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Allied Health Education - Associate of Science
Associate of Science
Statement of Purpose
The Allied Health Education program provides students with innovative and applied knowledge. The degree plan includes interactive laboratory courses, such as microbiology and anatomy and physiology, which involve hands-on instruction and practical techniques useful in science-based careers. These courses are essential for programs in the medical disciplines, such as Nursing, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Laboratory Technology, and Emergency Medical Science.
Upon successful completion of the program, students may earn:
- Associate of Science in Allied Health Education
Program Learning Outcomes
- Describe major concepts in science, including chemistry, microbiology, physics, and nutrition.
- Demonstrate knowledge of physical science principles to solve problems.
- Describe knowledge of concepts in health and disease.
Program of Study
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH-1314 | College Algebra | 3 |
| BIOL-2301 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Creative Arts Elective | 3 |
| BIOL-2101 | Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory | 1 |
| PHYS-1305 | Elementary Physics I | 3 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| HIST-X3XX | American History Elective | 3 |
| BIOL-2302 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Language, Philosophy, and Culture Elective | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Component Area Option Elective | 3 |
| BIOL-2102 | Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory | 1 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GOVT-2305 | Federal Government (Federal Constitution and Topics) | 3 |
| PSYC-2301 | General Psychology | 3 |
| HIST-X3XX | American History Elective | 3 |
| MATH-1342 | Elementary Statistical Methods | 3 |
| BIOL-1322 | Nutrition and Diet Therapy I | 3 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GOVT-2306 | Texas Government (Texas Constitution and Topics) | 3 |
| PSYC-2314 | Lifespan Growth and Development | 3 |
| CHEM-1311 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM-1111 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL-2320 | Microbiology for Non-Science Majors | 3 |
Notes
ENGL-1301, MATH-1314, BIOL-2101, BIOL-2102, BIOL-1322, PSYC-2314, CHEM-1311, and CHEM-1111: Grade of “C” or better is required for graduation.
XXXX-X3XX (Creative Arts Elective), XXXXX-X3XX (Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective), and XXXX-X3XX (Component Area Option Elective): Students may take any course within this category of the TSC General Education Core Curriculum.
‡Courses must be taken in sequence: United States History I and United States History II or Mexican American History I and Mexican American History II.
This information is provided as an example only. You will develop a personalized plan with your Success Coach and faculty advisor/mentor that reflects your goals and interests. You are required to meet with an advisor each semester to ensure you are on track for graduation. This document does not contain all the information you need to stay on track for graduation.
Credit Hours
- 60 credit hours — stated in the catalog
- 60 credit hours — total of the courses listed above (calculated, alternatives counted once)
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