offered, please review the course catalog here. Q&A and Technical StandardsQuestions & Answers
Technical StandardsThese technical standards set forth by the Health Science Department, establish the essential qualifications considered necessary for the students admitted to the program. The student must possess the following skills and abilities or be able to demonstrate that they can complete the requirements of the program with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Cognitive Ability
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