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Basic Sciences

Whether you are looking to break into the field or simply understand it better, this suite of science courses will give you the fundamental knowledge you need.

Master the Fundamentals: Online Science Courses to Advance Your Career
Extended Studies' basic science courses will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to meet your goals. Explore courses in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, and more. Our online courses are comprehensive, yet flexible, to meet the needs of busy professionals.

Basic Sciences Courses

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CHEM-40004

Analytical Chemistry

Learn the principles of analytical chemistry and explore a wide range of common techniques and methods used in modern analytical laboratories.

Units
4.00
Cost
$845.00
FPM-40320

Anatomy & Physiology for Allied Health

Develop an integrated understanding of human structure and function

Units
4.50
Cost
$515-$595
BIOL-40357

Biochemistry

Gain an introduction or refresher to biochemistry in this popular undergraduate-level course.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40376

Cancer Biology

This interdisciplinary course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the development, progression, and treatment of...

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40358

Cell and Molecular Biology

Gain an overview of modern cellular and molecular biology and its application in biotechnology.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
CHEM-40005

Clinical Chemistry

Discover how clinical chemists identify and quantify a variety of analytes in blood and bodily fluids using analytical techniques.

Units
3.00
Cost
$725.00
PHYS-40021

Conceptual Physics

Gain foundational knowledge of the key concepts of physics as it relates to the world around us and explore principles of light, electricity, heat,...

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
PHYS-40024

Electricity And Magnetism

This calculus-based physics course is intended to help students acquire interdisciplinary skills to bridge the gap between natural sciences,...

Units
4.00
Cost
$725.00
BIOL-40377

Epidemiology

Explore the basics of epidemiology, including the analysis of disease patterns, strategies for outbreak prevention, and evaluation methods. For...

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
FPM-40432

Exercise Physiology

This course provides the foundational information essential to a thorough understanding of the effects of exercise on human physiology in the field...

Units
3.00
Cost
$655-$845
BIOL-40360

General Biology I

Learn the principles and applications of biology in this undergraduate level course.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40363

General Biology II

Continue learning the principles of biology including ecology, diversity and animal plant form and function.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40364

General Biology II with Lab

Continue learning the principles of biology including ecology, diversity and animal plant form and function. Lab included.

Units
6.00
Cost
$945.00
BIOL-40348

General Biology with Lab

Learn the principles and applications of biology in this undergraduate level course. Lab is included.

Units
6.00
Cost
$945.00
CHEM-40006

General Chemistry I

Gain an introduction to general chemistry and concepts that will be important to your future studies.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
CHEM-40007

General Chemistry I with Lab

This foundational chemistry course include a hands on laboratory involving multi-day experiments that you perform at home.

Units
6.00
Cost
$945.00
CHEM-40008

General Chemistry II

This course is designed for biology, premedical, prenursing, preclinical and prehealth students.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
CHEM-40009

General Chemistry II with Lab

This course is designed for biology, premedical, prenursing, preclinical and prehealth students and includes a hands on laboratory involving...

Units
6.00
Cost
$945.00
PHYS-40026

General Physics I

Develop an understanding of the motion of objects in one and two-dimensions, Forces, Energy, Momentum, Rotation and Fluid flow.

Units
4.50
Cost
$825.00
BIOL-40359

Genetic Counseling

Gain introductory, inter-disciplinary training that strengthens an understanding of the field of genetic counseling as a healthcare profession.

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-40338

Genetics

This introductory genetics course explores inherited traits, their variation, and how traits are transmitted between generations.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BILD-X13

Human Anatomy

This course presents an integrated introduction to the structure and function of cells, tissues, and organs of the human body.

Units
5.00
Cost
$1,850.00
FPM-40684

Human Anatomy with Lab

Gain a basic understanding of human anatomy, its organization, structures, and functions.

Units
6.00
Cost
$995.00
PSYC-40029

Human Growth and Development

Get an introduction to the major theories, models, and research related to human development throughout all stages of the lifespan from birth to...

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40340

Human Physiology

Examine fundamental concepts of human physiology and how the human body works.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40368

Human Physiology with Lab

Examine the fundamental concepts of human physiology and how the human body works. Lab Included.

Units
6.00
Cost
$945.00
BIOL-40371

Immunology

Learn immunology fundamentals and new techniques and applications as they relate to medical diagnostics and biotechnology.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
ANTH-40010

Introduction to Anthropology

This course is designed to introduce students to the general principles of biological and cultural anthropology.

Units
4.00
Cost
$745.00
PATH-40018

Introduction to Clinical Hematology

Aligned with LFS (Laboratory Field Services) guidelines, the course is designed for those needing a hematology prerequisite.

Units
4.50
Cost
$795-$845
PSYC-40028

Introduction to Psychology

Gain an introduction or refresher to psychology in this undergraduate-level course.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
SOC-40007

Introduction to Sociology

Introduces students to the sociological study of society.

Units
4.50
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-40329

Introductory Pharmacology

Learn fundamental principles of pharmacology and mechanisms of drug action.

Units
3.00
Cost
$725.00
PHYS-40025

Mechanics and Thermodynamics

Dive into the foundations of Classical Mechanics and Thermodynamics! Study topics such as Newtonian motion, the dynamics of molecular collisions,...

Units
4.00
Cost
$725.00
BIOL-40367

Medical Microbiology

Introduces students to bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa and emphasizes host-microbe interactions and bacterial and viral pathogens.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40336

Microbiology

Explore the fundamental concepts and applications of microbiology. *no lab component.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40335

Microbiology with Lab

This undergraduate-level microbiology course includes a laboratory component.

Units
6.00
Cost
$945.00
CHEM-40010

Organic Chemistry I

Get an introduction to organic chemistry with an emphasis on structure and bonding, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms and chemical reactivity.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
CHEM-40011

Organic Chemistry II

This undergraduate level course serves as a continuation of Organic Chemistry I.

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00
CHEM-40012

Organic Chemistry Laboratory

Gain essential skills in chemical techniques, data interpretation, and safety protocols. This course is designed to provide an introductory-level...

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-40102

Regulatory Requirements for Drugs & Biologics

Units
2.50
Cost
$675.00
BIOL-40384

Virology

Units
4.50
Cost
$845.00