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Allied Health

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Need to access financial aid while working on prerequisites for a Health Careers program? Interested in exploring health care, but not sure which direction you'd like to go? The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Allied Health wraps transfer credits around many of our Health Careers and Human Services certificates to create a transfer degree. For students, this creates flexibility and access to many potential career pathways. This degree is a great option if you're still exploring the many health career options available — or if you know exactly where you want to go.

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The Allied Health degree prepares students for various healthcare related training programs with strong knowledge and skills in college-level academics such as math, English, natural sciences, humanities, and social science. Students will be prepared to apply for admission to selective admissions healthcare programs or bachelor of applied science programs.

Length

2 Years*

90 Credits

Costs

Typically $1,590.70*

Tuition & Fees

Financial Aid

Academic Info

Core Requirements

Program Map

Creating Transfer Opportunity

Want to complete one of TCC's Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees or transfer to a four-year college? The Transfer Degree in Allied Health allows students to transfer directly into TCC's Community Health BAS program or Health Information Management program. Students may also transfer to other health career programs. Talk to your advisor about best preparing for your next steps.

The Financial Aid Factor

Students taking prerequisites for a selective entry program such as Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Radiologic Science, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography are usually only eligible for loans. Because the Transfer Degree in Allied Health lets you complete prerequisites while working toward a degree, it opens eligibility for grants that don't have to be paid back. Learn more about Financial Aid.

*Average length to complete and cost to attend is based on a full-time student who is a Washington state resident. The cost displayed refers to quarterly tuition for such a student. Individual program costs and fees may vary.

With the Allied Health Degree, your world in health careers has opened up! Whether you’re interested in imaging sciences, emergency medical services, nursing, pre-medical, or another one of TCC’s healthcare pathways, Allied Health makes all of these options possible. We understand that you want to keep your options open, and this degree was designed to help you do just that.

Top Transfer Options

Tacoma Community College

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON TACOMA

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON

Bellevue College

The Industries

Radiologic Science
Health Information Technology
Community Health
Nuclear Medicine

Nursing
Emergency Medical Services
Respiratory Therapy
Diagnostic Medical Sonography

The Careers

Emergency Medical Technician

Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care.

Respiratory Therapist

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders.

Community Health Worker

Promote health within a community by assisting individuals to adopt healthy behaviors.

Nursing Assistant

Provide or assist with basic care or support under the direction of onsite licensed nursing staff.

Career Explorer

From Our Students

TCC was really the place that opened the door for me for a second career. And that second career has taken me to places that I always wanted to go and wanted to do.”

Leigh Baker
Allied Health Graduate

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Michele Hart

Allied Health Graduate

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Tuition & Payment

TCC is typically 1/3 the cost of a state university. Find out about how much college costs so you can plan for your finances.

Financial Aid

Nearly 60 percent of all TCC students receive some kind of financial aid to help pay for school. We can help you make an investment in your education.