Associate of Applied Science Health Professions is a composite of courses offered at Eastern Gateway Community College. It is designed for students interested in entering a health care profession. A standardized grid will assist those students who are undecided health majors and those who are preparing for a select health program admission toward a terminal degree with an employable skill set. Preparing students with cross training in more than one health care profession offers a health generalist degree with specialization in nurse aide certification.

Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

• Demonstrate competency in the science curriculum.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate understanding of various health fields and required training for each.