HEALTH 098 1-4 Units
Public Health Work Experience
This course involves supervised training, in the form of on the job employment that will enhance the student's knowledge in the selected field of study. The student's major and job must match. For paid work, 75 hours = 1 unit; for volunteer work, 60 hours = 1 unit. Students may earn a total of 16 units toward graduation in Work Experience 098 courses. See department for specific guidelines.
HEALTH 100 3 Units
Introduction to Public Health
This course introduces students to the purpose, history, organization, and outcomes of public health practice. It also explores the nation’s major public health challenges and proposes various strategies to combat them. Topics include epidemiology, prevention and control of diseases, the analysis of the social determinants of health and strategies for eliminating disease and health disparities among minorities, community organization and health promotion programming, environmental health and safety, global health, and healthcare policy and management.
HEALTH 101 3 Units
Personal Health and Wellness
This course focuses on the exploration of major health issues and behaviors in the various dimensions of health. Emphasis is placed on individual responsibility for personal health and the promotion of informed, positive health behaviors. Topics include physical fitness components, nutrition, weight control, mental health, stress management, violence, substance abuse, disease prevention, aging, basic healthcare, and environmental hazards and safety.
HEALTH 103 3 Units
Introduction to Holistic Health
This course is an introduction to health and healing practices involving the integration of physical, mental, spiritual, and social resources. Students explore ancient disciplines of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Chinese Medicine, as well as modern Western health systems like Biofeedback, Swedish Massage, Reiki, Meditation, Guided Imagery, Herbalism, Humor and Music Therapy. Emphasis is placed on health promotion and prevention of disease, and how we become self-advocates in promoting our own well-being with the assistance of health care professionals.
HEALTH 104 3 Units
Women's Health
This course analyzes the biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of women’s health, with special emphasis on women cross-culturally. Topics focus on current trends in the prevention of chronic diseases and illnesses, the promotion of positive body image, and self-empowerment of women. Students will also explore the application of the lifespan of lifestyle changes to develop strategies to become self-advocates in promoting one’s own well-being.
