Health Sciences A.S. Program
Health Sciences, A.S.
The degree provides opportunities for students who have not determined an area of
specialization in the health field, for students to gain an entry-level position in
health care or the health field upon degree completion, and for incumbent health field
workers seeking to advance their career.
Courses focus on fundamental knowledge in health care services and health communication,
critical thinking skills related to basic health concepts and application of health
care practices, and identification of personal values and ethical standards of practice
within the field. In addition, the degree provides opportunities to attain microcredentials
in Health Coaching, and Basic Life Support and First Aid, upon completion of relevant certifying exam(s). The degree provides opportunity
for transfer to baccalaureate programs.
Health coaching
Health coaches collaboratively work clients and patients to help them create and achieve personal health goals. They assist clients and patients with identifying barriers to success and developing strategies to overcome those barriers using motivation through practical guidance and support.
Basic Life Support and First Aid
Training in Basic Life Support provides the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to life-threatening cardiac and breathing emergencies in adult and pediatric patients. First Aid teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of physical injuries such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, and back injuries, as well as heat and cold related emergencies.
- Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
- Chairperson:
Dr. Donald Hume -
Program Director:
Dr. Jose Nanin - Executive Administrative Assistant:
Diane Guido - Phone: 718-368-5696
- Fax: 718-368-4866
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Room: G-201