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Pre-Health Care Studies Technical Certificate - Degree Plan


29-35 credit Hours

(Students taking 12 credit hours per semester can complete this certificate in 4 semesters)

Note:


*College Algebra required for Nursing degree and also required for degrees leading to a Bachelor degree

**This course has transfer-level prerequisites that are not included in this degree plan

Note:


***meet with Health Professions Advisor to ensurecorrect electives are selected for degree pursuing

Honors and Global Studies courses will meet degree requirements where applicable.

HP Required Electives


Based on NWACC Health Professions degree pursuing

Respiratory Therapist (4 credit Hours)


Physical Therapy Assistant (5 credit Hours)


Health Information Management (3 credit Hours)


Paramedic (2 credit Hours)


Possible Placement Requirements


These courses are for developing college level skills.

NWACC strongly recommends that students enroll in English and math preparatory courses within the first two semesters.

These hours will not fulfill any degree requirements at NWACC. These courses will not transfer to a four year institution.