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Associate of Science
Brightpoint Community College
Program Details
Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences
Associate of ScienceAssociate of Science Degree in Health Sciences
Brightpoint Community College
This two-year degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college and major in a health sciences program. Examples include nursing, dental hygiene, exercise science, and radiation science.
Outcomes
By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an intermediate level of competency in the following skills:
- Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of introductory concepts related to human anatomy and physiology.
- Explain the general characteristics of microorganisms and their relationships to individual and community health.
- Evaluate and communicate the relationship among nutrition, human development, and lifestyle on disease prevention.
- Interpret medical terms and abbreviations.
- Apply quantitative skills relevant to future practitioners in health science careers.
Program Overview & Guidance
Delivery Mode
In-Person
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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| Program Requirement Notes | Program Requirement Notes BCC allows open admission for this program. More information on how to get started at BCC can be found at: https://www.brightpoint.edu/admissions/get-started/. This degree is not intended for students who are interested in attending medical or dental school. |
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Program Credit Requirements
Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences
60
Associate of Science Degree in Health Sciences
60
Course Grad for 620-01
60
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Required Courses 620-01
60
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 45 credits may be applied to this program.
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Math Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science Elective
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
PSY 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 141
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 142
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Math Elective II
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science Elective II
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
CST100/ForeignLang/ITE152
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Health Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Philosophy Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
PSY 200
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
History Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HLT 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Science Elective III
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Literature/Foreign Language Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SOC 200
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
| Credit for Prior Learning | Brightpoint accepts multiple forms of credit for prior learning, including scores on standardized tests such as AP/IB/CLEP/DANTES as well as courses and training completed in the military, criminal justice academies, technology certification programs, and health services certification programs. See https://www.brightpoint.edu/paying-for-brightpoint/pay-tuition/military-veterans-educational-benefits/credit-for-prior-experience/ |
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College Level Information
Number of Transfer Students
3835
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | At Brightpoint, our vision is "A success story for every student." With our small classes, our large number of courses and in-demand programs (including many online!), partnerships with area employers, and our award-winning faculty, Brightpoint Community College can help you begin your journey to a Bachelor's degree, a job, or both! |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | A student's catalog year determined by their first semester of attendance. |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | A student's catalog year determined by their first semester of attendance. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Not required. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Health Sciences | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
| Southside Virginia Community College | Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in General Studies-Health Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Health Science | Associate | Associate of Fine Arts | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Marymount University | Health Sciences (BS) - Exercise Science/Strength Conditioning Specialization | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Marymount University | Health Sciences (BS) - Public Health Specialization | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Marymount University | Health Sciences (BS) - Pre-Professional Specialization | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Marymount University | Health Sciences (BS) - Physical Therapy Specialization | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Exercise Science Clinical Health (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Health Sciences (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Germanna Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Germanna Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences in Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Rappahannock Community College | AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Health-STEM Specialization | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science Specialization in Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Bridgewater College | Chemistry Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Biology (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - General (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Biochemistry (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Education (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Forensic Science (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph-Macon College | Chemistry - Research (BS) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Arts in Coaching | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Averett University | Bachelor of Science in Coaching | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Germanna Community College | Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in General Studies - Specialization in Health & PE | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid, Online |
| James Madison University | Bachelor of Science, Major in Kinesiology | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Richard Bland College | Associate of Science-Life Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Sports Management | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Exercise Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Health and Wellness | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Physcial Education Teacher Licensure | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| William & Mary | Kinesiology & Health Sciences - Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| William & Mary | Kinesiology & Health Sciences - Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Health and Exercise Science Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Bridgewater College | Health and Physical Education Major - BS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph College | Bachelor of Arts in Sport and Exercise Studies: Coaching and Sport Performance | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph College | Bachelor of Arts in Sport and Exercise Studies: Health and Fitness | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Randolph College | Bachelor of Arts in Theatre | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Human Performance (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Human Performance: Sports Management (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Emory & Henry University | Health and Physical Education Teacher Preparation (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Lynchburg | BS in Health and Physical Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27-2021.00 | Athletes and Sports Competitors | Compete in athletic events. | Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ |
| 27-2022.00 | Coaches and Scouts | Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category. | Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ |
| 39-9031.00 | Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate techniques and form, observe participants, and explain to them corrective measures necessary to improve their skills. Develop and implement individualized approaches to exercise. | Personal Care and Service Occupations |
| 25-1193.00 | Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
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