Health Sciences - Associate of Science

Overview

For those who wish to prepare for admission to a health-related program of study at Mercy College, the courses outlined in this program of study are equivalent to the freshman and sophomore years of a Bachelor of Science Degree Program. The natural sciences, mathematics, and general education courses outlined in this degree provide the foundation for a bachelor’s degree in a health field.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Associate of Science in Health Sciences will be:

  • committed to social engagement, demonstrating the knowledge and skills required to be an active participant in the betterment of society.
  • committed to intellectual inquiry, able to identify, evaluate, and propose solutions to problems in creative ways.
  • effective communicators, able to write, speak, and listen as a professional in the graduate’s chosen field.
  • proficient with ethical reasoning, using the Mercy Values as part of the graduate’s everyday decision-making process.

Admission Requirements

Students are admitted to Mercy College of Ohio and subsequently to a program of study. Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to a program. Please note: Admission requirements are subject to change. Students should contact the Office of Admission or consult mercycollege.edu for the most up-to-date information.

Entrance into Mercy College of Ohio requires either an earned diploma from an accredited high school or a home-schooled program in a college preparatory course of study, or a general equivalency diploma (GED).

Following are the requirements for admission to Mercy College of Ohio:

  • Cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher or a general equivalence diploma (GED) recipient with a score of 500 (score of 53 prior to 2002).
  • Some programs of study require ACT (American College Test) or SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) subject and composite test scores. Please refer to individual program of study information for specifics.

Requirements for Clinicals or Professional Practice Experience

Criminal background checks, drug screens, health records, and titers/immunizations are required prior to the start of the clinical program. Program requirements and instructions are maintained on the College website at https://mercycollege.edu/background. The Policy can be found at https://mercycollege.edu/about/compliance-consumer-information.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences students must complete all college requirements for an Associate of Science Degree including the following:

General Education Requirements

Specific courses are required by the program.

Complete All of the Following Courses:

Oral and Written Communication (GCOM) - 6 minimum
ENG 101English Composition I

3

ENG 102English Composition II

3

Math, Statistics, and Logic (GMSL) - 3 minimum
MTH 130College Algebra

4

Social and Behavioral Sciences (GSBS) - 6 minimum
PSY 101Introduction to Psychology

3

PSY 201Lifespan Psychology

3

Arts, Humanities, Culture, and Diversity (includes Religious Studies) (GAHR/GAHD) - 6 minimum
REL 290Medical Ethics

3

SOC 211Cultural Diversity

3

Natural Sciences, Technology, and Innovation (GNST) - 6 minimum
BIO 220Anatomy and Physiology I

4

BIO 221Anatomy and Physiology II

4

Additional hours from one or more of the above categories - 9 minimum
SOC 101Introduction to Sociology

3

MTH 140Introduction to Statistics

3

Total Credit Hours:36

Required Health Sciences Program Course Requirements

Complete the Following Program Course:

HSC 100Introduction to Health Careers

3

Total Credit Hours:3

Health Sciences Program Elective Course Requirements

Complete 23 Credit Hours from the Following Courses:

BIO 210Microbiology

4

CHM 210General College Chemistry I

5

CHM 211General College Chemistry II

5

COM 260Public Speaking

3

HIT 105Medical Terminology

3

HCA 105Productivity Applications for Healthcare Professionals

3

Up to 10 Credit Hours of Program Approved Electives

10

Total Credit Hours:23

Complete 3 Credit Hours of General Elective Courses

Credit Hour Requirements

Total Required Associate of Science General Education Credit Hours 36
Total Required Health Science Program Course Credit Hours 3
Total Required Health Sciences Program Elective Credit Hours 23
Total Required General Elective Requirements 3
Total Credit Hours for Graduation 65

Students may be required to take additional free elective credits to reach the 60 credit hours required for graduation. Free elective credit may be satisfied through prior coursework and transfer credit. See academic advisor for more details.

Sample Program of Study

Semester I

HCA 105Productivity Applications for Healthcare Professionals

3

HIT 105Medical Terminology

3

HSC 100Introduction to Health Careers

3

ENG 101English Composition I

3

MTH 130College Algebra

4

Semester II

ENG 102English Composition II

3

PSY 101Introduction to Psychology

3

SOC 101Introduction to Sociology

3

BIO 210Microbiology

4

MTH 140Introduction to Statistics

3

Semester III

BIO 220Anatomy and Physiology I

4

CHM 210General College Chemistry I

5

COM 260Public Speaking

3

SOC 211Cultural Diversity

3

Semester IV

BIO 221Anatomy and Physiology II

4

CHM 211General College Chemistry II

5

PSY 201Lifespan Psychology

3

REL 290Medical Ethics

3

General Elective

3