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Associate of Science in Health Science Program Requirements

by | Apr 9, 2020 | Undergraduate

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

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Program Requirements

The Associate of Science in Health Studies – Community and Public Health track requires the completion of at least 62 semester credits, including general education courses and all courses listed as prerequisites, and course requirements in the major.

  • Complete a minimum of 20 courses and 62 approved semester credits.
  • Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 in all coursework attempted at Northampton University (USA) .
  • Earn an overall grade point average of at least 2.00 in all courses taken in the major area of study.
  • Complete all requirements for the Associate’s Degree in no more than 25 terms of active enrollment excluding any periods of separation from the University.

Northampton University (USA) has five terms in its academic year, each ten weeks in length. Students must complete all requirements for the Associate’s Degree in no more than 25 terms of active enrollment.

 

Grading Policies and Practices

The University insures that students are issued grades in a timely fashion and that grades are determined in a manner that is accurate, fair, and consistently applied in accord with established standards. At the conclusion of each term of study, students may check their grades in their unofficial academic record in the Student Portal. Since the unofficial academic record is a permanent record of a student’s academic performance, including course selections, grades, and credits earned toward a degree, it must be correct at all times. Students who believe an error has been made on their academic records should be in contact with the Office of Academic Affairs at academic.affairs@northampton.ac.

 

Students are encouraged to speak to their Course Instructors if they wish further clarification of their grades, would like to discuss their assessments, or are considering requesting a grade change. Students with further complaints regarding alleged unfair or improper grading at Northampton University (USA) and who are unable to reach a resolution with their Course Instructor may request a Grade Appeal form from the Office of Academic Affairs. 

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Associate of Science in Health Science Curriculum

by | Apr 9, 2020 | Undergraduate

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

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Program Requirements
Program Goals
Curriculum
Admission Requirements
Careers
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Technology Requirements
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Curriculum

Individual courses are the building blocks of each degree program. Course requirements are structured to ensure that student study encompasses a broad range of topics and approaches, with an appropriate balance maintained among the three curricular components that comprise a liberal arts education:

 

General Education

Students pursuing an Associate of Science degree must complete the following 9 courses to fulfill the
General Education requirements.

 

Major Courses Required

Course Code Course Name Prerequisites Credits
BIOL 1121
Biology 1 for Health Studies Majors
 None 4
PSYC 1111
Introduction to Human Psychology
 None 3
SOC 1502
Introduction to Sociology
 None 3
BIOL 1122
Biology 2 for Health Studies Majors
 BIOL 1121 4
CPH 2211
Human Anatomy & Physiology (proctored course)
 BIOL 1122 3
CPH 2212
Infectious Diseases
 BIOL 1122 3
CPH 2611
Nutrition
 BIOL 1122 3
CPH 2711
Community and Public Health 1 (proctored course)
 BIOL 1122 3
CPH 2712
Community and Public Health 2
 CPH 2711 3

Other Electives

Students pursuing an Associate of Science degree may choose additional elective
courses beyond those specified in the General Education requirements, and/or select introductory
courses in other majors and/or take additional courses in a student’s major that may not be required
for the degree.

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Associate of Science in Health Science Careers

by | Apr 9, 2020 | Undergraduate

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

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Careers

The Associate Degree program in Health Sciences will prepare students for exciting and meaningful careers in the medical field. Drawing on a wide range of disciplines including medicine, sociology, and public health, earning your Associate Degree in Health sciences will prepare you for a future in health care professions as well as for entry-level positions in hospitals, clinics, non-profit organizations and governmental bodies focused on global health and local health initiatives.

The Associate Degree in Health Sciences is a great choice for students interested in the field of medicine and seeking a stimulating career in organizations focused on creating and shaping public health policy, educating local communities about healthy living, and advocating for the protection of the environment.

Students of Health Sciences will learn the basics of international trends in public health policy as well about how this information is put into practice to strengthen communities and individual lives. 

Getting your Associate Degree will make you a more competitive candidate for a wide range of employment opportunities and, per the U.S. Department of Labor statistics, earns employees an average of 20% more each week than those with only a high school diploma. Your Associate Degree can also set the stage for further study, in the exciting and rapidly developing field of health sciences and public health. You could work as a patient service representative, health information technician, medical assistant and clinical technician etc. 

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Associate of Science in Health Science Technology Requirements

by | Apr 9, 2020 | Undergraduate

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

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Technology Requirements

To complete a degree program at Northampton University (USA) , students will need to have consistent access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. If students are working on a computer that is not their personal computer and are unable to save documents, it’s important also to obtain an external drive. Because there are no mandatory video materials for Northampton University (USA) courses, this drive can be a simple USB drive. 

Most of the learning materials that students will be dealing with in their Northampton University (USA) courses are compatible with Adobe PDF or Microsoft Office. Our learning platform, Moodle, can be accessed by the latest versions of IE, Safari, Opera and Chrome, but we recommend that students use the latest version of Mozilla Firefox. Note also that although working through a mobile device is not recommended, it is an option. There is no need to purchase software to study at Northampton University (USA) . 

Students do not need to purchase Microsoft Office. Office 365, a subscription service offering Microsoft Office suite software – and so much more – is given to all Northampton University (USA) students without additional cost.

Note that whatever system students choose to use, all files shared with course Instructors and classmates must be saved in either Microsoft-compatible formats or PDF format.

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Associate of Science in Health Science Overview

by | Apr 9, 2020 | Undergraduate

ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

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Technology Requirements
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Overview

Why an Associate Degree?

An associate degree is an American university degree consisting of roughly 20 courses in a chosen field of study, which is typically completed in two years. Many students at American universities choose to begin their academic career with an associate degree for a number of reasons:

(1) After completing an associate degree, there’re almost no formalities involved with continuing one’s studies toward a bachelor’s degree

(2) Obtaining an associate degree gives students a tool for career-advancement while still studying, as well as an advantage in searching for a job

(3) Research shows that dividing one’s goals into shorter, more manageable tasks greatly increases an individual’s ability to achieve defined goals

(4) The majority of Northampton University (USA) scholarship funds are allocated to students working for an associate degree.

 

Associate of Science in Health Science

The Associate of Science in Health Science – Community and Public Health Track provides an understanding of the social and biological causes of health and illness. The program is built on a strong liberal arts foundation that provides a broad understanding of community and public health theories and models and their application to real-world situations. Students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively within the context of disease prevention and the promotion of health, both with individual patients and communities alike.

This program takes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing knowledge from areas of study such as biology, healthcare, public health, and bioethics. Students will learn about different models of healthcare systems and how they operate, as well as studying about disease prevention, community health, nutrition and mental health. Students of this program will graduate prepared for further study in the field of health science and ready to begin meaningful careers in community outreach and organizing, education, and healthcare.

Each student will be connected with a personal Program Advisor at the commencement of their studies, who will remain with them until graduation. The student’s personal Program Advisor acts as his/her support system throughout their studies. The personal Program Advisor will be happy to answer any questions the student may have, offer academic advice, discuss course selection, and offer encouragement throughout the student’s studies.

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