If you hold an AAS degree in a health-related field, our applied health sciences major gives you an affordable, convenient path to a bachelor’s degree and beyond. You can transfer up to 65 credits from an accredited community college, completing your applied health sciences degree from Oakland University in about two years. A bachelor of science in applied health qualifies you for better jobs than an AAS, with higher pay and more opportunities for promotion. The applied health sciences major can also propel you to graduate studies, medical school, physician’s assistant school, or another professional degree program. We designed our applied health sciences degree for students with AAS degrees in Dental Assisting, Health Information Technology, Medical Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Physical Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology. If your AAS major is not listed here, you can seek permission to enroll from the chair of the interdisciplinary health sciences department.
If you hold an AAS degree in a health-related field, our applied health sciences major gives you an affordable, convenient path to a bachelor’s degree and beyond. You can transfer up to 65 credits from an accredited community college, completing your applied health sciences degree from Oakland University in about two years. A bachelor of science in applied health qualifies you for better jobs than an AAS, with higher pay and more opportunities for promotion. The applied health sciences major can also propel you to graduate studies, medical school, physician’s assistant school, or another professional degree program. We designed our applied health sciences degree for students with AAS degrees in Dental Assisting, Health Information Technology, Medical Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Physical Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology. If your AAS major is not listed here, you can seek permission to enroll from the chair of the interdisciplinary health sciences department.
Our applied health sciences degree combines the advanced resources of a large university with the personalized attention and one-on-one support of a much smaller institution. You’ll work in state-of-the-art facilities and labs, enjoy undergraduate research opportunities, and have access to specialized technology and faculty.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects job growth in the health care industry to exceed 2 million new jobs over the next decade. Our applied health sciences degree gives you the ability to pursue virtually any health science career niche. Whether you seek employment immediately after graduation, or continue your studies in a graduate program or professional school, the applied health sciences degree equips you for career success.
Oakland University graduates work in all segments of the health care industry. Some of the most common objectives for applied health sciences majors include:
Academic requirements for the applied health sciences degree vary widely from student to student. The program includes broad flexibility, enabling you to align your course selections with your professional objectives. We recommend that you work with closely an academic adviser to develop a plan that fits your needs.
To transfer in as an applied health sciences major, you need to hold an AAS degree in one of these disciplines:
If your AAS major isn’t listed above, you can seek permission to enroll from the chair of the Department of Interdisciplinary Health.
Upon admission to the applied health sciences program, you’ll take required courses in:
Additional coursework is highly flexible and depends upon your academic and professional goals. Consult the Oakland University catalog for a list of electives and course options.