
Associate's Degree in Health Science For Military Students
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Associate’s in Health Science Overview
Get the credit you deserve and move your career forward faster. Use your military training as an allied health professional to earn your associate’s degree in health science.
- Advance your military medical career with a program uniquely designed for servicemembers and veterans of the Army, Coast Guard, Navy, and Air Force.
- Earn your associate's in health science in as few as 9 courses when applying your allied health occupation and prior military medical training toward degree requirements.
- Study a blend of health care, technical health information, and general education to keep up with the latest industry advances.
- Take the first step toward a future bachelor’s degree by earning your associate’s.
- Save on tuition — we offer significantly reduced tuition rates for servicemembers, including Guard and Reserve, and veterans. Learn more.
- Specialize your degree with an optional preprofessional concentration.
Credit for Your Occupation
Your highly specialized military training counts at Purdue Global. We’ve evaluated various military occupations to reduce the number of required associate’s courses:
- Air Force: 4A0X1, 4A1X1, 4A2X1, 4C0X1, 4D0X1, 4J0X1, 4N0X1, 4N1X1, 4P0X1, 4R0X1, 4V0X1, 4Y0X2
- Army: 18D, 68A, 68C, 68D, 68E, 68EN5, 68F, 68G, 68J, 68K, 68M, 68P, 68PM5, 68Q, 68S, 68V, 68W, 68X, 68Y
- Coast Guard: HS
- Navy: HM
Military Transfer Credit
Servicemembers and veterans, get the recognition you deserve and earn your degree faster with our PME2Degree® program. Use our Military Transfer Credit Estimator to see how much of your occupational and military training counts as college credit.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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We Are a Military Friendly School
Purdue Global understands the importance of a quality education and offers flexible programs designed to support those who balance career, duty, family, and their studies.

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What Courses Will I Take?
Our military medical programs provide a unique opportunity for you to excel in the health science field. Health science coursework includes a focus on anatomy and physiology, chemistry, nutrition, clinical skills, pathophysiology, health education, and health informatics.
Courses are taught by professionals with years of industry experience. Interactive technology allows you to collaborate and engage with fellow classmates.
Sample Courses
- General Chemistry
- Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- Microbiology
- Practices in Public Health
- Associate's Capstone in Health Science
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.
There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Choose the Associate’s Degree That’s Right for You
Apply your allied health occupation and military medical training toward an associate’s degree in health science. Advance your status within the military, continue toward completing a bachelor’s degree, or pursue career opportunities in the health science field.
| AS in Health Science | AAS in Health Science | |
|---|---|---|
| Program Objective | Designed for military servicemembers and veterans focused on earning an associate's degree and progressing toward completing a bachelor's | Designed for military servicemembers and veterans focused on earning an associate’s degree for immediate career progression Learn more about the AAS in Health Science. |
| Program Duration | Earn your associate’s degree in 9 courses or less when applying credit for your allied health occupation toward degree requirements | Earn your associate's in as few as 5 courses when applying credit for your allied health occupation toward degree requirements |
| Transfer Credit Options | Prior military medical and health science training put you on a path toward advancing your education | Allows greater flexibility to apply credit from prior institutions, credit by examination, and experiential learning toward degree requirements to put you on a path for career advancement |
| Key Outcomes | Best option to immediately continue toward a bachelor’s and later a master’s degree in health science | Best option to immediately apply for advancement in a military or civilian career |
Get a Head Start on Your Bachelor's Degree
Completing your associate’s degree online will lay the groundwork for your next degree. You can transfer your associate’s degree into a Purdue Global bachelor’s degree, covering half of the program’s requirements.
Take a Career Assessment
Discover your work interests and use them to chart your ideal career path.
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Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
View the total cost of attendance for your program.
Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Describe a time when you faced a challenge in a health-related setting. How did you handle it?
- What is your approach to managing stress in a health-related environment?
- How do you handle conflicts within a team?
- Tell me about a time in your military experience that has prepared you for this position.
- Have you had experience adjusting your communication style to be more effective? If so, tell me about it.
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Communication
- Community Health
- Management
- Health Education
- Advocacy
- Customer Service
- Coordinating
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Care Coordination
- Research
- Teamwork
- Digital Literacy
- Professionalism
- Ethical Standards and Conduct
Download the Program Brochure
Download our brochure to learn more about the Online Associate's Degree in Health Science for Military Students and the benefits of earning your degree at Purdue Global.
Prepare yourself for success with an associate’s degree in health science for military students.
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