Health Professions (AS Meta-Major)
Meta-Majors at Snow College
This degree is a meta-major, which means it is an ideal major for students exploring majors in life sciences areas. More information on meta-majors at Snow College is available.
As students gain a clearer sense of what they would like to major in, they should declare a regular major, which will have requirements and a program of study that will more fully prepare them for transfer to a four-year program.
Health Professions Program Description
An associate degree in Health Professions provides a strong foundation in the sciences and knowledge essential for pursuing a career in healthcare. It fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, preparing students for further study in fields such as medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, and more. This degree nurtures a passion for helping others and a deeper understanding of the biological and social aspects of health, making it an excellent choice for students exploring options in healthcare but who are not yet ready to specialize in a specific area.
Program Outcomes
A student who completes an associate degree in Health Professions will be able to do the following.
- has a fundamental knowledge of human cultures and the natural world
- can read and research effectively within disciplines;
- can draw from multiple disciplines to address complex problems;
- can reason analytically, critically, and creatively;
- can draw from technical and academic learning about life sciences in discussions of health care services.