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Healthcare bound? Get the prerequisites you need.
Health-career bound? Need life science, chemistry, physics, molecular biology, or microbiology courses? Fulfill pre-medical or pre-health requisites and qualify to apply for Federal Financial Aid.*
UCLA Extension’s transfer credit courses satisfy requirements for students interested in applying to professional schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, physician assistant, physical therapy, and more.
Students can enroll in individual courses or the Pre-Medical and General Science Studies Certificate.
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PATH X 406
Histology for the Health Sciences: Organ Systems
A typical course taught across medical, dental, and allied health universities across the world, students in this course examine histological structure and cellular specializations of organs and organ systems of the body.
BIOLGY X 453.2
Intro to Biology of Wild Animals in Human Care
What is wildlife biology, and how do we study it? What is "good" science? Offered in conjunction with the Los Angeles Zoo, this course will introduce students to studying the biology of wild animals at the LA Zoo.
MCD BIO XL 100
Introduction to Cell Biology
Analyze the organization, structure, and function at the molecular level of cell membranes and signaling, membrane transport, intracellular trafficking and cell energetics.
HLT POL X 452.2
Introduction to Clinical Medicine: A Preview for Pre-Health Professionals
This course teaches the essentials of clinical medicine including patient care, human organ systems, common disorders, and medical terminology. Great for pre-medical or pre-health students exploring clinical medicine.
EPS SCI XL 1
Introduction to Earth Science
This introductory Earth Science course covers elements of Earth Science, Earth materials; nature and interpretation of geologic evidence; study of geologic processes, and historical aspects of geology.
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Pre-Med and General Sciences Studies
Virtual Open House
Learn how our certificate program can help you achieve your pre-health goals in this informative, interactive session that includes an opportunity for general advising.