Anatomy & Physiology I Online Course for College Credit
BIO 211 3 College Credits NCCRS Credit Recommended

Anatomy &
Physiology IOnline College Course

The body's structure and function โ€” the prerequisite that stands between most students and a nursing or health program.

Anatomy & Physiology I โ€” BIO 211 online college course
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NCCRS Credit Recommended 3 Credit Hours Self-Paced
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97% Completion Rate Course completion rate
28โ€“30 Days Average course completion
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Self-Paced ยท Final Exam ยท NCCRS Recommended

What You'll Learn

A full semester of anatomy & physiology i โ€” completed at your own pace, with no deadlines or fixed class times.

Learning Outcomes

What You'll Be Able to Do

  • Define and use anatomical terminology accurately to describe body positions, regions, and structures
  • Explain fundamental chemical principles and analyze how they support biological processes in living organisms
  • Differentiate between passive and active transport mechanisms and apply these concepts to cellular function
  • Classify and compare the basic units of lifeโ€”cells, tissues, and membranes based on structure and function
  • Analyze how organ systems interact to maintain homeostasis and support overall body function
  • Describe and relate the structure and function of the integumentary, skeletal, and muscular systems, including how these systems support protection and movement
  • Identify the divisions of the nervous system and sensory organs, and explain how they work together to coordinate perception and response
  • Explain the structure and regulatory functions of the endocrine system, and evaluate its role in maintaining internal balance
Topics Covered

Major Course Topics

Organization of the body
Chemistry of life
Cell structure & function
Cellular metabolism
Tissues
The integumentary system
Bone tissue & skeletal structure
Axial & appendicular skeleton
Joints & articulations
Muscle tissue
Muscular system
Nervous tissue
Central nervous system
Peripheral & autonomic nervous system
Special senses
Endocrine system
Homeostasis
At a Glance

Course Details

Course Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 211)
Format 100% online
Learning Style Self-paced โ€” no deadlines or class times
Credits 3 College Credits
Lab Separate โ€” pair with the A&P I Lab (1 credit)
Prerequisites None โ€” entry-level
Assessment 25% Attendance ยท 25% Quizzes ยท 25% Assignments ยท 25% Final Exam
Estimated Completion 4โ€“8 weeks, self-paced
Credit Recommendation NCCRS Credit Recommended
Transfer Information Transferable via the credit recommendation above โ€” your registrar can confirm your school's policy
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The body's structure and function โ€” the prerequisite that stands between most students and a nursing or health program.

๐ŸŽฏ Why It Matters

  • Anatomy & Physiology I is the single most common prerequisite for nursing and allied-health programs
  • Required for physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant, and paramedic pathways
  • Foundational vocabulary and systems knowledge used throughout every clinical program
  • A frequent bottleneck โ€” campus sections fill fast and waitlists delay applications by a full year

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๐Ÿš€ How This Sets You Up

  • Complete 17 chapters from cellular organization through the endocrine system
  • Chapter quizzes, one assignment, and a cumulative final exam
  • 58 contact hours, fully self-paced
  • Pair with Anatomy & Physiology I Lab if your program requires a lab component
  • Continues into Anatomy & Physiology II
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Common Questions Answered.

Everything you need to know about Anatomy & Physiology I โ€” credits, grading, transfer, and how it compares to traditional options.

What is Anatomy & Physiology I?
A college-level study of human body structure and function, covering cells, tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. It is Biology 211 with 17 chapters.
Does Anatomy & Physiology I include a lab?
No โ€” this is the lecture course. Most nursing and allied-health programs require a lab. Pair it with Anatomy & Physiology I Lab.
Will nursing programs accept this?
Many pre-nursing tracks accept ACE-recommended A&P credit โ€” and pairing this lecture with our A&P I Lab gives you the lecture-plus-lab format nursing programs expect. Your program's advisor can confirm your school's policy in minutes.
Do I need prior biology or chemistry for Anatomy & Physiology I?
No formal prerequisite. The course includes a chemistry-of-life chapter to build the needed foundation.
How is Anatomy & Physiology I graded?
Chapter quizzes, one assignment, and a cumulative final exam. 70 or above is required to pass.
How long does Anatomy & Physiology I take to complete?
58 contact hours; typically 28โ€“30 days, though A&P is content-dense and many students take longer.
What's the difference between A&P I and II?
A&P I covers organization, support, and control systems. A&P II covers cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.
Is there a recency limit on Anatomy & Physiology I credit?
Some health programs like sciences completed within the last 5โ€“7 years โ€” taking A&P now gives you a fresh completion date, and your program's advisor can confirm your school's window in minutes.
Is there a CLEP exam for Anatomy & Physiology?
No โ€” College Board doesn't offer an A&P CLEP, so an ACE/NCCRS-recommended course like this is the main self-paced way to earn A&P credit.
What body systems does A&P I cover?
Anatomical terminology, cells and tissues, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.
Is A&P I accepted for nursing programs?
Yes โ€” many pre-nursing and pre-health tracks accept ACE-recommended A&P credit, especially as the lecture-plus-lab pair with our A&P I Lab. Your program's advisor can confirm the specifics in minutes.
Do I need the lab to get science credit for A&P I?
Most four-year and nursing programs require the lab component โ€” pair this with the A&P I Lab course if your program needs a lab science.

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