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NBC CT | June 30, 2026
Associate of Science in Health Sciences
Draw on your strengths & build a healthcare career!
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
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
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- 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 Department of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics prepares students to explore the natural world, improve human and population health, and solve complex scientific and societal challenges through inquiry, quantitative reasoning, and ethical leadership. Rooted in the liberal arts and the Dominican tradition of the search for truth, the department empowers students to discover, innovate, and serve their communities through science.
Undergraduate Information Request
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Adult & Professional Studies Information Request
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
A two-year, 60-credit program combines scientific foundations, hands-on clinical training, and preparations for industry-recognized certifications to help you move forward with confidence.
What can you do with an Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
In this program, you will learn to apply biological and health science principles in real-world healthcare settings, develop patient care skills aligned with CNA, EKG, and phlebotomy certifications, communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and healthcare teams, navigate ethical, social, and cultural issues in healthcare, perform confidently in clinical and laboratory environments, and lead with professionalism, responsibility, and a spirit of service rooted in the Albertus mission.
How long does it take to complete an Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
The typical completion time for this degree is two years.
How many credits are required for the Associate of Science in Health Sciences?
The Associate of Science in Health Sciences is a 60 credit program.
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.
Does this degree qualify for financial aid?
Yes, When enrolled as a student looking to earn an Associates degree there is limited financial aid available. Please reach out to our Financial Aid advisors to learn more about your options.
Can I work while earning my degree?
Yes, this program is designed for working adults, caregivers, and career changers seeking purpose and stability.
What certifications will this program prepare me for?
The certifications that this program will prepare you for are Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy Technician, and EKG Technician.
What is the average salary for health sciences associate degree jobs?
Is this program good for career changers?
Yes, This program provides a foundation for a strong start to a new career in the medical field! While you will earn the knowledge and training to complete three separate certifications, this program also provides the prerequisites required for applying to our BSN program. All credits earned will transfer for an Albertus 4-year degree. Other institutions of higher education are subject to evaluate and determine what transfers.
Does the program include hands-on clinical experience?
Yes, the Associate of Science in Health Sciences program includes hands-on experience, critical to our students success.
Can I transfer this degree into a bachelor’s program?
Yes, All credits earned in this program are transferable for continuing your education.
If I have one of these certifications already will I get credit for earning those already?
Yes, Certifications earned prior to joining this program can be credited as prior learning credits. Please reach out to our admissions team for more information.