AFA3 Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health Professions, Degree
Offered at the Griffin and Flint Campuses
| Program Entrance Term: |
Fall, Spring |
| Minimum Length of Program: |
4 terms |
| Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: |
61 |
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Allied Health Professions (AHP) offers flexibility in tailoring the curriculum to suit the individual academic and career objectives of each student. This program entails the completion of a range between 61-64 semester credit hours, comprising 15 hours of general education requirements and 49 hours allocated to healthcare-related occupation courses. These areas of concentration encompass comprehensive healthcare programs that underscore both the theoretical foundations and practical applications crucial for successful entry into the healthcare workforce. Upon graduation, students will possess a solid foundation and relevant skills to excel in various healthcare roles. By working closely with a faculty advisor, students can strategically select courses from specific areas of concentration that align with their desired career trajectory in the healthcare field.
Admission Requirements
- Submit completed application and application fee
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript with test scores and ALL post-secondary transcripts in an official sealed envelope
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Contact Us
Amy Adams, MSN, RNC-OB, Program Coordinator
Email: amy.adams@sctech.edu
Phone: 706.646.6322
Program Courses
Required
| Area I - Language Arts/Communications (3 credit hrs) | |
| ENGL 1101 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
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| Area II - Social/Behavioral Sciences (3 credit hrs) | |
| PSYC 1101 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| OR | |
| PSYC 2103 | Human Development | 3 |
| OR | |
| SOCI 1101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
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| Area III - Natural Sciences/Mathematics (3 credit hrs) | |
| MATH 1101 | Mathematical Modeling | 3 |
| OR | |
| MATH 1103 | Quantitative Skills and Reasoning | 3 |
| OR | |
| MATH 1111 | College Algebra | 3 |
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| Area IV - Humanities/Fine Arts (3 credit hrs) | |
| ARTS 1101 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| OR | |
| ENGL 2130 | American Literature | 3 |
| OR | |
| HUMN 1101 | Introduction to Humanities | 3 |
| OR | |
| MUSC 1101 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
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| General Education Core Requirements - Choose One from Area I, II, III or IV | 3 |
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| Practical Nursing (49 credit hrs) | |
| PNSG 1600 | Introduction to Pharmacology and Clinical Calculations | 3 |
| PNSG 1605 | Fundamentals | 6 |
| PNSG 1610 | Adult Health Nursing I | 6 |
| PNSG 1615 | Adult Health Nursing II | 6 |
| PNSG 1620 | Adult Health Nursing III | 6 |
| PNSG 1625 | Adult Health Nursing IV | 6 |
| PNSG 1630 | Mental Health Nursing | 4 |
| PNSG 1635 | Maternal Nursing | 4 |
| PNSG 1640 | Pediatric Nursing | 3 |
| PNSG 1645 | Practical Nursing Capstone | 5 |
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| OR | |
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| Medical Assisting (47 credit hrs) | |
| ALHS Requirement (2 credit hrs) | |
| ALHS 1090 | Medical Terminology for Allied Health Sciences | 2 |
| Biology Requirement (8 credit hours) | |
| BIOL 2113 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| BIOL 2113L | Anatomy and Physiology Lab I | 1 |
| BIOL 2114 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| BIOL 2114L | Anatomy and Physiology Lab II | 1 |
| Computer Requirement (3 credit hrs) | |
| COMP 1000 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
| MAST 1120 | Human Diseases | 3 |
| MAST 1061 | Front Office and Legal Implications | 6 |
| MAST 1112 | Insurance and Claims Management | 5 |
| MAST 1080 or MAST 1081 | |
| MAST 1080 | Medical Assisting Skills I | 4 |
| OR | |
| MAST 1081 | Fundamental Skills and Human Diseases | 7 |
| MAST 1090 or MAST 1091 | |
| MAST 1090 | Medical Assisting Skills II | 4 |
| OR | |
| MAST 1091 | Medical Assisting Advanced Skills | 4 |
| MAST 1030 | Pharmacology in the Medical Office | 4 |
| MAST 1130 | Medical Assisting Externship & Seminar | 8 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 61 |
Note:
If necessary, Learning Support courses should be completed during the first semester.