Healthcare Sciences is an Associate Degree program (100% Online) offered by Stautzenberger College in Maumee, OH. The program takes 13 months to complete.
Program Overview
The Associate of Applied Science in Healthcare Sciences is designed for students who plan to seek employment in the area of healthcare upon graduation. The program prepares students to enter jobs, be productive with a minimum of on-the-job training, and advance to a position of increased responsibility with emphasis on allied health administrative profession. In addition to attendance in all courses, students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments. These assignments include but are not limited to reading, exercises and problem solving, projects, research, papers, and presentations. A student can anticipate out-of-class activities that equal to about two (2) hours for everyone (1) hour of lecture. Upon successful completion of the program (see graduation requirements section of the catalog), students could seek or obtain entry-level employment in an allied health and/or healthcare administrative related field(s).
Program Outcomes. Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Gain a wide knowledge of health care systems here in the US and best practices used as health care professionals and in professional healthcare settings.
- Review and practice management techniques and strategies for the healthcare professional.
- Develop knowledge and skills in technical and professional areas of healthcare.
- Explore current issues and challenges of diversity in a healthcare professional setting.
- Develop general knowledge as a results of the general education courses in the program.
- Demonstrate a required level of professionalism and skill in both written and oral communication and collaborative skills appropriate to a professional work environment.
- Accurately articulate the legal and ethical standards as well as procedures and regulations appropriate to the healthcare field.
- Understand and demonstrate the appropriate skills required in a medical office.
What sets this Program apart
Why Choose Our Online Healthcare Sciences Program
- Flexible Online Learning Format: Complete your Healthcare Sciences degree 100% online—perfect for busy schedules and working adults.
- Comprehensive Student Support: Get guidance from academic advisors, tutoring services, tech support, and career coaches throughout your program.
- Pathway to Specialized Healthcare Fields: Use your A.A.S. in Healthcare Sciences as a foundation for nursing, medical assisting, or allied health degrees.
- Healthcare-Focused Faculty: Learn from instructors with firsthand experience in hospitals, clinics, and health organizations.
Admission Requirements and Process
All students must demonstrate completion of a high school diploma, a recognized equivalency certificate (GED), a State-authorized examination recognized as the equivalent of a high school diploma (such as HiSET or TASC), a qualifying home-school diploma, or official transcripts of a conferred Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree from an accredited postsecondary institution. All students must also pass a Digital Learning Readiness Assessment (DLRA) with a technical competency score of 70 or higher, must be at least seventeen (17) years of age, and must be interviewed by an admissions advisor prior to enrollment.
Students applying for this program must successfully pass the Wonderlic entrance examination with a minimum score of 17. An applicant who does not achieve the required score may be given a second attempt after a minimum 24-hour waiting period; if unsuccessful, the waiting period increases to 14 days, and failure on the third attempt will result in the inability to enroll at the College.
General Requirements
- Minimum ageYou must be at least seventeen (17) years of age; students under eighteen (18) must have a parent or legal guardian sign the enrollment agreement.
- High school diploma or equivalentYou must document a high school diploma, a recognized equivalency certificate (GED), a State-authorized equivalency examination such as HiSET or TASC, a qualifying home-school…
- Digital Learning Readiness AssessmentEvery student must pass the Digital Learning Readiness Assessment (DLRA) with a technical competency score of 70 or higher, because all students use the College’s Learning…
- Admissions interviewBefore enrolling, every prospective student is interviewed by an admissions advisor to determine whether they have the maturity, motivation, commitment and dedication to succeed…
- Wonderlic entrance examPass the Wonderlic entrance examination; the minimum score for most programs is 17. An applicant who does not pass may retest after 24 hours and again after 14 days; failing the…
Application Process
- 1Complete Your ApplicationOur admissions team is here to guide you through the application process, making it as quick and easy as possible.
- 2Meet with an Admissions AdvisorEvery applicant meets with an admissions advisor, who will answer your questions, walk you through the process and help you determine if this is the right path for your goals and lifestyle.
- 3Gather Your Academic RecordsWe’ll help you collect any required transcripts or documents from previous schools, so we can recommend a program path that aligns with your background, goals, and ambitions.
- 4Take Your Placement TestThis isn’t a test to stress over—it’s just a tool to help us better understand your current skills and place you in the courses where you’ll thrive.
- 5Meet with Financial AidOur experienced financial aid specialists are here to walk you through the options—grants, scholarships, and loans—to help make your education affordable and accessible. Start by completing the FAFSA (school code 004866).
Program Schedule
This program is delivered online. Stautzenberger College courses are not self-paced and must be completed as prescribed in the course syllabus. Students taking courses online must complete the online orientation prior to the first day of the first course and need a computer with high-speed Internet access; the platform for online courses is Moodle.
Each modular program term meets for ten (10) weeks and each term consists of two (2) five (5) week modules. Full-time students take a minimum of twelve (12) and a maximum of nineteen (19) quarter credit hours per term, typically two (2) courses each five (5) week module.
The school’s program page does not list the next start date; contact admissions for upcoming starts.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
The current Maumee tuition and fee schedule (effective 06/29/2026) does not list this program, so no tuition is shown.
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The following financial aid programs are available to qualifying students at Stautzenberger College: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans, Federal PLUS Loans, Federal Work Study, Workforce Investment Act (WIA), private rehabilitation benefits, alternative loan / cash payment programs and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. Students seeking financial aid must first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); the school code for Stautzenberger College is 004866.
Stautzenberger College assists the student and their family in developing a payment plan to enable the student to complete their program. The College also makes available a Retail Installment Contract financing option for students who have not been able to obtain sufficient financing through federal, state, or alternative financial aid options.
In honor of the College’s Centennial, prospective students may apply for a $250 Stautzenberger 100th Anniversary Scholarship by submitting an essay or video; see an admissions advisor for procedures and deadlines.
Estimate your costs with the Stautzenberger Net Price Calculator: https://sctoday.clearcostcalculator.com/student/
Curriculum
Explore the Foundations of Healthcare Sciences
- Medical Terminology: Learn the language of healthcare to communicate effectively in medical settings.
- Anatomy & Physiology: Study the structure and function of the human body and how it relates to disease.
- Health & Wellness: Understand the principles of holistic and preventive care.
- Pharmacology: Gain insight into medication classifications, administration, and safety.
- Electronic Health Records: Learn how to document and manage patient information digitally.
- Professional Success Strategies: Develop communication, problem-solving, and career-readiness skills.
Required Courses
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Career Outcomes
Graduates of the Healthcare Sciences program can pursue roles that support patients, clinicians, and healthcare systems. With healthcare jobs projected to grow faster than average, this degree opens doors to stable and meaningful work in multiple settings.
- Health Unit Coordinator
- Medical Office Assistant
- Patient Services Representative
- Health Information Technician
- Wellness Coordinator
Some graduates may also choose to continue their education in specialized areas like nursing, medical assisting, or healthcare administration.
Most recent graduation and employment rates reported to ACCSC (published January 2026) for this program: graduation rate 33% and employment rate 100% (cohort time frame March 2023 – February 2024).
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Stautzenberger College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and licensed by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools (Maumee registration 99-10-1523T).
ACCSC placed the College on Warning in October 2025 and continued that Warning on May 26, 2026; the College states it remains accredited.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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