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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

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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.

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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. 

See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

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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
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Program Requirements

9
Core Courses
5
Major Courses
4
Elective Courses
18
Total Courses
90
Total Quarter Credits

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.

How It Works

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.

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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 ScienceAAS in Health Science
Program ObjectiveDesigned 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 DurationEarn your associate’s degree in 9 courses or less when applying credit for your allied health occupation toward degree requirementsEarn 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

View a sample transfer credit pathway

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

View a sample transfer credit pathway

Key OutcomesBest option to immediately continue toward a bachelor’s and later a master’s degree in health scienceBest 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.

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See Notes and Conditions below for important information.

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.

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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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Our Students Succeed

Purdue Global is dedicated to preparing students like you for the careers of tomorrow.

"Purdue Global recognizes the skills and training of our military and has developed a program in health sciences where servicemembers can earn their associate’s degree in as few as five classes. The associate’s degree bridges into one of seven bachelor’s degrees, five master’s degrees, and a doctorate in health science."

Richard Orona

PhD, US Army Sergeant Major (Retired), Adjunct Faculty

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Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.

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99%

Faculty members who have advanced degrees

58%

Faculty members who have terminal degrees

477

Faculty publications in 2024–2025

More Than 44,000

Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2024–2025

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*Estimated Graduation Date and Average Completion: Estimated graduation date is based on the assumption that you will enroll in time to begin classes on the next upcoming start date, will remain enrolled for each consecutive term, and will maintain satisfactory academic standing in each term to progress toward completion of your program. Completion time is based on a full-time schedule. Programs will take longer for part-time students to complete.

5-Course Determination: The 5-course determination is based on the transfer of 65 quarter credit hours toward the 90-credit AAS in Health Science. As of February 2020, of the 149 U.S. military occupation codes evaluated by Purdue Global across Army, Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force, 40% had 5 courses remaining to complete the degree. Coursework reduction reflects an educational mapping based on the credit recommended by the Medical Education & Training Campus (METC) for occupation duties. Credit awards will vary based on occupation, skill level, completed military courses as listed on your official Joint Services Transcript(s), and applicable prior learning that can apply toward degree requirements. Purdue Global does not guarantee transferability of credit from any of these sources. All credits must be validated on official transcript(s) to be eligible for transfer.

9-Course Determination: The 9-course determination is based on the transfer of 48 quarter credit hours toward the 90-credit AS in Health Science. As of February 2020, of the 149 U.S. military occupation codes evaluated by Purdue Global across Army, Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force 44% had 9 or fewer courses remaining to complete the degree. Coursework reduction reflects an educational mapping based on the credit recommended by the Medical Education & Training Campus (METC) for occupation duties. Credit awards will vary based on occupation, skill level, completed military courses as listed on your official Joint Services Transcript(s), and applicable prior learning that can apply toward degree requirements. Purdue Global does not guarantee transferability of credit from any of these sources. All credits must be validated on official transcript(s) to be eligible for transfer.

Credit Toward a Future Degree: The University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any future programs. Speak to an Advisor about admissions requirements and transfer credit opportunities and see the University Catalog for the Prior Learning policy.

Three-Week Trial: Students who inform Purdue Global they do not wish to pursue the program during the 3-week trial will not be charged. Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial, and will need to meet other specific requirements. Classes will be applied toward a degree if satisfactorily completed and students select to continue their studies at Purdue Global. No credits are earned if the student withdraws during the introductory period (3 weeks for new qualifying undergraduate students), which begins day one of the first term. Graduate programs and BS in Professional Flight not included. Additional terms may apply to international and non-U.S. citizen students. For further information, see the University Catalog.

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