PHILOSOPHY
The Associate in Science Program is provided in an institutional environment recognized for excellence in healthcare
education. This environment provides a unique perspective for Program courses consistent with the mission of the
College and the philosophy of the allied health programs.
Associate in Science students gain foundation knowledge in and an appreciation for the
complexity of biological organization and function and the diversity of living organisms. Critical thinking, oral, and
written communication skills are developed as students progress through the Program.
These skills foster and encourage lifelong learning.
The faculty believes that the acquired foundation knowledge and academic skills prepare students for entry into
professional programs at the College, for careers in the life sciences, or for transfer To another academic institution to
complete a baccalaureate degree. |
PROGRAM GOALS
Graduates will:
- Demonstrate knowledge, comprehension, and critical thinking skills in major, program, and
general education courses required for transfer into professional clinical programs at Cabarrus
College, for completion of the Associate in Science Degree, or for transfer into a baccalaureate
program at another accredited college or university.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in a variety of settings and
formats.
- Demonstrate knowledge, comprehension, and competency in the safe use of general
laboratory techniques and procedures and research and development techniques and
procedures of biotechnology.
- Apply mathematical principles and rules to the generation and analysis of basic scientific data
and to problem solving in science.
- Demonstrate ability to work in a collaborative environment and with diverse populations.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and analysis skills by questioning data, drawing inferences and
formulating conclusions based on data available.
- Demonstrate ability to gather and assimilate scientific information from technological
resources into effective oral and written communications.
The Associate in Science Degree will be awarded to students who have successfully completed a minimum of
sixty-four (64) credit hours of coursework. Fifty-six (56) of the credit hours must be taken in required courses. |
Recommended Course Sequence for Associate in Science Life Sciences Track
| |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| Semester I |
| BIO 101** |
General Biology I |
4 |
| CHM 101** |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
| ENG 101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
| HEA 110 |
Health and Wellness |
3 |
| CAS 190 * |
Computer Technology Applications |
3 |
| Total |
17 |
| Semester II |
| BIO102** |
Introductory Biology II |
4 |
| CHM 102** |
General Chemistry II |
4 |
| PSY 101 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| ENG 102 |
English Composition II |
3 |
| MAT 161 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| Total |
17 |
| Semester III |
| BIO 100* |
Medical Terminology |
1 |
| BIO 190** |
Microbiology |
4 |
| HUM |
Humanities Elective |
3 |
| BIO 240** |
General Genetics |
4 |
| SPH 201 |
Communication |
3 |
| Total |
15 |
| Semester IV |
| BIO 150** |
Nutrition for Healthy Living |
3 |
| BIO 230** |
Cell Biology |
4 |
| Electives |
General Education Elective |
8 |
| Total |
15 |
| Program Total |
64 |
| |
| *Program Requirements - ** Major Requirements |
Recommended Course Sequence for the Pre-professional Track
| |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| Semester I |
|
| CHM 101 |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
| ENG 101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
| BIO 210 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
4 |
| PSY 101 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| BIO 100 |
Medical Terminology |
1 |
| Total |
15 |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| Semester II |
| BIO 150 |
Nutrition for Healthy Living |
3 |
| BIO 190 |
Microbiology |
4 |
| BIO 220 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
4 |
| PSY 150 |
Human Growth and Development |
3 |
| MAT 161 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| Total |
17 |
| Note: Program required courses vary among the Professional Programs.
Students must refer to the curriculum plan of the professional program of interest to determine the specific
program required courses. |
Pre Nursing Track: Associate in Science Program
The Pre-Nursing Track of the Associate in Science program is a two-semester, 28 credit hour sequence of classes,
that if completed successfully, guarantees admission to the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing.
| |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| Semester I |
|
Elective |
3 |
| ENG 101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
| BIO 210 |
Human Anatomy & Physiology |
4 |
| PSY 101 |
General Psychology |
3 |
| BIO 100 |
Medical Terminology |
1 |
| Total |
14 |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
| Semester II |
| BIO 190 |
Microbiology |
4 |
| BIO 220 |
Human Anatomy & Physiology II |
4 |
| PSY 150 |
Human Growth and Development |
3 |
| MAT 161 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| Total |
14 |
Students will be admitted into the Associate Degree Nursing Program at Cabarrus College at the
end of the second semester if the following conditions have been met:
- All courses in the Pre-Nursing Track have been completed by prior transfer credit
for applicable courses (see criteria 2) or by completion at Cabarrus College.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher achieved for all courses taken at Cabarrus College.
- A grade of B or higher is earned in the following courses at Cabarrus College (transfer
credit is not accepted): BIO 100, BIO 210, and BIO 220 (see the Cabarrus College course
catalog on the College's website for the full course description).
- Successful completion of a Nursing Aide I certification program or listing on the NC NAI Registry.
- Successful completion of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR.
Students who are not accepted into the Associate Degree Nursing Program at the completion of the Pre-Nursing
track may change to the Life Sciences Track to complete an Associate in Science Degree or apply to change
their major to another associate degree program at Cabarrus College.
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Preparation for Other Associate Degrees at Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Professional programs at Cabarrus College have a competitive admission process. Students who are not accepted
upon their first application to the program of choice have the opportunity to take college level coursework while
enrolled in the Associate in Science program, enabling them to complete courses, which would later transfer with a
change of major. Students entering the A.S. program may modify their course sequence to best prepare them for a
particular program in anticipation of a change of major. Any modification must be approved by the student's advisor. |
Preparation for Transfer to Another College or University
Students wishing to pursue a baccalaureate degree at another institution are responsible for ensuring that courses taken
at the Cabarrus College will transfer to the institution and program of choice. Students planning to transfer should consult
with their advisor at Cabarrus College and use the current catalog of the institution to which they plan to transfer as a guide
in selecting courses. |
ADMISSION
For admission into the Associate in Science Degree (AS) program (Pre-Professional and Life Sciences Tracks), applicants
must meet general college admission requirements and must submit:
- an official transcript showing evidence of either high school or college level algebra I, algebra II,
either geometry or a math with algebra II as a pre-requisite, chemistry and biology with a preferred minimum
grade of “C”;
- minimally suggested standardized test scores:
- SAT scores of 430 - critical reading and 380 - math (score of 480 critical reading and 440 math required for pre-nursing) OR
- ACT Composite score of 18 (score of 19 required for pre-nursing) OR
- ASSET (35 in the writing section, 37 in the Reading section and 33 in the Numerical section).
ASSET may not be used for pre-nursing.
- evidence of rank in the upper half of high school class
- two references that speak to academic abilities and/or work ethic.
Applicants are advised to review the admission criteria for any program for which they may be preparing for
transfer and plan accordingly to satisfy those requirements. Admission into one program does not guarantee
admission into another. |
