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2025-2026 Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Catalog

Health Science, Associate of Applied Science

Location(s): Big Spring, Lamesa, San Angelo


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The Associate of Applied Science in Helath Science is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the healthcare industry or to advance in their current healthcare roles. This flexible, interdisciplinary program provides foundational knowledge in health science, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and healthcare systems, while allowing students to tailor their studies through elective pathways aligned with their career goals. The program also supports seamless transfer opportunities for those pursuing a bachelor’s degree in health-related fields. 

Career opportunities include roles in medical offices, hospitals, public health organizations, and other healthcare settings. This degree is ideal for students seeking entry-level employment, career advancement, or preparation for further study in nursing, radiologic technology, respiratory care, and other allied health professions. 

First Semester


Total: 16 Hours


Second Semester


Total: 16 Hours


Third Semester


Total: 15 Hours


Total: 13 Hours


Total Hours in AAS Degree: 60 Hours


1 Students should consult with an advisor for assistance in selecting electives that will apply toward the student’s career and educational goals. Suggested electives: ECRD 1211   EMSP 1501    EMSP 1160    NURA 1160    NURA 1301    MDCA 1305    HPRS 1206    HPRS 2302     PLAB 1160    PLAB 1323  CHEM 1405    BIOL 2120    BIOL 2402    BIOL 2320    BIOL 2420    BCIS 1305  , PSYC 2315  , HPRS 2301  , SOCI 1301  , ENGL 2321   ENGL 2322   PSYC 2301   PSYC 2314   PHRA 1209  PHRA 1202  PHRA 1164  PHRA 1441  

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