(Preparing for) Pharmacy
Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T)—Track 1
Planning Guide 2015–2016
Program Information
Length of Program: 90 Credits
Completion Award: A.S.-T Degree
Program Faculty Advisors
Karen Kreutzer
206-546-4576 kkreutze@shoreline.edu
Linda Kuehnert
206-546-4575 lkuehner@shoreline.edu
Dave Phippen
206-546-4572 dphippen@shoreline.edu
Amar Yahiaoui
206-546-4738 ayahiaou@shoreline.edu
Joyce Fagel
206-546-6984 jfagel@shoreline.edu
Pharmacy —What is it?
Program Description
The Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T) degree is designed
to prepare students for entrance into a bachelor degree
program in the sciences. The primary focus of the AS-T
degree is completion of the necessary math and science
requirements for junior standing at Washington state
Rm 2817 baccalaureate institutions. Students are required to take
additional general education courses after transfer to fulfill
Rm 2821 university requirements. In addition, specific courses are
designated within the AS-T degree to prepare students for
Rm 2822 Pharmacy School. While a bachelor degree is not required
for admission to a Pharmacy program, over 80% of
Rm 2820 students admitted have a bachelor’s degree. Students
may also choose to follow the Associate in Arts-Rm 2814 Individualized Plan (AA-IP) to design their own course
schedule.
Pharmacology is the science of drugs. Pharmacologists study the interaction of chemicals with the human body
to help treat and prevent disease. They dispense, monitor and evaluate drugs that are prescribed by doctors and
other health care professionals; they also provide consultation to patients and medical staff on the selection and
effects of drugs. In addition, Pharmacists are responsible for security of controlled substances and disposal of
hazardous wastes to ensure patient safety and public health.
Areas of study in Pharmacy: Inorganic and Organic Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Quantitative Analysis,
Preventative Medicine, Toxicology, Infectious Disease, Patient Assessment, Drug Design and Development,
Medication Management, Pharmacotherapy of Medical Disorders, Drug Actions, Interactions and Side Effects, ,
Patient Safety, Therapeutics of Special Populations, Public Health and Pharmacy Law.
Career Opportunities—What can I do with a Graduate Degree Pharmacy?
Graduates in pharmacology develop strong scientific, critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills
to work in science and health care fields. Careers include chemical/pharmaceutical sales, pharmaceutical
consultants, research scientist, industrial chemist, crime lab analyst, forensic scientist, and professors.
Potential employers include: Pharmaceutical Companies, Drug and Grocery Stores, Hospitals, Clinics, Medicine
and Manufacturing Companies, Agriculture and Biotechnology Industries, State and Government Agencies,
Colleges and Universities. For more, please visit career information and resources
at www.shoreline.edu/advising/counseling-services/career-counweling.aspx
Transfer Possibilities—Where can I transfer?
The AS-T makes it possible for students to transfer to a number of public and private colleges and universities in
the U.S. with junior standing. Students can transfer to any college/university to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
Washington State Pharmacy Schools are listed below.
Public Institutions
University of Washington
Washington State University
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
SCC Planning Guide | Student Information and Planning Sheet
STUDENT INFORMATION
TRANSFER SCHOOLS OF INTEREST
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Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
Pharmacy Planning Guide—2015–2016 | Associate in Science Transfer (AS-T)—Track 1
The AS-T degree transfers as a package to most baccalaureate colleges and universities in Washington state, satisfying most pre-major
requirements and some general education courses for junior standing. The AS-T degree requires 90 quarter credits in college-level courses
numbered 100 or above with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Each individual course must have a minimum grade of 1.0. In addition, this
planning guide identifies specific courses to take within the AS-T degree requirements to prepare students for entrance into baccalaureate degree
programs or Pharmacy Schools.
See the reverse side for a complete listing of courses that fulfill the general education and distribution requirements.
GENERAL EDUCATION CORE REQUIREMENTS | 18-20 Cr.
Courses used in Gen Ed Core may not be used for distribution.
Course
ENGL& 101
QTR
GR
CR
5
ENGL& 102, 230, or CMST& 101 1
3-5
Multicultural Understanding
5
Recommend: MCS 105 or CMST 203 (WSU)
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning
MATH& 151
5
QTR
GR
CR
6.5
Win, Spr, Sum
6.5
CHEM 173/183
Spr, Sum, Fall
6.5
Organic Chemistry
CHEM& 241/271
Fall, Win
4/3
CHEM& 242/272
Win, Spr
4/3
CHEM& 243/273
Spr
4
QTR
GR
MATH& 211
CR
5
5
BIOLOGY
Course
BIOL& 211
Offered every quarter
QTR
CR
5
BIOL& 212
Win, Spr
5
BIOL& 213
Spr, Sum
5
GR
ELECTIVES (MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY)
A maximum of 5 credits allowed for restricted/vocational courses and a
maximum of 3 credits in Physical Education. Note: These courses are not
required for AS-T degree. They are prerequisites for Pharmacy.
Course
BIOL& 260
QTR
GR
CR
QTR
GR
CR
5
GR
CR
Recommend: World language if needed.
Social Sciences | 5 Credits
Course
1. ECON& 201 (WSU and UW)
QTR
QTR
GR
WASHINGTON STATE COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
MAJOR PREPARATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Pharmacy programs typically require four years of study after entrance,
culminating in a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree. The University of
Washington and Washington State University each admit 80-94 students
per year in their Pharmacy programs. Admission is competitive. Although
Pharmacy programs in Washington state do not require completion of a
Bachelor’s degree before entrance, more than half of applicants have one.
For more information, consult the American Association of Colleges of
Pharmacy: www.aacp.org/
University of Washington—Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.
In addition to the general math and science courses, the UW requires
biochemistry, CHEM 255 and CHEM 256. 10 credits each in Humanities
and Social Sciences are required of which 5 credits needs to be CMST&
210 or 220 for Humanities and ECON& 201 is required for a Social Science.
Application deadline: December 1 for both the PharmCAS
(www.Pharcas.org) and the UW Supplemental Application. Early decision
deadline is September 2. The PCAT entrance exam must be taken no later
than November. International students can apply. All course
prerequisites must be completed by spring quarter.
www.pharmacy.washington.edu/students
Students who choose to pursue their bachelor’s degree at the UW must
meet the high school admission requirements. The UW requires two
years of the same world language in high school or two quarters in college
for admissions. In addition, UW-Seattle requires the third year in high
school or the third quarter of a language in college with a 2.0 to graduate.
Non-native speakers of English are exempt from world language
requirements.
Washington State University—Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.
in Spokane and Yakima.
CR
5
CHEM 255
Win
3
CHEM 256
Spr
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Recommend: BIOL& 231, 232, 270, 274, 277 (WSU required)
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Course
1. CMST& 210 or 220 (UW)
Recommend: PSYC& 100 , PHIL 102, HIST& 116, 117, 118 WSU
CHEM 172/182
Course
MATH& 152 2
Humanities | 5 Credits
Course
1.
CHEMISTRY
MATHEMATICS
Courses list on other side.
Humanities or Social Sciences | 5 Credits
PRE MAJOR PROGRAM | 65.5 Credits
Course
General Chemistry
CHEM 171/181 Offered every quarter
DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS | 15 Credits
WSU requires either ENGL& 102 or CMST& 101
UW accepts ENGL& 102 or 10 cr. of W”—writing intensive
courses.
2 Required for AS-T degree, not for Pharmacy
http://www.pharmacy.wsu.edu/prospectivestudents/pharmacyadmissioninfor
mation.html
In addition to the AS degree math and sciences, WSU requires BIOL& 231,
232, 260 CHEM 255, 256, PSYC& 100, PHIL 102, and ECON& 201. Students
applying without a Bachelor degree may have additional general
education requirements. All course prerequisites must be completed by
summer quarter. Application process begins on June 1 and interviews
begin in August. Early Decision deadline is Sept 2. Applicants will be
accepted until Dec. 1. Applications must be U.S. citizens or permanent
residents. PCAT must be taken by July for Early Decision, no later than
September for regular.
Students who choose to pursue their Bachelor’s degree at WSU before
entering Pharmacy will need two years of a world language in high school
or three quarters or two semesters in college to graduate from WSU.
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016
Shoreline Community College Planning Guide | Course List
The following is a list of classes that satisfy Shoreline's 2015-2016 AS-T degree requirements. Credits for a specific course may be used only
once and may not be applied toward more than one distribution area. Course numbers with an “&” are common course numbers that are
consistent across all Washington state community colleges. To graduate from SCC, complete the Application for Degree and turn it in to the
cashier (2nd floor FOSS-5000 Bldg.) along with the $20.00 application fee no later than the quarter before you plan to graduate.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION
CORE REQUIREMENTS | 18-20 CR
COMMUNICATIONS -5 CR
English &101
Additional Communications – 3–5 CR
English &102, &230
Communication Studies &101
MULTICULTURAL UNDERSTANDING—
5 CR
Art 105
Communication Studies 203, 285
Gender and Women’s Studies 284
History 245
Multicultural Studies 105
QUANTITATIVE |
SYMBOLIC REASONING – 5 CR
Math &151
II. DISTRIBUTION
AREA REQUIREMENTS
HUMANITIES—5-10 CR
No more than 5 credits in 100 level
foreign language.
General Humanities
American Ethnic Studies 106
American Sign Language &121, &122,
&123, &221, &222, &223
Art &100, 105, 234
Art History 105, 204, 210, 224, 225,
226
Chinese &121, &122, &123
Cinema 201
Communication Studies &101, &102,
203, &210, &220, 285
Drama &101
English &111, &112, &113, 154, 200,
207, &220, &226-&228, 229, 236,
&244, &245, &246, 247, 248, 257, 265,
271, 272, 281, 282, 287, 288, 289
French &121, &122, &123
Humanities 111, 112, 113, 140, 275
Japanese &121, &122, &123, &221,
&222, &223
Music 100, &105, 106, 108, 109, &141,
&142, &143, 150, 200, 206, 224, &241,
&242, &243
Philosophy &101, 102, &115, 210,
230, 240, 248, 267
Spanish &121, &122, &123, &221,
&222, &223
Performance Skills/Applied Theory
5 CR Max.
No more than 5 credits in Performance
Skills/Applied Theory
Art 109, 110, 121-123, 131-133, 144146, 250-256, 260, 265, 271-273
Communication Studies 140, &230,
244, 247, 249
Drama 144–146, 167-169, 207–209,
222, 255
Music 114, 115, 118–120, 135, 136,
140, 144, 146, 147, 150–156, 161–167,
170, 175, 180, 184, 196, 204, 205, 207,
210, 211, 212, 225, 226, 251–253, 264,
268, 270, 280, 284, 296
SOCIAL SCIENCES—5-10 CR
American Ethnic Studies 119, 215, 229
Anthropology &100, &204, &206, &207
Business &101
Child Advocacy Studies 102, 202, 285
Communication Studies &102
Criminal Justice &112
East Asia 218
Economics 100, &201, &202,
Gender and Women’s Studies 205, 215,
284, 285, 286, 288
Geography &100, &200, 250, 277
History &116, &117, &118, &136, &137,
&146, &147, &148, 207, &214, &215, 218,
&219, 234, 235, 236, 237, 238, 245, 246,
247, 256, 275
International Studies 101, 200, 201, 205
Multicultural Studies 105, 205, 210, 238,
250
Philosophy &101, 102, 115, 210, 230, 240,
248, 267
Political Science &101, &202, &203, 221,
276
Psychology &100, &200, 206, 207, 208,
209, 210, &220, 225, 236, 245
Sociology &101, 102, 112, &201, 202, 250,
288
ELECTIVES
Students who transfer in equivalent
course work with fewer credits may need
more Elective credits to reach 90 total
credits. A maximum of 5 credits is allowed
for restricted/vocational course work and
a maximum of 3 credits is allowed in
Physical Education.
Notice: Planning guides are intended to guide
students toward completing degree
requirements. They are not intended to
communicate admissions requirements of 4year institutions. Students are strongly urged to
consult with an advisor, college/university
admissions staff, and the catalog of the 4-year
institution to which they plan to transfer. Other
conditions and restrictions may also apply.
Shoreline Community College, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133 | www.shoreline.edu | 2015–2016