Overview
Draw on your strengths & build a healthcare career! There's no better place to get the real life experience you need to get your healthcare career flowing than Albertus Magnus College.
With our two-year, 60 credit Associate of Science degree in Health Sciences, you will work towards you phlebotomy certification, CNA certification, and EKG certification. Plus, you may be eligible to continue on to the BSN program!
While this is a hybrid program with online and evening/weekend coursework, we're sure you'll find it rewarding! From your first course, your learning is connected to real healthcare settings, real patients, and real career outcomes.
Program Opportunities
Where Will Your Health Sciences Degree take You?
This degree serves as a strong foundation for continued study in nursing, public health, and other health sciences bachelor’s programs. Possible career paths with an Associate of Science degree in Health Sciences include:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- EKG Technician
- Healthcare or Clinical Support Specialist
- Patient Care Technician
- Phlebotomy Technician
The Albertus Difference
Hands-on experiential learning, Interdisciplinary perspectives, Emphasis on collaborative work
Personally invested professors, Small class sizes, Innovative, and well-rounded programs
Lively extracurricular activities, Campus-wide events, Service and community engagement
Active career counseling, Opportunity-building networks, Access to internships and professional experiences
Why Health Sciences?
- Stackable Credentials That Matter
- You will work towards three (3) industry-recognized credentials, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy Technician, and EKG Technician, along the way, so you can enter the workforce or advance while completing your degree.
- Hands-On, Practical Learning
- Build confidence through labs, clinical experiences, and patient care training that translate directly to the workplace.
- Built for Adult Learners
- Career-driven and supportive, this program is designed for working adults, caregivers, and career changers seeking purpose and stability.
What You'll Learn To Do
- Apply biological and health science principles to real-world healthcare settings.
- Navigate ethical, social, and cultural issues in healthcare.
- Deliver patient care skills aligned with CNA, EKG, and Phlebotomy certifications.
- Perform confidently in clinical and laboratory environments.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and healthcare teams
- Lead with professionalism, responsibility, and service rooted in the Albertus mission
Faculty Lead
Health Sciences Courses
Is This Program Right for You?
- Are you seeking credentials that prepare you for employment in the health field?
- Want credentials that lead to immediate employment?
- Are you considering healthcare including nursing?
- Do you need a flexible program that respects your responsibilities?
- Do you value service, ethics, and meaningful work?
Associate of Science in Health Sciences Program Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the ASHS program, applicants must submit the following:
Requirements For Acceptance To The College
- Application ( Adult Undergraduate) & $35 Fee
- Intake Survey
- Official High School or GED Transcript
- Official Transcripts from all Colleges or Universities attended
- Immunization Form or Titer Test Results
Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics is to build upon the College’s Liberal Arts focus to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and judgment necessary to be responsible, able practitioners in their chosen fields. The majors are designed to prepare students for careers in pharmaceutical sciences, medicine, allied health careers, science education, research, biotechnology industry, government service, and scientific writing. Majors are advised individually about their choice of courses according to their special interests and abilities. The faculty works closely with students, helping them to prepare for entrance into both professional and graduate programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
What can you do with an Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
How long does it take to complete an Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
How many credits are required for the Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
How much does this program cost?
- As a working adult, the tuition is available at albertus.edu/admission-aid/business-office/accelerated-degree-program/undergraduate-tuition-fees.
Tuition discounts are available for individuals who are employed by our corporate partners or are first responders. - As a traditional student, the tuition is available at albertus.edu/admission-aid/business-office/undergraduate-degree-program/tuition-fees.
Merit scholarships, grants and other types of aid are available.