36 monthsProgramme duration
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
BS
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Wellness prepares students to pursue careers in a variety of community, health, and wellness settings. The students are trained to promote lifestyle behavior changes that enhance overall health and reduce the burden of preventable, chronic, and infectious diseases in the communities. The courses, internship, and service-learning experiences prepare students to solve complex community health problems with the goal of improving the health and wellbeing of the population at local, state, and national levels. The program aims to prepare high quality professionals for employment in worksites such as communities, schools, healthcare organizations, colleges/universities, health insurance organizations, and businesses.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Apply culturally relevant and evidence-based practices to educate the public about health and wellness.
- Analyze data to determine the needs of the population with the goal of planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based health promotion programs in the communities.
- Create and disseminate culturally relevant health promotion messages by effectively using a variety of media platforms and strategies.
- Utilize inclusive communication methods and technology to promote health and wellness within communities.
- Develop health and wellness initiatives in collaboration with community partners and stakeholders.
- Apply ethical principles while developing and implementing health and wellness programs in community or workplace settings.
- Identify emerging health threats and engage stakeholders in addressing health issues and planning advocacy efforts.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Health/Healthcare
Degree
BS
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Wellness prepares students to pursue careers in a variety of community, health, and wellness settings. The students are trained to promote lifestyle behavior changes that enhance overall health and reduce the burden of preventable, chronic, and infectious diseases in the communities. The courses, internship, and service-learning experiences prepare students to solve complex community health problems with the goal of improving the health and wellbeing of the population at local, state, and national levels. The program aims to prepare high quality professionals for employment in worksites such as communities, schools, healthcare organizations, colleges/universities, health insurance organizations, and businesses.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Apply culturally relevant and evidence-based practices to educate the public about health and wellness.
- Analyze data to determine the needs of the population with the goal of planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based health promotion programs in the communities.
- Create and disseminate culturally relevant health promotion messages by effectively using a variety of media platforms and strategies.
- Utilize inclusive communication methods and technology to promote health and wellness within communities.
- Develop health and wellness initiatives in collaboration with community partners and stakeholders.
- Apply ethical principles while developing and implementing health and wellness programs in community or workplace settings.
- Identify emerging health threats and engage stakeholders in addressing health issues and planning advocacy efforts.
Admission Requirements
All applicants to the BS degree in Community Health and Wellness must submit:
- Either a high school graduation credential or high school equivalency diploma, or a recognized college associate degree or higher as listed in the transfer admissions policy.
- A completed application for admission, as well as a personal statement or essay.
Applicants also participate in a pre-admission interview.
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