| Health Sciences and Nursing Preparation | |
| Type | Degree program |
|---|---|
| Degree | A.S. |
| Credits | 60 |
| Department | Department of Health Sciences |
| Division | Professional Studies |
| Institution | Oakridge College |
| Category | Academics & Programs |
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Total Credits Required: 60
The A.S. in Health Sciences and Nursing Preparation is a 60-credit program designed for students who want a practical and academic foundation in health sciences, patient care readiness, nursing preparation, and healthcare-related study. This program is intended for students who are preparing for future nursing, allied health, or related health professions while remaining within Oakridge’s role as a preparatory college rather than a clinical licensing institution.
The program combines general education with foundational coursework in human biology, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, health communication, patient care foundations, healthcare systems, and supervised academic practice. Students complete studies in communication, quantitative reasoning, science, and professional responsibility alongside department coursework focused on health, care, safety, and preparation for further study.
Together, these requirements are intended to prepare students for continued education in nursing or allied health pathways, as well as supervised healthcare-adjacent roles that depend on accuracy, responsibility, communication, and professional judgment.
Program Structure
- English: 10 credits
- Anatomy and Physiology: 10 credits
- Psychology: 10 credits
- Chemistry: 10 credits
- Mathematics or Ethics: 10 credits
- One Free Elective: 10 credits
Graduation Requirements
- Completion of at least 60 credit hours
- Successful completion of all required departmental coursework
- Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0
- A grade of C or higher in all core program requirements
- Completion of the capstone or supervised practical requirement
Program Overview
The A.S. in Health Sciences and Nursing Preparation is intended for students seeking a focused pre-health foundation within Oakridge’s Department of Health Sciences and Nursing Preparation. The program prepares students for further study in nursing, allied health, health sciences, or related healthcare pathways while also supporting practical readiness for supervised care-adjacent roles.
Rather than presenting itself as a nursing license or clinical credential, the degree provides a structured academic foundation in health, care, science, communication, and professional responsibility. Within Oakridge’s Department of Health Sciences and Nursing Preparation, this program serves students who want to prepare seriously for future healthcare study while developing the habits of accuracy, discipline, compassion, and reliability expected in health-related environments.