Here at the American Public University System the program in Health Sciences offers you the opportunity to gain basic general education and earn college credits to complement your medical knowledge and healthcare training.
This AAS degree is ideal for a variety of healthcare careers; including medical assistants, laboratory technicians, dental assistants, nursing, and numerous other careers within the healthcare industry.
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
Courses Start Monthly
8-Week Program Format
Courses include:
Minimum required score:
The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.