Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in healthcare?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in healthcare?
We are excited to offer the Health Science, Associate of Science program and give first-time, full-time freshman the invaluable head-start of a robust educational foundation for the first time in Loma Linda University's history! This program is designed to start entry-level college students on the path to success within our world-renowned health science center, which houses one of the largest and most technologically advanced Level 1 Trauma Centers. Our faculty will ensure you have the necessary prerequisites, tools and connections you will need for a smooth transition into your undergraduate and graduate programs!
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Our institution stands out from the rest with our commitment to Whole Person Care. By starting your healthcare journey with Loma Linda University, you will join a community that values excellence, compassion, and holistic education by learning to look beyond numbers and diseases, and incorporates compassionate mental and spiritual health into patient care. Just a few of the other reasons our institution's educational experience is exceptional and unique include:
In addition to Loma Linda University and School of Allied Health Professions admissions requirements, the applicant must produce the following:
A high school diploma or equivalent
A minimum G.P.A. of 2.5
Three letters of recommendation that indicate your level of academic and/or professional background
For recent high school graduates of within the past 2 years, recommendations from high school teachers and administrators are preferred
Fall Quarter- 13.5 Credits
| COURSE | TITLE | CREDITS |
| ENGL 111 | College Writing I | 3 |
| MATH 110/BSCI 218 | College Algebra / Statistics for Health Professionals | 4 |
| PEAC 115 | Exercise and You | .5 |
| HIST 156 | Survey of American History before 1865 | 3 |
| HLCS 110 | Medical Terminology | 2 |
| RDNG 176 | First-Year Seminar | 1 |
Winter Quarter- 15 Credits
| ENGL 112 | College Writing II | 3 |
| HIST 157 | Survey of American History from 1865 | 3 |
| RDNG 177 | First-Year Seminar II | 1 |
| BSCI 251 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/ lab | 5 |
| RELT 100 | The Bible: An Introduction | 3 |
Spring Quarter- 14 Credits
| ENGL 113 | College Writing III | 3 |
| RDNG 178 | First-Year Seminar III | 1 |
| BSCI 252 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/ lab | 5 |
| BSCI 260 | Microbiology | 5 |
Fall Quarter- 15 Credits
| CHEM 101/ CHEM 121 | Pre-DH: Intro to Inorganic Chemistry w/ lab | Pre-BSN: Chemistry for Healthcare Professionals I | 4 |
| AHCJ 275 | Philosophy of Health in a Diverse World | 4 | |
| PSYC 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 | |
| RELT 200 | The Mission & Message of Jesus | 3 | |
Winter Quarter- 16.5 Credits
| DTCS 205 | Human Nutrition (Domain 6) | 4 | ||
| CHEM 102/ CHEM 122/ BSCI 111 | Pre-DH: Intro to Organic Chemistry w/ lab | Pre-BSN: Biochemistry Applications for Healthcare Professional | Physics I | 4 |
| SOCI 226 | Sociology | 4 | ||
| HUMN 204 | Medical Humanities | 4 | ||
| PEAC 110 | Independent Activities | .5 | ||
Spring Quarter - 16 Credits
| CHEM 103/ HLSC 110 | Pre-DH: Intro to Biochemistry w/ lab (Dental Hygiene) | Intro to Health Professions (BSRN and others) | 4 |
| ANTH 315/ PSYC 226 | Pre-DH: Cultural Anthropology | Pre-BSN: Life-Span Development | 4 |
| RELR 275 | Whole Person Care | 2 | |
| HLSC 210 | Portfolio | 2 | |
| COMM 104 | Public Speaking | 4 | |
Applications to the A.S. degree in Health Science are accepted between January 1 and August 31. Early submission of application is recommended. Please contact Program Director Gurinder Bains with any questions regarding the application process.
By the end of this program, the graduate should be able to:
The A.S. degree in Health Science provides a strong foundation for pursuing further education in healthcare and serves as a feeder into Loma Linda University’s bachelor’s degree programs. Examples include:
