Associate of Science in HealthCare (AH)

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Turn Your HealthCare Certificate Into an Associate Degree in Less Than a Year 

An Associate of Science degree in HealthCare, like the one we offer at Casa Loma, is designed for allied health professionals who want to open up new career opportunities through education and position themselves as a future manager and leader in the healthcare industry. This 31-credit, 40-week degree completion program was developed to pair with current or previous healthcare certifications or diplomas to help you develop a broader foundation in the professional, fundamental skills you need to improve yourself and your future. Hone your critical thinking, reflection, and facilitation and gain greater confidence in managing changes; making decisions; and interacting with staff, colleagues, and patients in a variety of medical settings, including nursing homes, hospitals, clinics, doctors’ offices, and other healthcare facilities. 

What Are Some HealthCare Certifications That Pair Well With Our AH Program? 

The Associate of Science in HealthCare program is intended for students who have completed or are currently completing a certificate or diploma in a healthcare discipline in areas like: 

• Medical assistant 
• Diagnostic medical sonographer
• Radiography technologist
• Ultrasound technician 
• Phlebotomy technician 
• Nursing assistant 
• Phlebotomy technician 
• Medical coding specialist 
• Dental assistant 
• Surgical technologist 

How Long Does It Take to Earn an Associate of Science in HealthCare Degree?

Casa Loma College offers a 100% online program designed for those with an existing certificate in a healthcare field of at least 30 credits. You can schedule classes to fit into your busy schedule, making it possible to complete your associate degree in less than a year.

	CIP Code	Credits	Months	Instructional Weeks	Award	Terms
HealthCare	51.0000	31 semester	10 months	80 weeks	A.S. Degree	3 semesters

Make Your Certificate Count: Fast-Track Your Associate Degree

If you’ve earned a certificate in medical assisting or another healthcare field, Casa Loma College makes it easy to turn your hard work into a head start on your associate degree. You’ll receive 30 block credits of transfer, from an accredited college, toward your program, significantly reducing the time it takes to graduate. In addition to these 30 block credits, you may be eligible for up to 15 more credits based on a course-by-course evaluation. Our team will carefully review your transcripts to determine which courses align with our degree requirements, maximizing the value of your previous education. Please note, however, that ANA 210A and 210B are not eligible for transfer credit. With this streamlined process, your prior education brings you closer to your associate degree and opens the door to new career opportunities in the healthcare field.

Why Should You Pursue a HealthCare Associate Degree at Casa Loma College? 

At Casa Loma, our goal is to develop the allied health leaders of today and tomorrow through the study of evidence-based resources and applied competencies, like critical thinking, ethics, and interpretational dynamics. Our Associate of Science in HealthCare degree completion program is fully online, with a schedule that is flexible and perfect for working allied health professionals. We offer comprehensive support to all of our students, from pulling together financial aid packages to career development and job placement services to veterans’ benefits. 

Our Associate of Science in HealthCare courses include: 

• Human Anatomy and Physiology 
• College Writing and Composition 
• Introduction to College Algebra 
• General Physics 
• Computer Applications 
• Critical Thinking and Analysis  
• Career Development 
• Ethics for Science and Health 

Graduates of the Associate of Science in HealthCare will be able to: 

• Improve their proficiency in skills such as writing, computation, critical thinking and ethics 
• Develop essential competencies in organizational skills for interprofessional collaboration 
• Integrate knowledge of an allied healthcare field with the dynamics and complexity of the healthcare industry 
• Practice appropriate competency in oral and written communication and presentation skills 
• Be able to review contemporary issues in healthcare critically and communicate thoughts and opinions effectively 
• Analyze the social, legal, and economic aspects of a problem/situation in order to devise an appropriate strategy for problem-solving 
• Develop skills to identify and coordinate ethical organizational behavior within the healthcare system 

What Is the Outlook for HealthCare Careers? 

The healthcare industry as a whole is expected to see continued growth and expansion over the coming years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare occupations is expected to grow much faster than the average through 2033. They also estimate that, on average, around 1.9 million job openings in healthcare are projected every year. A significant portion of these openings will be due to current professionals leaving these occupations, with the rest being new jobs created in healthcare in order to keep up with the increasing demand for medical services in the U.S. 

Get Started With Our Associate of Science in HealthCare Program 

If you’re ready to train to expand your opportunities as an allied health professional, Casa Loma College is here for you. Enroll in our Associate of Science in HealthCare degree completion program and be on your way to growing your medical career in a matter of months, not years. 

At Casa Loma, we’re here for our students, from enrollment to graduate and beyond, with everything from assistance with financial aid to career placement and job search resources. Be a part of the community at Casa Loma and contact us today about our AH degree program. 

Financial Aid

For those who are eligible, financial aid is an excellent tool to help reduce the out-of-pocket costs to attend college. Whether it’s student loans that are repaid at a low interest rate, or grants that don’t need to be repaid, we’re here to help you discover your options. Casa Loma College has a committed team of financial aid professionals on call to help students and parents navigate the process.

Casa Loma College participates in many programs to help reduce the cost of college, including:

• Federal Pell Grant
• Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
• Federal Work Study
• Federal Direct Loans (Subsidized, Unsubsidized, Parent PLUS)
• CSAC Cal Grant

To learn more about the financial aid process, and what you may be eligible, please refer to our financial aid page.

Veteran’s Benefits

In addition, for those who qualify, Casa Loma College is approved by the California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education (CSAAVE) to offer academic programs under Title 38, United States Code, to enroll veterans and other eligible persons who qualify for educational benefits.

For a full list of benefits, and to learn more, please visit our Veteran’s Benefits page.

View tuition and fees information in the College Catalog.