Health Science Navigator, Associate of Science - Pre-Dental Hygiene
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 | 6375 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENC1101 | COMPOSITION I | 3.00 | |
| MGF1106 | FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL REASONING 1 | 3.00 | |
| BSC2085 | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I | 3.00 | |
| BSC2085L | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LABORATORY | 1.00 | |
| GE Course | General Education Humanities Core | 3.00 | |
| AMH2020 | HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES SINCE 1877 | 3.00 | |
| or POS2041 | NATIONAL GOVERNMENT | ||
| BSC2086 | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II | 3.00 | |
| BSC2086L | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II LABORATORY | 1.00 | |
| GE Course | General Education Speech | 3.00 | X |
| CHM1032 | CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES | 3.00 | |
| SYG2000 | PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY | 3.00 | |
| HUN1201 | HUMAN NUTRITION | 3.00 | |
| MCB2010 | MICROBIOLOGY | 3.00 | |
| MCB2010L | MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY | 1.00 | |
| HSC1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HSC2669 | PREVENTION AND COMMUNITY HEALTH 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HIM1253C | CODING I 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HSA2010 | ISSUES AND TRENDS IN PUBLIC HEALTH 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HSC1531 | MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HIM2012 | HEALTH RECORDS LAW 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HIM2232C | CODING II 1 | 3.00 | X |
| HSC2810 | HEALTH NAVIGATOR PRACTICUM | 3.00 | X |
| Total Credits | 60 | 31 | |
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Indicates courses are only delivered online.
Notes:
In addition to the courses marked, students must also complete BSC2085L HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LABORATORY to earn TC 6375.
See General Education course information here.
Students must satisfy the Digital Literacy requirement by testing out, completing a Credit for Prior Learning portfolio, or passing CGS1060C COMPUTER AND INTERNET LITERACY.
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.
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:
- Demonstrate proficiency with professionalism in terms of service, clinical outcomes, and safety.
- Demonstrate competency in the knowledge and skills required for entry-level employment in a health management position.
- Demonstrate cultural competency during their Health Service Management externship.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENC1101 | COMPOSITION I | 3.00 |
| MGF1106 | FOUNDATIONS OF MATHEMATICAL REASONING 1 | 3.00 |
| BSC2085 | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I | 3.00 |
| BSC2085L | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I LABORATORY | 1.00 |
| GE Course | General Education Humanities Core | 3.00 |
| AMH2020 | HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES SINCE 1877 | 3.00 |
| or POS2041 | NATIONAL GOVERNMENT | |
| BSC2086 | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II | 3.00 |
| BSC2086L | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II LABORATORY | 1.00 |
| GE Course | General Education Speech | 3.00 |
| CHM1032 | CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES | 3.00 |
| SYG2000 | PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY | 3.00 |
| HUN1201 | HUMAN NUTRITION | 3.00 |
| MCB2010 | MICROBIOLOGY | 3.00 |
| MCB2010L | MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY | 1.00 |
| HSC1000 | INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH SCIENCE 1 | 3.00 |
| HSC2669 | PREVENTION AND COMMUNITY HEALTH 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM1253C | CODING I 1 | 3.00 |
| HSA2010 | ISSUES AND TRENDS IN PUBLIC HEALTH 1 | 3.00 |
| HSC1531 | MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM2012 | HEALTH RECORDS LAW 1 | 3.00 |
| HIM2232C | CODING II 1 | 3.00 |
| HSC2810 | HEALTH NAVIGATOR PRACTICUM | 3.00 |
| Total Credits | 60 | |