Overview
Offered at the Piedmont Summerville Site.
| Entrance Dates: |
Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Length of Program: |
Four Terms |
| Credit Hours Required for Graduation: |
61 |
Program Description: The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Allied Health Professions (AHP) offers flexibility in tailoring the curriculum to suit the individual academic and career objectives of each student. This program entails the completion of a range between 61-64 semester credit hours, comprising 15 hours of general education requirements and 49 hours allocated to healthcare-related occupation courses. These areas of concentration encompass comprehensive healthcare programs that underscore both the theoretical foundations and practical applications crucial for successful entry into the healthcare workforce. Upon graduation, students will possess a solid foundation and relevant skills to excel in various healthcare roles. By working closely with a faculty advisor, students can strategically select courses from specific areas of concentration that align with their desired career trajectory in the healthcare field.
High school graduation or GED is required for admission to this program. For more information regarding this process, please contact the Admissions Office at (706) 771-4028. Refer to program related deadlines.
Employment Opportunities: This curriculum offers adaptable, yet targeted coursework designed to equip students for key roles in the rapidly evolving healthcare sector. With its comprehensive cross-disciplinary approach, graduates of this program can pursue a multitude of promising career paths.
Credentialing (Required): Satisfactory completion of all program courses entitles students to sit for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) examination.
Guided Pathway
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Students who do not follow the Course Sequence listed below may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown.
Piedmont Summerville Day Program - Spring Semester Admission
PROGRAM NAME: Allied Health Professions
AWARD: Associate of Applied Science
CAMPUS: Piedmont Summerville Day Program
Year 1 Spring Semester
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Year 1 Summer Semester
Year 1 Fall Semester
Year 2 Spring Semester