Human Biology and Wellness
A.S. Degree Biological & Environmental Sciences · Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Associate of Science in Human Biology and Wellness program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the human body, health, and wellness. This interdisciplinary program combines foundational biological sciences with practical wellness principles, preparing students for careers in healthcare, fitness, and wellness industries or for transfer to a four-year university to pursue further studies in fields such as biology, nursing, physical therapy, radiologic technology, and respiratory care. Through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, and hands-on activities, students will explore human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, exercise science, and the principles of holistic health. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, understanding disease prevention, and promoting overall well-being.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Human Biology and Wellness AS: Complete all of the following | 24 | |
| Required Courses: Complete all of the following | 17 | |
| BIOL C1001 | Introduction to Biology | 3 |
| BIOL C1001L | Introduction to Biology Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 101 | Introductory Chemistry | 5 |
| Anatomy and Physiology Options: BIOL 201 & 202 or BIOL 203A & BIOL 203B | 8 | |
| BIOL Option 1: Complete all of the following | 8 | |
| BIOL 201 | General Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIOL 202 | General Human Physiology | 4 |
| BIOL Option 2: Complete all of the following | 8 | |
| BIOL 203A | General Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIOL 203B | General Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| Required Psychology Course - Choose One | 3 | |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC C1000H | Introduction to Psychology - Honors | 3 |
| Required Math Course - Choose one | 4 | |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| STAT C1000H | Introduction to Statistics - Honors | 4 |
Recommended Pathway
Human Biology and Wellness AS
Term 1 (15 units)
- STATC1000 - Introduction to Statistics (4)
- STATC1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (4)
- BIOLC1001 - Introduction to Biology (3)
- BIOLC1001L - Introduction to Biology Lab (1)
- ENGLC1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (4)
- General Elective (3)
Term 2 (15 units)
- BIOL201 - General Human Anatomy (4)
- BIOL203A - General Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
- PSYCC1000 - Introduction to Psychology (3)
- PSYCC1000H - Introduction to Psychology - Honors (3)
- Any AVC GE Area 1B (3)
- General Elective (3)
- General Elective (2)
Term 3 (15 units)
- CHEM101 - Introductory Chemistry (5)
- Any AVC GE Area 3 (3)
- Any AVC GE Area 6 (3)
- General Elective (3)
- General Elective (1)
Term 4 (15 units)
- BIOL202 - General Human Physiology (4)
- BIOL203B - General Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
- Any AVC GE Area 4 (3)
- General Elective (2)
- General Elective (3)
- General Elective (3)