Health Science
Associate in ScienceThe healthcare industry is one of the highest growth industries in the world. If you have a passion for the health industry, and want to be a part of it, then our program is for you! Our program explores the diverse field of health science and introduces liberal arts studies. Students are exposed to various disciplines relative to health science and gain the scientific skills required to learn theory and methodology applied in the field.
Our Health Science program prepares students for advanced studies or specialization at a 4-year institution. Students who obtain an Associate’s Degree may pursue careers such as, but not limited to, medical assistant, phlebotomist, surgical technologist, occupational therapy assistant, radiology technician, respiratory therapist or dental hygienist.
"SCC offers affordable tuition and convenient evening classes, which allowed me to continue to work and take care of my family.”"
-- Darlene Coleman, graduating class of 2019
Students have successfully transferred to:
- Delaware State University
- Neumann University
- Rowan University
- Rutgers University
- West Chester University
- Wilmington University
Students who complete the Health Science, Associate of Science program and go on to earn a bachelor degree may find employment in occupations such as:
- Medical and Health Services Managers
- Informatics Nurse Specialists
- Rehabilitation Counselors
- Dietitians and Nutritionists
- Physician Assistants
- Anesthesiologist Assistants
- Audiologists
- Orthoptists
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
- Cytotechnologists
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
- Dental Hygienists
- Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
- Nuclear Medicine Technologists
- Radiologic Technologists
- Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
- Dietetic Technicians
- Respiratory Therapy Technicians
- Surgical Technologists
- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
- Medical Records and Health Information Technicians
- Opticians, Dispensing
- Orthotists and Prosthetists
- Neurodiagnostic Technologists
- Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
- Radiologic Technicians
- Surgical Assistants
- Athletic Trainers
- Nursing Assistants
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Occupational Therapy Aides
- Physical Therapist Assistants
- Physical Therapist Aides
- Dental Assistants
- Medical Assistants
- Medical Equipment Preparers
- Medical Transcriptionists
- Phlebotomists
- Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
- Medical Secretaries
- Dental Laboratory Technicians
- Medical Appliance Technicians
- Registered Nurses
- Patient Representatives
- Pharmacy Technicians
| FIRST SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| HSC103 | Introduction to the Health Services | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| BIO150 | Fundamentals of A&P | 4 | $149.00 | $848.00 | $997.00 |
| ENG101 | English Composition I | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| HSC211 | Medical Terminology | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| PSY101 | General Psychology | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,541.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| SECOND SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| BIO220 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 | $149.00 | $848.00 | $997.00 |
| ENG102 | English Composition II | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| PSY111 | Human Growth and Development | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| SOC101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| HSC200 | Standard First Aid and CPR | 2 | $75.00 | $424.00 | $499.00 |
| Subtotal: $3,404.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| THIRD SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| BIO221 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 | $149.00 | $848.00 | $997.00 |
| ENG202 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| HSC168 | Nutrition | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| MAT134 or MAT137 | Contemporary Math or College Algebra | N/A | $0.00 | $VARIES** | $VARIES** |
| HUM-ELEC | Humanities Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| Subtotal: $2,905.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
| FOURTH SEMESTER | |||||
| COURSE CODE | COURSE NAME | CREDITS | FEES | TUITION | TOTAL |
| MAT201 | Statistics | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| ETH200 | Ethics in the Modern World | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| PROG-ELEC | Program Elective | 3 | $0.00 | $636.00 | $636.00 |
| SCI-ELEC | Science Elective | 4 | $0.00 | $848.00 | $848.00 |
| Subtotal: $2,756.00* | |||||
| * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied. | |||||
Total Program Cost: $12,606.00*
* - Tuition is based on the current in-county rate.
** - Elective tuition and fees may vary depending upon actual course selection.