2009-2010 University Catalog
Community Health, BS
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Banner Code: HH-BS-COMH
This degree prepares students with a basic knowledge and understanding of public health, the health care system, and issues and policies related to health promotion, disease prevention, and education. The focus is to understand health issues related to specific communities and larger populations at the national and international levels.
Public health and community health professionals work in partnership with other professionals in private and public community organizations and are expected to confront complex behavioral, cultural, and social health issues within communities. The skills and knowledge gained through this program prepare graduates to address the local, national, and global health needs of communities and populations, providing understanding, education, monitoring, evaluation, and interventions within a community setting.
Students majoring in Community Health may elect one of four specializations: Global Health, Health Education, Nutrition, or Pre-Health Professions. The program may be completed on a full-time or part-time basis. Interested students are encouraged to contact the Department of Global and Community Health before admission.
A criminal background check may be required of students prior to beginning the internship if the organization requires one. A minimum grade of C must be maintained in all major courses. Students may substitute two 3-credit GCH courses for the internship, depending on the student’s work experience, with their advisor’s approval. |