Biology Education is an Area of Concentration that falls under General Studies Programs.
It should not be confused with a major; it is a program track that is recognized by
Alabama Transfers for the specific purpose of transferring to a four-year college.
Biology Education falls under Natural Science at Lawson State. The Natural Sciences
are academic disciplines that include both life science and physical science. Students
at Lawson can focus on a career path that leads to careers in biology (which is life
science) or focus on more physical sciences that include physics, chemistry, earth
science, and astronomy. Career paths under these pathways are lucrative and include
Animal Science (Vet), Biology, Biology Education, Biomedical Services, Bio Technology,
Chemistry, Chemistry Education, Clinical Lab Science, Dentistry, Health, Nursing,
Nutrition, Neuroscience, Physical Education and more. Students can explore all disciplines
on this page and find their path to success right here.
Benefits of Choosing a Career in the Natural Science Fields
Careers in the Natural Sciences as a whole are quite lucrative. Students interested
in becoming medical doctors, veterinarians, chemist, nurses, nutritionist, physical
education specialist, physical therapists, biologist, veterinarians, botanists, zoologists,
respiratory therapists, pharmacists, environmental scientists, biomedical engineer,
neuroscience and more, should explore this section more.
Our Associate and Science (AS) two-year degree ranges from 60 to 64 transferable credits.
That means that once you graduate from Lawson State, you will be able to enter your
four-year college of choice as a junior and secure a 4-year degree. To increase your
earning power and career possibilities, many Natural Science students continue their
education and get their Masters degrees and Doctorate and Medical degrees in the select
majors.
All Science AS degrees are backed and protected by Alabama Transfers (Learn More).
$65k
Median salary of a biology major with a 4-year degree. As you increase in your education
in this field, your salary will increase.
208K
Average salary of a medical doctor in the U.S.
61K
Average salary of a biology instructor in the U.S.
Dr.Tracey Wilson
Natural Sciences Chairperson
Natural Sciences is a career that has endless possibilities and pathways where
you can find success. You just need one thing: a love for science and your can spring
board your medical or research career or more.
Explore Your Options in the Natural Science Fields
Lawson State Offers a variety of Natural Science Programs. To the Natural Science
pathways, click on the Alabama Transfers bar below. Check with your Transferring
college, and they can provide you with the guidance you need for apppropriate program
selection.
Any area of concentration you select, you can take the classes here at Lawson State
or complete the bulk of your classes here, transfer early and complete a Reverse Transfer
to complete your studies at the four-year college. Students graduating from Lawson's
Natural Science Department are awarded with Associate 2-year degrees--an Associate
in Science. Credits awarded (up to 64) do transfer to 4-year colleges. NOTE: Natural
Science majors need a transfer plan to complete their 4-year degree and beyond. Secure
your guide via Alabama Transfers.
*Animal Bio-Health Sciences (Veterinarian)--AAMU Only
*Animal Science (Veterinarian)--AU Only
*Atmospheric and Earth Science--UAH Only
Biology
Biology Education (Middle/High School)
Biomedical Sciences
*Bio Technology (Applied/Plant)
Chemistry
Chemistry Education (Middle/High School)
*Clinical Lab Sciences/ Medical Tech
*Denistry--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer to a 4-year college. Or, if interested in our Dental
Assistant Program, go to the Health Professions page.
*Environmental Science
*Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (AU Only)--
General Science Education (Middle/High School)
*Geography
*Geology
*Geospatial and Environmental Infomatics (AU Only)
Health Education (Middle/High School)
*Health Informatics (USA Only)
Health, PE and Recreation
*Kinesiology and Exercise Science
*Lab Sciences (AU Only)
*Meterology
*Neuroscience
Nursing--Complete your 2-year degree and exit with a Nursing Degree. See Health Professions
for more information.
*Nutrition
Physical Education
*Rehabilitation
Science (General)
Physics
Physical Science
*Physical Therapy--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer up to the 4-year
Pharmacy--Select Chemistry as your 2-year path & transfer to a 4-year college
Pre-Med--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer to a 4-year college
Occupational Therapy--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer up.
Optometry--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer to a 4-year college
Oseteopathics--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer to a 4-year college
Pediatrics--Select Biology as your 2-year path & transfer to a 4-year college
*Note: Some specialized career pathways (Areas of Concentration) may not be listed as part
of Lawson State's official catalog. However, if the pathway is part of Alabama Transfer,
then the College will honor your path. In such cases, though, you may have to transfer
early to complete more specialized courses (under Area V in your degree plan). You
can still be awarded your Lawson State degree via the Reverse Transfer option once
those courses have been completed. For more information, contact Lawson's Records
Office.
Alabama Transfers outlines what specific courses you need for each Science or related
field pathway (Area of Concentration). Click below to review your area of interest
or to discover even more Social Science pathways that may be of interest to you.
Explore your Natural Science Pathway and more career options via Alabama Transfers.
Want specific information related to Lawson State's programs and course listings outlined
in their catalog? Click here.
Take Your Next Steps
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Interested in learning more about the application process and how you can get here?
Our team is here to help you find your way.
Explore your options by looking into these related programs.
Pre-Med
Use your love for science and become a doctor. There are many fields you can study
within the medical field. Consider becoming an internal medical doctor or pediatrician
or surgeon. The sky is the limit.
Health Professions
The love of science can lead to many Health Professions careers from nursing to
dentistry to radiography to more. Lawson has several two year degrees that you can
explore.
Animal Science
Use your love for science and consider a career as a Veterinarian. If you love
pets and science, this could be the career for you.
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