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    Associate of Science in Health Studies

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    The Associate of Science degree in Health Studies provides students the opportunity to earn a degree that leverages their previous educational and work experience to achieve personal and professional growth. The curriculum builds upon the occupation/disciplinary education a student may have with coursework in arts and sciences.

    The curriculum builds upon the occupation/disciplinary education a student may have with coursework in arts and sciences. 

    This program provides students who have completed a certificate in healthcare or related field and have worked in healthcare an opportunity to receive block credit for their certificate program or receive a certification in a specialized area upon completion of all other degree requirements.

    Associate of Science in Health Studies Program Information


    This degree is designed for any individual who desires to work in healthcare or a related area and desires to earn an associate of science degree.

    The Associate in Health Science has the unique opportunity to provide a student, who has completed a certificate in a healthcare or related field from a regionally accredited college or university or an accepted professionally accredited program (for example, CAAHEP, JRCERT, AAMA, ARCSTSA) and working in the field of healthcare, to receive block credit for their certificate program or receive a certification in a specialized area upon completion of all other degree requirements.

    AS in Health Studies Degree Information

    • The program is designed for individuals who work in healthcare or seek a strong foundation in healthcare.
    • This degree can be a terminal degree or may be utilized to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree.
    • A student may transfer up to 30 credit hours from both the healthcare-related technical/vocational credits and the general education credits earned at a regionally accredited institution.
    • The curriculum integrates natural and applied science knowledge and understanding of human health for advanced education and/or entry-level role in a healthcare environment.
    • Students apply critical thinking and holism skills to assess healthcare issues.
    • Creates an understanding of intercultural responsiveness and action in one’s role as a change agent.

    Health Studies Curriculum

    To receive an associate degree in health studies, students must earn a minimum of 60 total credit hours. All students are required to complete specific coursework. This list is a curriculum guide only. Course listings and required curriculum are subject to change. 

    Included within this list is the Educated Citizen Core Curriculum. All students seeking to complete an undergraduate degree at Nebraska Methodist College must complete this set of Arts & Sciences requirements. As an educated citizen, NMC graduates are competent practitioners and respond productively to the complex dynamics of the world, utilizing a diversity of disciplines and perspectives.

    Math Competency

    Following acceptance to the College, all Associate of Science in Health Studies students’ math competency will be assessed via an exam.

    If you do not achieve the designated competency score in any area of the exam, you will need to take a module in that topic area in the Mathematical Concepts course.

    Health Studies Courses

    • Health Studies Pathway (39 Credits)

      • Credit for Prior Learning – Accredited Certificate Program: These credits are reviewed and approved by the Program Director

      • Elective Courses - Determined by review

    • Core Curriculum (6 Credits): The Educated Citizen 101 & The Educated Citizen 201

    • Foundation Courses (15 credits)

      • Communication (6 credits): COM 101, COM 255/262

      • Humanities (3 credits): HUM 213/22x/25x/27x

      • Natural/Applied Sciences and Math (3 Credits): BIO/CHE/PHY/SCI/MAT
      • Social Sciences (3 Credits): PSY 101/PSY 215
      • Program Total: 60 credits
    This list should only be used as a curriculum guide. Course listings and required curriculum are subject to change.

    Health Studies Pathway

    Credit for Prior Learning – Accredited Certificate Program
    DETAILS
    These credits are reviewed and approved by the Program Director.

    Elective Courses
    DETAILS
    The professional program courses and supporting elective credits contributing to health studies preparation are reviewed and approved by the Program Director

    Educated Citizen

    COR 101
    EDUCATED CITIZEN 101
    DETAILS
    This course introduces NMC’s mission, values, Educated Citizen Core and the Core Advocacy Project. Students develop inquiry skills through the study of critical thinking, mindset principles, and their application to personal, contemporary, and professional contexts. Students will engage in selected concepts of professional communication that allow them to articulate and present their ideas effectively. Students will initiate their Core Advocacy Project after familiarizing themselves with NMC’s mission and values, examining their personal values and passions, and exploring community needs.

    COR 201
    EDUCATED CITIZEN 201
    DETAILS
    This course focuses on developing leadership skills that enable students to connect effectively with others, particularly across differences. Students explore social issues, identities, and cultures through a sociological lens, learning to respond to these differences as Educated Citizens. The course also develops students' abilities to communicate professionally within interdisciplinary teams.

    Prerequisite: COR 101

    Core

    BIO/CHE/PHY/SCI/MAT
    DETAILS

    Courses are advised based upon student career objectives

    * At least one science course directly supportive of health science preparation with a lab equivalent of 1 credit/45 contact hours lab is required in core curriculum

    COM 101
    ENGLISH COMPOSITION
    DETAILS
    This course provides instruction and practice in writing, with emphasis on the recursive processes of generating, drafting, revising and editing. Students develop skills in producing and evaluating written communications in private and public contexts.

    COM 255/262
    Beginning Healthcare Spanish or American Sign Language Basic Skills
    DETAILS
    Access to healthcare is greatly affected by one's command of language. Students in this course engage in the exploration of language and culture then apply these concepts to the healthcare environment through service-learning and community engagement. Students develop practical communication skills that enable effective cross-cultural work with health professionals and clients with backgrounds different from their own. This course lasts over the entire semester.

    HUM 213/220-279
    Humanities Elective
    DETAILS

    PSY 101/215
    PSYCHOLOGY COURSE
    DETAILS
    PSY 101     INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY This course offers students an engaging introduction to the essential topics in the field of psychology. Throughout this scientific study of human behavior and the mind, students will survey and gain insight into the history of the field of psychology, as well as explore current theories and issues in areas such as wellness, emotion, cognition, motivation, perception, consciousness, social and personality, and memory. PSY 215     LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT The Lifespan perspective involves several basic contentions: development is life-long, multidimensional, multi-directional, plastic, historically embedded, multi-disciplinary and contextual. Three imperative developmental issues are explored: maturation and experience, continuity and discontinuity and stability and change. Students study how humans develop and how they become who they are.

    Accreditation & Licensure

    Nebraska Methodist College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Admissions Information

    Criteria

    In order to be eligible for admission into our Associate of Science in Health Studies program, you must meet all of the following criteria. 

    • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
    • High school and college transcripts.
    • Up to 30 transferable college credits.
    • Success in prior math and science courses.
    • Non-Nebraska residents meet state authorization requirements.

    Requirements

    To apply, the following items must be submitted to the Admissions Office:

    Deadlines

    Prospective students may apply anytime and are accepted from deadlines throughout the year. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and students will be notified of their acceptance by letter, email or phone.

    Starting Term - Fall 2026

    Standard Deadline - 7/10/2026

    Costs & Financial Aid

    NMC is committed to helping you find every avenue to finance your education. View the Tuition by Program & Degree page for a comprehensive list of all fees.

    Cost Per Credit Hour

    $623

    Cost of Attendance

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    NMC Scholarships consist of funds generously provided by the Methodist Hospital Foundation to assist our students.

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    Employees of Methodist Health System can find details on the MHS Intranet.

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