Health Sciences Associates Degree with 2 Specialization Options | Rasmussen University

Health Sciences Associates Degree with 2 Specialization Options | Rasmussen University
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Associate's Degree
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May 13, 2026
July 06, 2026
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18 months
finish in as few as
2 specializations
in Health Sciences
22-25 courses
to complete (varies by specialization)
Health Sciences Program
Here’s your chance to broaden your healthcare experience and develop career-focused skills you’ll need as an allied health professional. Our blended on-campus and online Health Sciences Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) is offered at Illinois campuses and allows you to choose among two specializations:
Healthcare
or
Medical Assisting
. You pick the Health Sciences specialization, and we’ll take care of you from there.
For non-Illinois campuses interested in a Healthcare Associate's degree, please visit our
Healthcare Associate’s degree page
. If you are just entering the healthcare field, you can also check out our
Healthcare Certificate
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Take Advantage of Our Credential Ladder
If you are utilizing our ladder curriculum by transferring with a Certificate, you can complete the Health Sciences Associate’s specialization program in as few as nine months.
If you’re not transferring in with past education, we’ll still have you ready to complete in as few as 18 months.
Blend of On-Campus & Online Health Care Courses
Gain a solid understanding of the healthcare industry with career-focused curriculum in the format best suited to your specialty. Based on which specialization you choose for your Health Sciences degree program, either all your courses will be performed online, or you will have a blend of on-campus and online courses.
Acquire Key Allied Health Science Skills
You’ll become proficient in the core areas of professional development and career success: critical thinking, written and interpersonal communication, and patient services.
Institutional Accreditation
Rasmussen University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (
hlcommission.org
), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
What Skills Will I Gain?
Critical Thinking
Effectively gather data in order to think and act quickly in the interest of your patients’ health and disease prevention.
Written and Interpersonal Communication
Hone written and verbal communication skills to advocate for patients, ensure confidentiality and improve patient care.
Customer and Patient Service
Learn how to deliver care effectively and respectfully to patients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
Professional Problem-Solving
Newly acquired problem-solving and specialized skills in your Health Sciences program will prepare you to take on new allied health science responsibilities.
Your Future is Full of Possibilities in Health Science
We’ve made advancing your health sciences education even easier by offering courses and credentials that fit into a busy working schedule. When you’re ready to build on the foundational knowledge of prior Certificate or Diploma coursework and on your in-field experience, an Associate’s degree in Health Sciences program is a natural next step.
As a Health Sciences Associate’s degree graduate, you can choose to enter the workforce, or you can continue your education by seamlessly transferring your credits into our
Health and Wellness Bachelor’s degree-completion program
Health Science Program Typical Career Paths
Healthcare Specialization
Common careers:
Medical services technician
Medical registration or receptionist
Learning Includes:
On Campus
Online
Campus Support and Resource
Medical Assisting Specialization
Common careers:
Medical assistant
Medical office administrative assistant
Learning Includes:
On Campus
Online
Campus Support and Resources
Field Experience
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Completion time is dependent on transfer credits accepted and the number of courses completed each term.
Graduates of the Health Sciences Associate’s degree program with a specialization in Pharmacy Technician meet the education requirements needed to apply for a Pharmacy Technician license or registration from the board or pharmacy or equivalent agency in the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WI, WY. Other eligibility requirements may apply, please check with the board of pharmacy or equivalent agency in your state of residence. This program may not meet the educational requirements needed to apply for a Pharmacy Technician license or registration in states not listed above, please check with the board of pharmacy or equivalent agency in your state of residence for further information.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants at
(visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Pharmacy Technicians at
(visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical Assistants Specialists at
(visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary.