Biology: Allied Health Associate of Science (AS)
About the Program
The Associate of Science in Biology: Allied Health degree provides courses that are required for students entering nursing school or other programs in Allied Health fields, such as dental hygiene, radiology, surgical technician, kinesiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, emergency medical technician, paramedic, medical assisting, and health information technology.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students are able to:
- Explain and apply the basic processes of homeostasis in humans from the cellular to the organismal level.
- Conduct, analyze, and report results of experiments.
- Be proficient in standard biology lab techniques and lab safety procedure.
Learning and Career Pathway Maps
*This pathway has variable options for completion. Click the dropdown menu for "Pathway" to view the different pathway maps.
Required Core: (23 Units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 30 | Introduction to College Biology | 4 |
| BIO 7A | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| BIO 7B | Human Physiology | 5 |
| BIO 7C | Microbiology | 5 |
| CHEM 30A | Introductory and Applied Chemistry I | 4 |
Total Units for the Major: 23
The Associate Degree is conferred upon those students who complete the required 60 or more semester units of the degree pattern with a grade-point average of 2.0 or better, of which 12 units must be earned at Las Positas College. In addition, students must complete a General Education pattern in order to earn a degree: see the Las Positas College Associate Degree General Education Pattern or the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) patterns for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program, the optional course(s) taken, and the GE pattern selected. Elective units must be degree applicable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal.