Interested in Nursing, Allied Health, or another healthcare career? BRCC's Associate of Science in Health Studies gives you a flexible, healthcare-focused pathway to build a strong academic foundation and prepare for your next step.
The program combines science, math, health, and general education coursework that can help prepare you to pursue selective-admission BRCC Nursing and Allied Health programs, continue your education at a four-year institution, or explore other healthcare-related opportunities.
Program at a Glance
Degree
Associate of Science
Credits
62 credit hours
Program Length
4 semesters
Academic Area
Nursing & Allied Health
Application Availability
Spring 2027
One Degree. Multiple Possibilities.
Build a healthcare-focused foundation while preparing for where you want to go next.
Prepare for a Selective BRCC Program
Health Studies includes coursework that aligns with requirements found in selected BRCC Nursing and Allied Health programs:
- Associate of Science in Nursing
- Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Associate of Science in Surgical Technology
The degree helps you remain aligned with healthcare-focused coursework while preparing for your intended program.
Prepare to Transfer
Health Studies can provide a foundation for continued education in a health-related bachelor's degree program.
Potential pathways identified in the program materials include:
- Southeastern Louisiana University: Health Sciences and Kinesiology
- LSU: Public Health
- Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University: Health Sciences
Transfer requirements vary. Work with a College Navigator and your intended institution to select courses appropriate for your goals.
What You'll Study
Build skills across science, health, mathematics, and the liberal arts.
The curriculum provides a broad academic foundation relevant to healthcare education and continued study. For exact requirements, prerequisites, and the most current curriculum, refer to the BRCC College Catalog.
View Health Studies Curriculum & Program PathwaysHealth & Science
- Anatomy and Physiology I & II
- Microbiology
- Biology
- Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Health Professions
- Biomedical Ethics
Math & General Education
- College Algebra
- Elementary Statistics
- English Composition
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Humanities and Fine Arts
Is Health Studies Right for You?
Your healthcare goals may be clear even if your exact destination isn't yet.
Health Studies may be a good fit if you:
- Are interested in healthcare but are still deciding which direction to pursue.
- Plan to apply to BRCC Nursing, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or Surgical Technology.
- Want to continue making progress toward a degree while preparing for a selective-admission program.
- Plan to transfer into a health-related bachelor's degree program.
- Want a broad foundation in science and healthcare to support your next educational step.
Current BRCC Students
Already Pursuing Nursing or Allied Health?
Health Studies provides a declared pathway to keep you moving toward your healthcare goals.
Students currently declared in Nursing, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or Surgical Technology who are awaiting admission to their selective program should review the Health Studies major-transition information. Changing your major does not prevent you from applying to those programs.
Review Information for Current StudentsFrequently Asked Questions
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Build a healthcare-focused foundation and keep moving toward your educational goals.