Health Science Program A.A.S. Degree
This program is for any allied health practitioner who holds a certificate or license such as dental, medical and lab assistants, phlebotomists; ultrasound, surgical, and dental technicians; EMTs, paramedics, LPNs, RNs (diploma) and military trained allied health practitioners.
Semester I
Short Title : Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Course Code : BIO-111
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description : A study of cellular transport mechanisms and tissues as they relate to organs and systems. Structural and functional features of the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems and special senses are examined. Recommended for students in the health sciences.
Prerequisites :
One year of high school laboratory biology or BIO-010, and one year of high school laboratory chemistry or CHM-010, and appropriate score on the College placement test or MAT-013
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Course Code : SPE-121
Department Description : Visual, Performing and Media Arts
Course Description : Introduction to the theory and practice of public address; the study of representative public addresses and the preparation and delivery of short speeches.
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : English Composition I
Course Code : ENG-121
Department Description : English
Course Description :
Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.
Prerequisites :
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.
Co requisites :
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : The Mathematics of Money
Course Code : MAT-101
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
This course is primarily for liberal arts students interested in the practical applications of mathematics. Topics surveyed include problem solving and data analysis, mathematical modeling, the financial applications of probability and statistics, inductive reasoning, and financial literacy.
Prerequisites :
Algebra I, MAT-013, or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.
- Credit : 3
Semester 2
Short Title : Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Course Code : BIO-112
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description : A continuation of BIO 111. A study of the structure and function of the body is continued by examining the endocrine, reproductive, circulatory, digestive, respiratory and excretory systems.
Prerequisites :
BIO-111 with a minimum grade of “C”
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Computers in Health Technologies
Course Code : CSC-107
Department Description : Business and Computer Science
Course Description :
Presents a survey of computer applications and their use in the health technology fields. Discusses the major components of a computer, instructs in the use of software application packages including word processing and database and exposes a student to a personal computer operating system. Students gain experience using Microsoft Office.
- Credit : 1
- Lab Hours : 2
Short Title : English Composition II
Course Code : ENG-122
Department Description : English
Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.
Prerequisites :
A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121
- Credit : 3
- Lecture Hours : 3
Short Title : Statistics I
Course Code : MAT-123
Department Description : Mathematics
Course Description :
Familiarizes students with mathematical models that occur in more advanced courses and in the areas of business, science and the social sciences using exploratory data analysis and statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics linear regression, probability and probability distribution, confidence intervals, and an introduction to hypothesis testing.
Prerequisites :
Algebra I, MAT-013, or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.
Co requisites :
MAT-090
Corequiste Exemption: Proficiency at the Level of Algebra II
- Credit : 3
Semester 3
Short Title : Principles of Microbiology
Course Code : BIO-211
Department Description : Natural Sciences
Course Description : An introductory study of the microbial world with emphasis on the nature and behavior of microorganisms, the interrelationships that operate between microbes and the human host in health and disease and the principles of prevention and control of infectious disease. Laboratory experience develops techniques in the proper handling, observation and identification of microbial cultures. Recommended for students in the health sciences.
Prerequisites :
One year of high school laboratory biology or BIO-010, and one year of high school laboratory chemistry or CHM-010, and appropriate score on the College placement test or MAT-013
- Credit : 4
- Lecture Hours : 3
- Lab Hours : 3
Short Title : Introduction to Psychology
Course Code : PSY-123
Department Description : History and Social Science
Course Description :
Provides a psychological basis for the understanding of human behavior. A survey of fundamentals that are necessary for subsequent psychology courses. Topics include but are not limited to: learning, motivation, cognition, personality, abnormal behavior, development and social psychology.
- Credit : 3
Short Title : Physical Educ Elective
Course Code : PED-EL1
Department Description : History and Social Sciences
- Credit : 1
Short Title : GE Humanities Elective
Course Code : HUM-EL2
Department Description : Humanities
- Credit : 3
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
Semester 4
Allied Health Requirement * (see note below) - 25 Credits Required
Program Notes
Allied Health Training is completed prior to Middlesex College with a required total of twenty-five credits. The Allied Health requriement/experience plus the electives must equal 25-credits. If the training is equivalent to less than twenty-five credits, the remainder is completed with electives. The student is not required to complete twenty-five credits in one semester. The Allied Health credits are documented with a requried Prior Learning portfolio which demonstrates college level learning.
This program is for any allied health practictioner who holds a certificate or license such as dental, medical and lab assistants, phlebotomists: ultrasound, surgical, and dental technicians; EMTs, paramedics, LPNs, RNs (diploma) and military trained allied health practictioners. Students can receive college-credit for their prior learning experiences under the 25-credit 'Allied Health Requirement' of the degree. Credit awards of less than 25 credits are filled-in by the completion of electives. The following are suggested electives, but please work with an academic advisor to select which courses are best for you. Electives should be selected that support your academic and career goals.
- ACC 101: Financial Accounting (4 Credits)
- Language electives, including American Sign Language (3 Credits)
- BIO 105: Heredity, Evolution and Society (4 Credits)
- BIO 106: Human, Biology, Biomedical Issues and Society (4 Credits)
- BUS 101: Introduction to Business (3 Credits)
- BUS 115: Mathematics of Finance (3 Credits)
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Program will be able to:
- Communicate effectively through writing.
- Effectively express ideas through verbal communication.
- Use mathematical concepts to solve problems.
- Demonstrate the ability to use the scientific method of inquiry to complete exercises in a laboratory setting.
- Demonstrate computer skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze human behavior.
- Demonstrate college level learning through Prior Learning Assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits?
Credit for previous study in a specific discipline can be awarded. Students who are a non-degree certified or licensed allied health practitioner or graduate of a certificate or diploma program may be able to earn valuable credits toward a college degree.
What are the requirements for admission to the Health Science program?
Students in the Health Science program must have non-degree certification or licensure in an allied health field. Full- or part-time study is available.
Can students receive credit for previous Allied Health training?
After successful completion of the general education requirements with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, students must submit an original post-secondary school transcript and a current license or certificate as part of the process. The number of credits awarded will be based upon an evaluation of the candidate’s prior training and licensure or certification. The director of Health Technology programs and the dean of Science, Mathematics and Health Technologies will conduct the review.
Can students who major in Health Science transfer to a four-year college?
Articulation agreements with public and private institutions offer students who earn the A.A.S. degree the opportunity to transfer all of their coursework to the four-year institution. Students in specialized programs, or who earn an A.A.S. degree should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.
What are the employment opportunities for graduates?
Graduates of Health Science programs have chosen to work in hospital laboratories, private or reference laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, the insurance industry, doctor’s offices, HMO’s and clinics, veterinarian hospitals, assisted living facilities, long-term care facilities, research and sales. Graduates may use this degree for career advancement or change, to enhance job security, or to satisfy personal fulfillment.
Transfer Information
Our students transfer to 4-year colleges and universities around the globe. We’ve had students transfer to every state, including Alaska and Hawaii.
The Statewide Transfer Agreement for New Jersey ensures that students who earn an A.A. or A.S. degree at a community college will have those credits fully transferable to a New Jersey public four-year institution, will have completed half of the credits required for a basic four-year degree and will have completed all lower division general education requirements. In addition, articulation agreements are being worked out with institutions granting baccalaureate degrees in Public Health to facilitate the transfer process. Students should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.
Are you interested in transferring to a school in New Jersey? You can use the tools at NJTransfer.org to see which of your MCC courses will transfer to a specific college.