Health Science
Degree:
- Associate of Science in Health Science [✓ TSI]
Career Information:
Find work as:
- Dietitians and Nutritionists
- Health Administrators
- Health Educator
- Physical Therapist
- Physician Assistants
Texas Annual Wages*
- Entry-level range: $37,370 or less
Average: $66,640
*Dietitians and Nutritionists, National Center for O*Net Development. Retrieved October 2025 from onetonline.org.
The Associate of Science (AS) degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. Students working toward the Associate of Science in Health Science degree will complete essential core requirements and electives designed to give them a strong foundation in the health science curriculum, along with the professional skills to pursue a career in their area of specialization.
Consult with an advisor to tailor your course selections to your unique interests and goals. Take the first step towards a rewarding career and join us today!
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A HEALTH CAREERS PROGRAM:
Pre-Health Careers programs are NOT Health Science. If your goal is to apply for a Health Careers program, please contact the Office of Academic Success to find your Success Coach and information about your program.
Why AC for Health Science?
Affordable Education
Save on tuition costs while receiving quality education and personalized support from Success Coaches.
Smooth Transfer
Easily transition to a four-year university through strong articulation agreements and diverse transfer options.
Personalized Attention
Benefit from smaller class sizes and direct access to experienced faculty, ensuring more personalized guidance and support throughout your studies.
Recommended Academic Plan (RAP)
The RAP (or course sequence) shows the suggested order of courses each semester to help you complete your program on time. Your plan may vary based on advising or placement.
View in College Catalog (official program listing) (accessible)
Transfer Opportunities
Transfer seamlessly with your associate degree to pursue a bachelor’s degree at one of our partner universities.
SHSU (Sam Houston) Transfer
- Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Human Performance and Wellness Management
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology – Clinical Exercise Science
SFASU (Stephen F. Austin) Transfer
Questions?
Do you have questions about this program? Contact the Science and Mathematics Success Coach, at sc@angelina.edu or (936) 633-4533. Contact the department at scienceandmath@angelina.edu.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A HEALTH CAREERS PROGRAM:
Pre-Health Careers programs are NOT Health Science. If your goal is to apply for a Health Careers program, please contact the Office of Academic Success to find your Success Coach and information about your program.
