Study
Health Science
at South College
in Dallas

Are you looking to build a broad foundation of knowledge in health science? In our Associate of Science in Health Science program, you’ll study anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, nutrition, pathophysiology, and physics—foundational topics for a wide range of healthcare fields. Upon completing this program, you will have worked to prepare to continue your education in a specific health professional area or pursue entry-level healthcare positions.

Our Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy) program includes all of the foundational courses needed for students who plan to apply to our Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. If you complete our AS in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy) program followed by our PharmD program, you’ll earn 3 degrees in as little as 5 years—an AS in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy), a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science (Pre-Pharmacy), and a Doctor of Pharmacy.

The health sciences field encompasses many exciting and challenging opportunities. Our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science program is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in the pure and applied health science that can prepare you for pursuing admission to graduate programs or a variety of professional roles. Whatever your goals, our BS in Health Science can be the first stepping stone to a rich and fulfilling future.

Have you completed an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) associate degree and now want to apply those credits toward a bachelor’s degree? Our Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post OTA) program is one of the few programs nation-wide to offer this option, which can save you a great deal of time and expense as you continue your education.

Our Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Post PTA) program is designed for students who have completed a physical therapy assistant (PTA) associate degree and want to apply their credits from that program toward a bachelor’s degree. By earning your bachelor’s degree, you may expand your opportunities for administrative and other roles as a PTA. It is also a key requirement if you wish to apply to the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Are you interested in working in the physical therapy field and helping people regain their health and mobility? In our Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Pre-Physical Therapy) program, you’ll focus on developing the foundational knowledge and complete the prerequisite courses to pursue admittance to our Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.

Our Bachelor of Science in Health Science (Pre-Physician Assistant) program can help you start the journey of preparing to pursue admittance to a graduate physician assistant program.  If you later choose not to pursue a PA program, you may choose to pursue a variety of health profession opportunities.

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science program with concentration options in Imaging Science is designed to prepare students to assume leadership roles in the field of Imaging Science. In this program, you’ll work to gain advanced knowledge and training in such areas as digital imaging, advanced patient care, and special topics.  As a graduate, you’ll have worked to supplement your knowledge and skills in sonography to pursue advanced positions within a healthcare team, including management roles in imaging departments.

The Bachelor of Science in Health Science program with concentration options in Imaging Science is designed to prepare students to assume leadership roles in the field of Imaging Science. In this program, you’ll work to gain advanced knowledge and training in using radiographic equipment to provide quality images to physicians as they diagnose, monitor, and treat a range of medical conditions. Upon completion, you’ll also be eligible to apply to write the certification exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.