Life Science Department

Welcome to the Life Sciences Department

The Life Sciences Department at East LA College offers courses to help students transfer in the many STEM-related fields, pursue careers in Allied Health, learn technical skills for laboratory careers, fulfill general education requirements, or to simply satisfy one’s curiosity about the natural world. Students who wish to transfer to universities, such as the UC or CSU system, can earn Associate of Science degrees for transfer in Biology or Health Sciences. Students can complete their prerequisite coursework to apply to a variety of programs; such as, nursing, pharmacy, physician’s assistant, physical therapy, etc. Alternatively, students can complete certificate programs to be ready to work in medical, dental, research, and industrial laboratory settings. The Life Sciences Department strives to provide the most current, accurate, and practical educational experiences for all types of students at ELAC. The goal is that all students, even those who do not major in STEM, receive a high-quality education to succeed their life goals.