COVID-19 INFORMATION
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The following information is only for students applying to Health Science programs that require an additional application.
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The first step in applying to a Health Sciences program is to attend a virtual information session. Some programs also offer online recorded sessions, as listed below. If you decide to view an online recorded information session, be sure to sign in with your information at the end of the session.
Attending an information session is strongly recommended. In some cases it's required before submitting an application. Information sessions tend to be informal and cover admission and academic requirements, the application and selection process, curriculum, and career opportunities. Sessions run 60 to 90 minutes and are conducted by the program faculty.
Calendar of upcoming information sessions
View one of the following online information sessions.
Before submitting your program application, you must satisfactorily complete all general AACC admissions requirements.
Learn more about applying to AACC.
Program applications are accepted on a rolling admission basis with a few exceptions. Applications are available in the Florestano Building Room 100 or online. Only complete applications will be processed. Admission to the program is separate from admission to the college. Conditional acceptance is given to qualified applicants who meet all admission and academic requirements.
Information in the program requirements booklets is subject to change. Refer to the application for the most current admission requirements.
| Program | Requirements and Applications | Deadline |
| EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN | ||
| Paramedic |
Rolling |
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The Paramedic program admits students twice a year: January and August. Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| HUMAN SERVICES | No special application | |
| MASSAGE THERAPY |
Rolling |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| MEDICAL ASSISTING |
Rolling |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| MEDICAL CODING |
July 15 |
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Medical Coding application for the fall 2022 class will be available online December 2021 and due July 15, 2022. Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| MEDICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT |
Nov. 15 |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN |
July 15 |
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Application for the fall 2022 class will available online December 2021 and due July 15, 2022. Preference for AA County Residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| NURSING | ||
| Fall | ||
| Registered Nurse |
March 10 |
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The RN application for the fall 2022 class will be available online Dec. 1 and due March 10, 2022. Refer to page 12 of the Requirements Booklet on how to apply online. Selection to this program is competitive. |
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| Spring | ||
| Registered Nurse |
Aug. 10 |
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The RN application for the spring 2023 class will be available online May 1 and due Aug. 10, 2022. Refer to page 12 of the Requirements Booklet on how to apply online. Selection to this program is competitive. |
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| LPN, Paramedic, Veterans to RN Advanced Placement |
Rolling |
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| Practical Nursing |
Dec. 15 |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN |
Rolling |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT |
March 30 |
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PTA application for the fall 2022 class will be available online November 2021 and due March 30, 2022. |
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| PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT |
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Sept. 1 |
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The 2021-2022 application cycle is open! The deadline to submit an application through CASPA is Sept. 1, 2021. For information regarding the application process, go to the University of Maryland Baltimore's webpage. |
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| RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY |
Feb. 15 |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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| SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY | Rolling | |
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Preference for Anne Arundel County residency has been removed as part of the program selection criteria. |
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Final acceptance in the program will be contingent upon:
Note: a urine drug screen may be required after admission.
Note: The Nursing and Radiologic Technology programs require passing the ATI TEAS test prior to admission.
Check out these frequently asked questions. If you still don't find what you need, contact the Health Sciences Admissions office.