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Total Credits Required for Certificate: 26-27 credits Health Sciences The Associate of Science in Health Sciences degree at Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) provides students with introductory courses necessary for careers in healthcare administration, healthcare education or as a starting point for students interested in attaining a future professional degree in healthcare . The health sciences degree consists of foundational courses in science, English, math, social sciences , humanities and healthcare. To complete the Associate of Science in Health Sciences degree each student selects an area of concentration (Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Education, or Healthcare Pre -Professional). The degree allows students to customize their educational pathw ay to meet their preliminary professional educational goals. This degree is especially appropriate for individuals interested in entering the field of healthcare with the goal of pursuing a future medical professional degree (physician, physician assistant, physical therapist); healthcare administration; or health education. In addition to traditional students, t he Health Science Degree is appropr iate as an educational pathway for medical professionals who desire to advance their careers in healthcare manag ement or education. The degree offers a combination of on-campus and online courses. Students pursuing a Health Sciences Degree may opt to complete a second major in Cardiovascular Technology, Nutrition and Die