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Allied Health Pre-Professional

Program Codes: AHPP.AS
Associate in Science Degree

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The need for allied health programs has increased in the last several years. This program was designed for students contemplating a career in nursing, radiography, dental hygiene and medical laboratory technology as well as other allied health careers. Students who plan on taking this program will be able to apply to one of the selective health technology programs at MCC or will be able to transfer to a program at a four year college or university after completion of the associate’s degree.

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Recommended Course Sequence

Below are required courses and recommended course groupings and sequences for program completion. Courses may have prerequisite and corequisite requirements. Check course descriptions for details.

Semester I

4

Note: Students selecting courses that are represented on the ‘Program Electives’ list may not use the course as a program requirement and also as a course elective.

3

Note: Student should check with potential transfer institutions for the appropriate course in this area.

Semester 2

3

Choose mathematics courses designated in the course descriptions as General Education Mathematics, Science, Technology (GE MST).

3

Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).

Semester 3

4

Note: Students selecting courses that are represented on the ‘Program Electives’ list may not use the course as a program requirement and also as a course elective.

4

Select courses from the list below. Select a 4-credit science or mathematics course that has not already been completed successfully. Please review catalog for prerequisites. Program electives should be selected after consultation with academic advisement to discuss career and transfer applicability of the courses.

3

Select courses from the list below. Select a 3-credit course that has not already been completed successfully. Please review catalog for prerequisites. Program electives should be selected after consultation with academic advisement to discuss career and transfer applicability of the courses.

3

Select courses from the list below. Select a 3-credit course that has not already been completed successfully. Please review catalog for prerequisites. Program electives should be selected after consultation with academic advisement to discuss career and transfer applicability of the courses.

Semester 4

4

Select courses from the list below. Select a 4-credit science or mathematics course that has not already been completed successfully. Please review catalog for prerequisites. Program electives should be selected after consultation with academic advisement to discuss career and transfer applicability of the courses.

3

Select courses from the list below. Select a 3-credit course that has not already been completed successfully. Please review catalog for prerequisites. Program electives should be selected after consultation with academic advisement to discuss career and transfer applicability of the courses.

 

3

Select courses from the list below. Select a 3-credit course that has not already been completed successfully. Please review catalog for prerequisites. Program electives should be selected after consultation with academic advisement to discuss career and transfer applicability of the courses.

PROGRAM ELECTIVES

SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS PROGRAM ELECTIVES

Course                        

BIO-105     

SCI-220     

BIO-117     

BIO-118     

BIO-131     

CHM-117     

CHM-118    

CHM-201   

CHM-202    

MAT-129    

MAT-131    

PHY-101

PHY-123 AND PHY-125

 

GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM ELECTIVES

Students may select one course from the following Art History/Fine Arts/Music History/Theater History Coursework

ART-104, ART-105, ART-115, ART-120, ART-123, ART-124, ART-125, MUS-107, MUS-123, MUS-124, THE-105, THE-123, THE-124

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COM-115

CSC-106

ECO-201

ENG-225

History Coursework - Select one course from HIS-121, HIS-122, HIS-221, HIS-222, HIS-256 or HIS-258

Philosophy Coursework - Select one course from PHI-121, PHI-122 or PHI-123

Psychology Courswork - Select one course from PSY-163, PSY-217, PSY-223, PSY-227, PSY-255 or PSY-270

PSY-232

SOC-224

SPA-121

SPA-122

SPE-121

 

 

Total Credits 60

Contact Information

Professional Studies

Contact Name: Jeffrey Herron, Dean, Division of Professional Studies
Contact Phone: 732.906.2502
Contact Email: JHerron@middlesexcc.edu
Website: https://www.middlesexcc.edu/allied-health/


Frequently Asked Questions

What will students learn if they study Allied Health Pre-Professional?

Students will have a strong core of sciences and general education electives to meet the requirements for a degree and/or a certificate. Students will be able to select courses with the assistance of an advisor in their area of interest.

Are there any requirements that must be satisfied before taking courses in the major?

Algebra 1 is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra 1 competency may be verified with a passing score on the College’s placement test or completion of the appropriate course. Students considering nursing must have a “B” or better in high school biology and chemistry both with a lab. Students considering all other allied health fields must have a “C” or better in high school biology and chemistry both with a lab. There may be additional requirements that are required depending on the major chosen.

Can students who major in Allied Health Pre-professional transfer to a four-year college or university?

The Statewide Transfer Agreement for New Jersey ensures that students who earn an A.A. or A.S. degree at a community college will have those credits fully transferable to a New Jersey public four-year institution, will have completed half of the credits required for a basic four-year degree and will have completed all of the lower division general education requirements. In addition, articulation agreements with private institutions may provide similar transfer provisions. Students should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.

How long will it take to complete this degree?

Once students complete developmental coursework (if needed), the certificate can be completed in one year of full-time study and the degree can be completed in two years of full-time study. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.

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