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Health Care Studies (Healthcare Track)

Associate of Science (A.S.)

Make an impact in the lives of patients. Prepare for FLCC’s Nursing program or other healthcare careers through clinical training while building skills in communication, care, and medical readiness.

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Associate Degree
62-64 Credit Hours
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Program Overview

Our healthcare track is geared towards aspiring nurses and healthcare professionals who wish to make the world a healthier place. The program provides an essential introduction to healthcare and lays the groundwork for success in the industry. Take courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and First Aid and Basic Life Support. A wide variety of elective course options help you further explore your areas of interest.

  • Career Outlook

    Many students who complete this track intend to enter FLCC's nursing program. Others go on to complete a bachelor's degree in healthcare to prepare for careers in related fields, including:

    • Community Health
    • Health Care Administration
    • Human Services
    • Medical Technology
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Pharmacology

    Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

    Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

    If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

    • Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
    • Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

    VIEW TRANSFER AGREEMENTS

  • Innovative, Real-World Healthcare Training

    Practice your healthcare skills in our recently renovated and expanded Sands Family Center for Allied Health. The space includes a real-life hospital setting, science labs, and a holography lab, which allows students to view three-dimensional images of organs to better understand human anatomy and physiology. You'll receive clinical training and guidance from our experienced instructors from day one and benefit from opportunities to practice scenarios.

    Join an Active Health Care Studies Learning Community

    FLCC has a student-led Health Care Studies club that invites anyone interested in healthcare to join. Many club members already work in the healthcare field and are eager to share their opinions, values, and experiences about the industry. The club meets about once a month to build community and assist one another in their studies.

  • Sample Courses

    Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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    Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

  • Prepare for FLCC's Nursing Program

    Admission into FLCC's A.A.S. Nursing program is competitive and assesses your academic history, completion of required courses, cumulative GPA, and other factors.

    Nursing Entry Options for Health Care Studies Students

    Health Care Studies (Healthcare track) students can consider the following entry options to enter the nursing program. Your advisor can assist you in selecting the pathway that is right for you.

    • Health Care Pathway: This program aligns with FLCC's A.A.S. Nursing program course requirements and expectations. As a pre-nursing pathway, this track introduces key concepts essential for nursing success. You'll complete prerequisite and general education courses that meet our nursing requirements and prepare you to enter our nursing program.
    • Admission by Points or TEAS Exam: Eligibility is based on a point system that evaluates academic performance in required courses. If you do not reach the minimum point value, you may take the TEAS exam as an alternate admissions pathway. 

    Visit our nursing admissions page for more details on eligibility requirements. 

What Our Students Say

FLCC Healthcare Studies graduate, Emily Bator.

If healthcare is what you want to do, this program can help you decide what career you want to pursue — whether you want to be a nurse, anesthesiologist, doctor, or surgeon. It gives you information on everything in healthcare, which is really helpful because there are so many career paths.

Emily Bator '21

Earn this Degree for Free with SUNY Reconnect

Complete your associate degree in this high-demand field at no cost. If you are a New Yorker between the age of 25 and 55 with no college degree, review the eligibility criteria to take advantage of this cost-saving opportunity.

Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarship Opportunities

Earn a quality education at an affordable rate. With our low cost per credit and general scholarship opportunities, you can maximize your potential with minimal debt. Our financial aid counselors will guide you through the process and help you understand college costs.

Program Page Cost Statistics

$5,376

per year for in-state tuition ($224 per credit hour).
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76%

of students are eligible for financial aid or scholarships.
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$18M

in financial aid was disbursed to our students last year.
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