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Nov 23, 2024
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2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Community Health Promotion, B.S.
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The Bachelor of Science degree in Community Health Promotion provides students with the knowledge and skills to work in community-based programs. The focus of the degree is to prepare health professionals who can assess needs, plan and implement programs, conduct research, communicate health information, and serve as a health resource person. Courses are designed with hands-on learning in mind. Students participate in projects where they are meeting a real community’s health needs. Program graduates work to promote positive health behaviors and prevent disease by collaborating with individuals and communities. Employment opportunities are available in non-profit, government, healthcare, and business sectors. Graduates may also seek certification through professional organizations, such as the National Commission on Health Education Credentialing.
A Community Health Minor (18-19 hours) is also offered.
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Core Curriculum Requirements (30-33 Credit Hours)
For details on the required courses, refer to the Core Curriculum program.
Required Courses (45-46 Credit Hours)
Minor/ Double Major Requirement
Students must complete a minor, an associates degree, or double major. The minor/double major requirement is waived for students who have already completed an associate degree. This will allow those students to complete their 4-year degree in Community Health in 51 or fewer credit hours, depending on prior coursework.
Degree Total = 120 Credit Hours
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