The Associate of Science degree in Health Professions is for students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. This degree is suitable for students who desire to enter directly into an associate level or below nursing program or for those students interested in pursuing a health professions career requiring a four-year degree or higher.! On the Road to Your A.S. in Health Professions A Certificate of Proficiency (13 credit hours) and Technical Certificate (26 credit hours) in Health Professions are achievable as students progress toward the Associate of Science in Health Professions degree. These certifications are suitable for students who desire to enter directly into an associate level or below nursing program or for those students interested in pursuing a health professions career requiring a four-year degree or higher.