Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health

Earn your Allied Health degree—choose a career-ready certificate that fits your path

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Allied Health from Glen Oaks is a flexible, stackable degree designed for students pursuing careers in medical and clinical health support roles. This program includes foundational courses in healthcare along with your choice of one of two high-demand Allied Health certificates—all designed to prepare you for entry into the workforce or continued study in health-related fields.

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Why Choose This Program?

This program is ideal for students seeking fast entry into healthcare, career changers, or those planning to advance their education.

  • Choose from two career-focused certificate options
  • Stack credits toward additional credentials or transfer pathways
  • Local clinical experience and small class sizes
  • Designed to support both traditional and adult learners in southern Michigan and northern Indiana

What You’ll Learn

You’ll develop a strong foundation in:

  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Medical terminology
  • Health records, ethics, and patient care
  • Professional communication and workplace readiness

You’ll also gain specialized skills through one of the required certificate programs (see options below).

Choose One Certificate Track

To complete the AAS in Allied Health, students must successfully complete one of the following Glen Oaks certificate programs:

Program Requirements

To earn the AAS in Allied Health, students must:

  • Be admitted to Glen Oaks Community College
  • Meet placement requirements in reading, math, and English
  • Declare Allied Health AAS as their academic program
  • Complete one of the two listed Allied Health certificate programs
  • Maintain a 2.0 GPA overall, with no ALH course grade below 2.0
  • Meet regularly with an advisor and the Director of Allied Health

  • Apply for graduation through the MYGOCC Student Portal

AAS in Allied Health - Program Details

Transfer Pathways

Students may apply their AAS coursework toward bachelor’s degrees in healthcare administration, health information management, or public health at partner universities. Learn more about Transfer Options.

FAQs

Q: Do I need to complete a certificate as part of this degree?
A: Yes. You must complete one of the two approved certificate programs listed above to graduate with the AAS in Allied Health.

Q: Can I take classes online?
A: Some core courses are online or hybrid. The Medical Coding & Billing Specialist Certificate is fully online. Others include in-person clinical requirements.

Q: Can I take this program part-time?
A: Yes. Many students complete the degree on a part-time schedule while working or raising a family.

Q: What GPA is required?
A: A 2.0 GPA is required for all courses, with no grade lower than 2.0 in ALH (Allied Health) classes.

Q: Is financial aid available?
A: Yes. Most students qualify for aid. Visit our Financial Aid page to learn more.

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