GENERAL STUDIES – A.S.

General Studies curriculum is designed to provide students with a high level of flexibility in selecting courses to meet their individual needs. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in the liberal arts and sciences. Students who already have earned an academic certificate or those students who have spent time in a program, but have decided not to continue in the program, may earn a degree in General Studies. Students may enroll in the General Studies program in order to take time to explore their career options, to determine the healthcare program that best aligns to their interest and skills, or allow them time to improve academic skills before beginning their chosen career program. Students can also build an individualized program in close consultation with an advisor.

Career Exploration

Students unsure about their career options and aptitudes may choose to enter the General Studies program in order to explore their options.

Health Care Career Exploration

Students interested in health care but unsure of which field is best for them might enter General Studies in order to begin their education while exploring their options and aptitudes.

Transitional Studies

Students who may need to improve their academic skills before beginning their chosen programs may begin in General Studies until the time that they are ready to begin their programs.

Individual Studies and Transfer Opportunity

Students who would like to determine their own programs of study may choose this option.

Students who choose this degree option should do so in close consultation with an advisor. Those who choose this option as a means to transfer to a four year College should review the requirements of that College in close consultation with an advisor and a transfer counselor.

Quantitative Analysis (3 credits): Mathematics Elective* must be taken from: MA107 or MA111

Social Sciences (3 credits): Social Science Elective must be taken from: PSY101 or SOC101

General Studies (3 credits): GS201 and GS212

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

All students completing this program are expected to achieve the General Education outcomes described in the General Studies section of the catalog as well as the following learning objectives:

• Articulate effectively through oral communication.

• Articulate effectively through written communication.

• Analyze, evaluate, synthesize and apply information and ideas.

• Appreciate diverse cultural and ethical perspectives and experiences.

• Interpret quantitative information, solve problems using statistical or arithmetical methods and communicate information verbally, numerically or graphically.

• Use processes, procedures, data, or evidence to solve problems and make effective decisions, and draw conclusions.

• Identify need for and evaluate information using it critically, legally and ethically to solve problems.

• Utilize, select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.

General Studies – A.S. Curriculum

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First Year – 2nd Semester
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Second Year – 1st Semester
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Second Year – 2nd Semester
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Additional Degree Requirements

A minimum grade of “C” in all courses except the Natural Science, Math, and Free electives and a Quality Point Average of 2.0.

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RS Course Descriptions
SOC Course Descriptions
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