Allied Health & Biological Sciences Concentration, Natural Sciences AS
Complete core requirements for a bachelor’s degree in allied health and biological fields
Jefferson’s Allied Health & Biological Sciences Concentration, Natural Sciences A.S. degree program provides you with the basic sciences, mathematics, and liberal arts courses needed for seamless transfer to a four-year college or university.
This specific concentration focuses on knowledge and skills needed for success in a wide range of natural science and health care fields. You’ll take classes in life sciences and health care disciplines, learn about the biology of living things and how they interact with the environment, and use scientific investigation principles to solve complex problems.
A concentration in allied health and biological sciences provides excellent preparation for careers in biotechnology, cardiovascular perfusion technology, dental hygiene, dietetics, environmental science, forensic science, forestry, medicine, occupational therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant, veterinary science, and any medical field.
If you are pursuing this program, you should have completed three or four years of high school mathematics, two or three years of traditional science, and four years of English in high school.
This program offers:
- Strong foundation for studies toward bachelor’s and master’s degrees
- Math and science preparation for use in a variety of fields
- Electives that match your scientific interests and career goals
- Cost savings on general education and introductory math and science classes
Graduates can look forward to growth in health careers
Health care jobs are expected to grow at a rate of nearly 20 percent over the next decade, which means more than two million jobs for students pursuing careers in allied health.
Complete your associate’s degree at Jefferson and continue your education in medicine,
chiropractic, dentistry, veterinary, biotechnology, forensic science, nursing, medical
imaging, laboratory science, or other disciplines at a four-year college or university,
going on to a graduate or professional program as needed. You’ll have the skills you
need to diagnose and treat diseases, help someone walk again, or research new medications
and treatment methods.
Learn the scientific method and natural science concepts
When you complete Jefferson’s Natural Sciences A.S. degree with an Allied Health & Biological Science Concentration you will be able to:
- Recognize components of the scientific method
- Conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and evaluate experimental hypotheses
- Apply scientific information to understand natural science concepts
- Transfer having completed seven of 10 SUNY General Education requirements
Contact Enrollment Services for Application and Admissions Information
admissions@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2437, fax (315) 786-2349 or toll free (888) 435-6522
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday
Transfer to the bachelor’s program of your choice
Complete this degree and choose from a wide range of transfer options, including SUNY universities and private colleges.
Formal transfer agreements with some institutions make transfer to specific programs especially smooth:
- Cornell University, College of Agriculture and Life Science, various programs
- Northeast College of Health Sciences
- Paul Smith’s College
- SUNY Alfred State College, Forensic Science Technology B.S.
- SUNY Cobleskill, Agricultural Biotechnology B.S.
- SUNY Empire State College
- SUNY Potsdam
- SUNY Upstate Medical University
- University at Buffalo, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Focus on physical science
Jefferson’s Natural Sciences A.S. program also offers a concentration in physical science. Explore the physical science option.
Degree requirements for Allied Health & Biological Sciences A.S.
| College Foundations | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| INT 111: College Foundations (Graduation Requirement unless met by previous coursework) |
| Mathematics and Science Requirements (31 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BIO Sequence (BIO 131-132, BIO 217-218, or BIO 251-252) | 8 |
| CHE 131: General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
|
MTH 165: College Algebra and Trigonometry, MTH 185: Precalculus, or |
4 |
| MTH 174: Mathematical Probability and Statistics 1 | 3 |
| BIO Elective1 | 3 |
| Mathematics1 or Science Electives1 (2 courses) |
6 |
| Science Elective1 | 4 |
| Computer Science (3 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CIS 110: Introduction to Computing and Applications or higher | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Requirements (18 credit hours) | |
|---|---|
| ENG 101: Research and Composition | 3 |
| ENG 102: Literature and Composition | 3 |
| Humanities Elective2 | 3 |
| Social Science Elective (1 courses)3 | 3 |
| Humanities/Social Science Electives | 6 |
| Free Elective Requirements (9 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Free Electives4 | 9 |
| Physical Education Requirement | 1 Credit Hour |
|---|
Total Credit Hours 63
| Advising Notes: | |
|---|---|
| 1Restricted elective courses in mathematics, laboratory sciences, and science are: Biology: BIO 131 and higher (BIO 221 is not open to students who have passed either BIO 251 or BIO 252) Chemistry: CHE 131 and higher Geology: GEO 131 and higher Physics: PHY 131 and higher Science: SCI 199 Math: MTH 165 and higher |
|
| 2One course must be selected from either of the areas of The Arts or World Languages
in the SUNY General Education Course List |
|
| 3Course must be selected from the SUNY General Education Course Listing for Diversity: Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice and also be from one of the following SUNY General Education Course Listings: Social Science, US History and Civic Engagement, or World History and Global Awareness. | |
| 4Courses tailored to the needs of the student, to be chosen in consultation with academic advisor. New students required to complete INT 111:College Foundations will complete 8 credits of free electives. |
Effective Spring 2018
| Mathematics and Science Requirements (31 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BIO Sequence (BIO 131-132, BIO 217-218, or BIO 251-252) | 8 |
| CHE 131: General Chemistry 1 | 4 |
| MTH 165 or higher (2 courses) | 6 |
| BIO Elective1 | 3 |
| Mathematics1 or Science Electives1 (2 courses) |
7 |
| Science Elective1 | 3 |
| Computer Science (3 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| CIS 110: Introduction to Computing and Applications or higher | 3 |
| Liberal Arts Requirements (18 credit hours) | |
|---|---|
| ENG 101: Research and Composition | 3 |
| ENG 102: Literature and Composition | 3 |
| Humanities Elective2 | 3 |
| Social Science Electives (2 courses)3 | 6 |
| Social Science/Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Free Elective Requirements (9 credit hours) | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Free Electives | 9 |
| Physical Education Requirement | 1 Credit Hour |
|---|
Total Credit Hours 62
| Advising Notes: | |
|---|---|
| 1Restricted elective courses in mathematics, laboratory sciences, and science are: Biology: BIO 131 and higher (BIO 221 is not open to students who have passed either BIO 251 or BIO 252) Chemistry: CHE 130 and higher Geology: GEO 131 and higher Physics: PHY 131 and higher Science: SCI 199 Math: MTH 165 and higher |
|
| 2One course must be selected from either of the areas of The Arts or Foreign Language
in the SUNY General Education Course List |
|
| 3Courses must be Social Science electives selected from two different areas in the SUNY General Education Course Listing for Social Science, American History, Western Civilization, and Other World Civilizations. |
Program Contacts
Mike Guga
Assistant Professor of Biology
mguga@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2347
Todd Vincent
Professor of Biology
tvincent@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2517
Donna Stevenson
Interim AVP for STEM, Health Professions, Business, & Hospitality & Tourism
dstevenson@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2323