Health Sciences, A.A.S.

Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, e-Learning

The Associate of Applied Science in Health Sciences provides the foundational healthcare knowledge, skills and behaviors for graduates to obtain employment in a healthcare-related position, continue education in a professional health program, or enhance development of those who are employed in healthcare settings. Students need to consult with a Health Sciences advisor before registering for courses.

A minimum grade of C (2.00) is required in all courses. A grade of C- is not considered passing.

Minimum Credit Hours 60
General Education Requirements 18-19
Emphasis Area Requirements 41-42
General Education Requirements
Written Communication Skills
WRTG S111*Writing Across Contexts3
WRTG S211*Writing and the Humanities3
or WRTG S212 *Writing and the Professions
Oral Communication Skills
Select one of the following3
COMM S111
*Fundamentals of Oral Communication
COMM S235
*Small Group Communication and Team Building
COMM S237
*Interpersonal Communication
COMM S241
*Public Speaking
Computational Skills
MATH S105Intermediate Algebra3-4
or HS S116 Mathematics in Health Care
Other Skills
PSY S111*Introduction to Psychology 13
or PSY S250 *Lifespan Development
HS S135Medical Terminology3
General Emphasis
Emphasis Requirements41-42
BHS S201 Introduction to Integrative Health3
HIM S181Introduction to Healthcare Systems3
HS S101Introduction to Health Sciences3
HS S106Human Behavior in Healthcare3
HS S114Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology4-8
or BIOL S111
& BIOL S112		 *Human Anatomy and Physiology I
and *Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Advisor approved electives (in the following areas: BA, BHS, BIOL, CHEM, HS, HIM, PSY, SOC, STAT)21-26
Medical Assisting Emphasis
Emphasis Requirements41-42
MA S133Medical Assisting Procedures: Administrative I4
MA S142Medical Assisting Procedures: Clinical I4
MA S233Medical Assisting Procedures: Administrative II4
MA S242Medical Assisting Procedures: Clinical II4
MA S294AMedical Assisting Practicum4
Advisor approved electives (in the following areas: BA, BHS, BIOL, CHEM, HS, HIM, PSY, SOC, STAT)21-22
Behavioral Health Emphasis
Emphasis Requirements41-42
BHS S101 Introduction to Behavioral Health Practices3
BHS S103Mental Health First Aid1
BHS S135Beginning Therapeutic Interventions3
BHS S140The Science of a Good Life3
or BHS S181 Peer Support Professional Training
BHS S180Introduction to Addiction, Trauma, and Crises3
BHS S201 Introduction to Integrative Health3
Advisor approved electives (in the following areas: BA, BHS, BIOL, CHEM, HS, HIM, PSY, SOC, STAT)25-26
Medical Coding Emphasis
Emphasis Requirements41-42
HIM S155Coding I: Outpatient3
HIM S255Coding II: Inpatient3
HIM S258Coding III: Advanced Coding3
HIM S261Revenue and Financial Management for Healthcare3
HIM S272Pathophysiology and Pharmacology4
HIM S282CCS Examination Preparation1
Advisor approved electives (in the following areas: BA, BHS, BIOL, CHEM, HS, HIM, PSY, SOC, STAT)24-25
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Consult with an advisor to determine which PSY course meets your educational plan.

Upon completion, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information in healthcare environments.
  2. Incorporate knowledge of biological, psychological, sociological, cultural, spiritual, economic, and ethical factors into a healthcare foundation.
  3. Integrate critical thinking and problem solving appropriate for student’s allied health discipline.
  4. Exhibit proficiency in the emphasis areas leading to licensure/certification to help meet Alaska’s health workforce needs.