Associate in Science Degree in Allied Health Science
San Bruno, USA
Associate of Science
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
About: The Associate in Science in Allied Health Science at Skyline College in San Bruno, California prepares students to transfer to four-year universities or allied-health occupation programmes (Respiratory Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Radiologic Technology, Registered Nurse). It covers prerequisite coursework that varies by school; students should check target programmes. Classes are offered in-person and via the Global Online Learning programme. Skyline links to industry partners like Genentech for internships and transfer pathways.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can enter allied-health support roles. Typical options: Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Radiologic Technologist, Registered Nurse, plus medical assistant, or transfer to bachelor’s degrees in public health.
The Associate in Science degree in Allied Health Science is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year program or a community college allied-health occupation program, such as Respiratory Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Radiologic Technology, or Registered Nurse. Students who plan to apply to a specific allied health occupation program must first complete a set of prerequisite courses. Students who complete the prerequisites for one of these programs will complete this major in the process. Prerequisites can vary slightly from one school to another or may change from one year to the next, so students should check with the targeted school for the current prerequisites needed. Careers in Allied Health professions are among the fastest growing occupations.
In addition to in-person studies, most programs are available through the Global Online Learning (GOL) Program, which allows students to take classes fully online from their home countries.
Required Core Courses
- General Microbiology
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Chemistry for Health Sciences
OR
- General Chemistry I
Plus a selection of at least 3 units from the following:
- Principles of Biology
- Human Biology
- Organismal Biology: Core I
- Introduction to Cell Biology: Core II
- Nutrition
- General Chemistry II
- Emergency Medical Responder
- General Physics I
Total Required Major Units: 20 - 23
And required General Education coursework and electives as needed to meet the minimum 60 units required for the Associate degree.
Students completing this program will be able to:
- Use aseptic technique in clinical and laboratory environments.
- Discuss and understand the role of microorganisms in healthy individuals and in infectious diseases.
- Demonstrate understanding of the structure of the human body.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of the organ systems of the human body.
- Apply the concept of homeostasis to basic principles in medicine.
- Discuss and understand the principles of cellular metabolism, molecular genetics, and immunology.
- Demonstrate the ability to report scientific information appropriately and effectively
- Utilize the scientific method to analyze and interpret data.
- Use the periodic table and other reference sources to gather information needed to solve chemical problems
- Identify functional groups or reaction types and understand the role of biologically important molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids) in the body.
The San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) offer more than 50 institutional scholarships each year, and all enrolled students are eligible to apply. Award amounts range from $300 to $7,000, helping make college more affordable. Students can also apply for external scholarships, such as the $1,000 Study in California Scholarship, to further support their educational journey.