Health Science Navigator, Associate of Science - Pre-Health Information Technology
Career Pathway: Health Sciences
Location(s): General education courses are available at all BC locations. Program specific courses for this program are offered at the A. Hugh Adams Central Campus or Online
Program Entrance Requirements: HS Diploma or GED.
Program Description: The AS degree in Health Navigator is designed to prepare students for employment as health navigators, medical and service managers, and biller and coders. Content includes but is not limited to communication skills, leadership skills, human relations, employability skills, principles of health insurance, introduction to computer literacy, health care organization, medical ethics, legal aspects, and health and safety. Positions can be found in hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
The 60-credit AS degree is intended to provide a completion point for every student not admitted into their HS program of choice. Enrollment in this program does not guarantee admission to any limited access programs. Students will be eligible to be employed as both a Health Navigator and Biller and Coder. A capstone is required, which may require a background check.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENC1101 | COMPOSITION I | 3.00 |
| HSC1531 | MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 1 | 3.00 |
| MGF1130 | MATHEMATICAL THINKING 2 | 3.00 |
| or MAC1105 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA | |
| or MAC1105C | COREQUISITE COLLEGE ALGEBRA | |
| BSC2085 | ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I | 3.00 |
| BSC2085L | ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LABORATORY | 1.00 |
| AMH2010 | HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES TO 1877 | 3.00 |
| or AMH2020 | HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES SINCE 1877 | |
| or POS2041 | NATIONAL GOVERNMENT | |
| GE Course | General Education Humanities Core | 3.00 |
| GE Course | General Education Speech | 3.00 |
| CGS1060C | COMPUTER AND INTERNET LITERACY 3 | 3.00 |
| HSC1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Course | 3.00 |
| HSC2669 | PREVENTION AND COMMUNITY HEALTH 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM2012 | HEALTH RECORDS LAW 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM1253C | CODING I 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Course | 3.00 |
| HIM2232C | CODING II 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Elective | 2.00 |
| HSA2010 | ISSUES AND TRENDS IN PUBLIC HEALTH 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Course 4 | 3.00 |
| HIM2728C | CODING III 1 | 3.00 |
| HSC2810 | HEALTH NAVIGATOR PRACTICUM 1 | 3.00 |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
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Indicates courses are only delivered online.
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These are recommended math courses. If a student places into MAC1105C COREQUISITE COLLEGE ALGEBRA instead of MAC1105, please note MAC1105C is a 5-credit course. Students who register for MAC1105C must see an advisor to discuss their academic plan.
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Students must satisfy the Digital Literacy requirement by testing out, completing a Credit for Prior Learning portfolio, or passing CGS1060C. Students who test out are required to take an approved Program Elective.
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Only 1-credit from this elective will be applied to TC 6375, or the student can take GEB2430 BUSINESS ETHICS for 1-credit.
Notes:
See General Education course information here.
In accordance with Florida Statute and Florida Administrative Code, students may need to satisfy the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement. Visit the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement page at broward.edu/civic-literacy.
program electives
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HUN1201 | HUMAN NUTRITION | 3.00 |
| GEY2615 | PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING | 3.00 |
| HUS2535 | ELDER ABUSE AND AGING | 3.00 |
| HIM2728C | CODING III | 3.00 |
| HUS2442 | DRUG AWARENESS AND EDUCATION | 3.00 |
| HUS2401 | SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND TREATMENT | 3.00 |
| HLP1081C | TOTAL WELLNESS | 2 |
| SYG2010 | SOCIAL PROBLEMS | 3 |
| MCB2010 | MICROBIOLOGY | 3 |
| MCB2010L | MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY | 1.00 |
| CHM1032 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY SCIENCE ALLIED FIELDS | 3 |
| CHM1032L | GENERAL CHEMIISTRY FOR SCIENCE ALLIED FIELDS LAB | 1 |
| GEB2430 | BUSINESS ETHICS | 1.00 |
| BSC2085L | ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LABORATORY | 1 |
| BSC2085 | ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I | 3 |
| BSC2086 | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II | 3 |
| BSC2086L | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II LABORATORY | 1 |
| RTE1000 | INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY | 3.00 |
| PHY1001 | APPLIED PHYSICS | 3 |
| PSY2012 | GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| SYG2000 | PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY | 3 |
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor to create a personalized educational plan.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING
Accelerate your path to completion with these options:
- Credit by exam
- Earned industry certifications
- Prior Learning Assessment
- And much more…
RELATED INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
Upon completing this program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the following industry certifications/licenses: N/A
GET AN INTERNSHIP
After completing your first year of coursework make sure to visit Employment Solutions for internship opportunities and helpful tools like virtual job shadow, to help take your career to the next level!
MEDIAN WAGE AND JOB GROWTH OUTLOOK
Broward College has Career Coach! It is designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.
FUND YOUR EDUCATION
This program is Financial Aid eligible. Scholarships may be available.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Graduates from this program will be able:
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- Graduates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the healthcare system including administrative duties.
- Graduates will demonstrate proficiency with professionalism in terms of service, clinical outcomes, and safety.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENC1101 | COMPOSITION I | 3.00 |
| HSC1531 | MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 1 | 3.00 |
| MGF1130 | MATHEMATICAL THINKING 2 | 3.00 |
| or MAC1105 | COLLEGE ALGEBRA | |
| or MAC1105C | COREQUISITE COLLEGE ALGEBRA | |
| BSC2085 | ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I | 3.00 |
| BSC2085L | ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LABORATORY | 1.00 |
| AMH2010 | HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES TO 1877 | 3.00 |
| or AMH2020 | HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES SINCE 1877 | |
| or POS2041 | NATIONAL GOVERNMENT | |
| GE Course | General Education Humanities Core | 3.00 |
| GE Course | General Education Speech | 3.00 |
| CGS1060C | COMPUTER AND INTERNET LITERACY 3 | 3.00 |
| HSC1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Course | 3.00 |
| HSC2669 | PREVENTION AND COMMUNITY HEALTH 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM2012 | HEALTH RECORDS LAW 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM1253C | CODING I 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Course | 3.00 |
| HIM2232C | CODING II 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Elective | 2.00 |
| HSA2010 | ISSUES AND TRENDS IN PUBLIC HEALTH 1 | 3.00 |
| Elective | Health Science Course 4 | 3.00 |
| HIM2728C | CODING III 1 | 3.00 |
| HSC2810 | HEALTH NAVIGATOR PRACTICUM 1 | 3.00 |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
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Indicates courses are only delivered online.
- 2
These are recommended math courses. If a student places into MAC1105C COREQUISITE COLLEGE ALGEBRA instead of MAC1105, please note MAC1105C is a 5-credit course. Students who register for MAC1105C must see an advisor to discuss their academic plan.
- 3
Students must satisfy the Digital Literacy requirement by testing out, completing a Credit for Prior Learning portfolio, or passing CGS1060C. Students who test out are required to take an approved Program Elective.
- 4
Only 1-credit from this elective will be applied to TC 6375, or the student can take GEB2430 BUSINESS ETHICS for 1-credit.