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Health Sciences

Associate's Degree

Here’s your chance to broaden your healthcare experience and develop career-focused skills you’ll need as an allied health professional. Our blended Associate's Degree in Health Science online and on campus is offered for Illinois students and allows you to choose among three specializations: Medical Administrative Assistant, Pharmacy Technician or Medical Assisting. You pick the specialization and we’ll take care of you from there. If you are just entering the healthcare field, you can also check out our Healthcare Certificate.

For non-Illinois residents, please visit our Healthcare Associate’s degree page.

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Take Advantage of Our Credential Ladder

If you are utilizing our ladder curriculum by transferring credits in or with a Certificate, you can complete the Associate's specialization program in as few as nine months.1 If you’re not transferring in with past education, we’ll still have you market-ready in as few as 18 months.1
Blend of On-Campus & Online 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 Healthcare degree, either all of your courses will be performed online, or you will have a blend of on-campus and online courses.
Acquire Key Skills

You’ll become proficient in the core areas of 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.

Health Sciences Credentials Offered

Health Sciences Associates

Associate's Degree

Finish in as few as

18 months1

Learning includes

On Campus
Online
Campus Support and Resources
Field Experience

Intended for

Illinois students interested in the versatile world of healthcare and serve as a valuable member of a healthcare team. Also ideal for Illinois students looking to gain practical experience and pursue a successful, fulfilling career specializing in Medical Administrative Assistant, Pharmacy Technician or Medical Assisting.

Prepares you for

Healthcare associate, medical services technician, medical registration or receptionist, medical office manager, medical coder/biller, medical administrative assistant/secretary, medical receptionist, office administrator, medical assistant, pharmacy technician

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The Ultimate List of Healthcare Jobs You Can Launch in 2 Years or Less

You’ve likely been considering a career change for a while, and you want something more than what will just pay the bills. A career in health sciences may be the perfect path for you.

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Turn Your Health Sciences Education into a Career

We’ve made advancing in your health sciences education even easier by offering classes and credentials that fit into a busy working schedule. When you’re ready to build on the solid foundation of prior Certificate or Diploma coursework, and on your in-field experience, an Associate's degree in Health Sciences (online or on-campus) is a natural next step. Through challenging Health Sciences courses, you’ll be prepared to take on new responsibilities and advancement. 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.2

Here is an overview of your potential career field with an Associate's degree in Health Sciences.

Medical Assistants

BLS Projected Growth 2023–2033: 3

15%
BLS Typical Entry-Level Education:
- Postsecondary Non-Degree Award

Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

BLS Projected Growth 2023–2033: 4

5%
BLS Typical Entry-Level Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technicians

BLS Projected Growth 2023–2033: 5

7%
BLS Typical Entry-Level Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent

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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 Assistants Specialists at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm (visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants at https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes436013.htm (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 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/pharmacy-technicians.htm (visited November 26, 2024). Employment conditions in your area may vary.

Health Sciences

Associate's Degree

Health Sciences Credentials Offered

Health Sciences Associates

Associate's Degree

Finish in as few as

Learning includes

Intended for

Prepares you for

Not Sure This Degree Is Right for You?

Take the Next Step—Talk to Us!

Request More Information

The Ultimate List of Healthcare Jobs You Can Launch in 2 Years or Less

Turn Your Health Sciences Education into a Career

Medical Assistants

BLS Projected Growth 2023–2033: 3

BLS Typical Entry-Level Education:

Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

BLS Projected Growth 2023–2033: 4

BLS Typical Entry-Level Education:

Pharmacy Technicians

BLS Projected Growth 2023–2033: 5

BLS Typical Entry-Level Education:

Related Programs

Health Information Management

Health Information Technician

Professional Nursing