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Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy)

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What You’ll Learn

The Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy) program at South College is designed to provide the foundational courses for students who intend to apply to our Doctor of Pharmacy program. It is also excellent preparation for careers in the biological, life, or health sciences, as well as advanced degrees related to the health sciences.

Along with your general education courses, you will receive training in anatomy, physiology, biology, and chemistry. Concentration courses build pharmacy-specific knowledge like prescription data entry, brand-name and generic drug identification, drug safety, and pharmacy law. Full-time students will be able to complete the 114 credit hours required for graduation from this program in 7-8 quarters.

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What can I do with an Associate of Science in Health Science (Pre-Pharmacy)?

Pharmacy Technician Pharmacy Assistant Clinical Laboratory Technician Laboratory Assistant Medical Laboratory Technician Medical Technician Chemical Technician Food Science Technician Pharmaceutical Sales

16%* Estimated Job Growth

Keys to Success

This career path is ideal for students who are organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. You must have excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate consistent professionalism. If your goal is to complete a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, a commitment to ongoing learning is essential.

With this degree program, South College gives students the professional skills and technical knowledge required to be successful in today’s pharmaceutical field. We’re committed to educating professionals who will be career leaders driving the industry forward, and our faculty members provide mentorship and individual guidance when needed. Students also have access to tutors, the Writing Lab, and the Math Lab for additional support.

Two South College students in a chemistry lab.

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Accreditation or Approval

South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award degrees at the doctorate, educational specialist, master’s, baccalaureate, and associate levels. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of South College. Various programs have earned programmatic accreditation or approval as well.
Total Program and Degree Length
Total Program Credits*: 114
Degree Length: 21 months full-time enrollment
*South College operates on the quarter system, offering the possibility for more flexibility and more options for our students.
Program Tuition Rate
$5,400/quarter
South College offers flat-rate tuition, which provides students the opportunity to take more hours for a lower cost. 10-18 hours is the same cost regardless of how many hours are taken.
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Consumer Information

Amounts for tuition, fees, books, and supplies are subject to change. Important information about the educational debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attended this program can be found here. South College follows the required methodology provided by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for the reporting of employment information for graduates. This information is compiled on an annual basis and submitted to the Commission by October 15 each year for graduates during the most recently completed reporting year (July 1-June 30). For more detailed information related to the calculation of graduate employment rates, please click here.

*The career options listed above are a small sample of potential job titles, and are not meant to be comprehensive. Students may or may not find employment in these positions. Job growth statistics are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014–2024 projections. Note that the Bureau does not publish estimates for all job titles, so in some cases these numbers are an approximation based on similar job titles.

Success At South College

Shawn Domm

I chose South College because it came highly recommended from mentors of mine, the faculty is second to none, and the program fits my ever-changing lifestyle. I also chose it because of the flexibility. My wife is still serving in the United States Air Force on Active Duty, and this means that we move when they tell us to move.

- Shawn Domm, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Elizabeth Ferichs

One of the major reasons I chose South College was for the smaller class sizes. It allows more one-on-one time between students and professors, which enhances the learning experience for me.

- Elizabeth Frerichs, Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Adam Hatcher

I went to college originally straight out of high school with the intent of majoring in musical performance with a concentration in theoretical studies. I was not prepared to for college at that point, so I decided to gain some experience and maturity by joining the work force full-time. After working for 10 years, I felt it was time to try school again.

- Adam Hatcher, Bachelor of Business Administration
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