Associate of Science Degrees

Online Associate of Science Degrees

OVERVIEW

Saint Joseph’s College Online offers two majors leading to the associate of science degree. Each major has its own set of core course requirements that provide students with a quality education that enhances their professional skills.

These online degree programs are specifically designed for students with interests in education, business administration, criminal justice, human services, or psychology. Most majors are designed specifically as foundations for specific bachelor of science degrees available through Saint Joseph’s College. Faculty with practical industry experience work one-on-one with you to ensure your success.

CURRICULUM

Students enrolled in the online associate degree program must earn 66 semester-hours credit, twenty-five percent of which must be completed through Saint Joseph’s College. Eighteen semester-hours credit in the associate degree major must be earned through Saint Joseph’s College.

Majors Offered

Radiologic Science Administration

The Associate of Science degree with a major in Radiologic Science Administration (AS/RSA) will provide a degree completion option for individuals pursuing certification in radiologic technology. Students may enroll in the program while working through an approved Radiologic Technologist certificate program, but may not complete the degree program until the certificate program has been completed and the transcripts verified.

Interdisciplinary Studies

The interdisciplinary studies (IDS) degree offers a solid background for students who are employed, or are seeking employment, in accounting, adult education, business, criminal justice, health administration, human services, information technology, long term care, psychology, senior living leadership or theology. It is also an excellent foundation for students who may be unsure as to which specific field they wish to study, as a course sampling of several different disciplines is offered.

Students in the IDS program may choose to study with one of these minors:

• Adult Education & Training
  The adult education and training minor serves as a foundation for the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree completion program. This major is for students who are interested in developing the skills and knowledge to teach/organize training programs at the adult and/or corporate level.

• Business Administration
  The business administration minor serves as a foundation for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree completion program. Courses help develop accounting, economic, marketing, and business management skills and build a solid foundation in basic business practices with an emphasis on its application to “real world” situations.

• Criminal Justice
  The criminal justice minor serves as the foundation for the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree completion program. It offers individuals who work or aspire to work in law enforcement a well-rounded and values-based liberal education.

• Human Services
  An associate degree in human services serves as a foundation for the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree completion program. It is for students interested in developing the knowledge and skills necessary to work with people in a variety of settings and situations.

• Psychology
  The psychology minor serves as a foundation for the Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies degree completion program. It involves the study of behavior and mental processes as well as the theories applied in evaluating behavior. It is for students who are interested in learning more about motivation and behavior.

CAREER MOVES

Industry-specific curriculum in each of these online degree programs prepares you for more responsible positions in a variety of occupations. Courses blend content with your professional experience, allowing for immediate application in your work setting.