Associate in Science | SC Program: AS.1605

If you're planning to apply to the Registered Nursing, Dental Hygiene, or other health sciences programs at Shasta College, the local Health Sciences degree is designed to give you a competitive edge. This degree helps you build a strong foundation in human physiology and hemostatic mechanisms, providing essential knowledge for success in health-related fields. While it is not intended for students planning to transfer to a four-year university, it can significantly strengthen your application to Shasta College’s health sciences programs. Approved by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office, this degree will be officially noted on your transcript upon successful completion of the program requirements and graduation application.

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Map your education by viewing the program map for the degree or certificate you’re interested in earning below. Submit your interest form.

A program map shows all the required and recommended courses you need to graduate and a suggested order in which you should take them. The suggested sequence of courses is based on enrollment and includes all major and general education courses required for the degree.

Please see a counselor to discuss options for meeting general education requirements for transfer to California State Universities (CSU) and/or University of California (UC) campuses, as well as any specific additional courses that may be required by your chosen institution of transfer.

*Alternative Courses: Please see a Shasta College counselor for alternative course options. You can also view the following to find other courses to meet degree/certificate requirements:

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Academic/Instructional Division Office

Health Sciences

Contact Info
Location Downtown Redding Campus | 1400 Market Street, Suite 8204 | Redding, CA 96001
Mailing Health Sciences Division | PO Box 496006 | Redding, CA 96049-6006
Alternative Phone (530) 339-3661