Associate in Science for Transfer in Public Health Crafton - AS-T
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This program map only provides one possible pathway for degree and/or certificate obtainment and is
for reference only.
Please
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to develop your individualized
Student Education Plan.
Requirements for transfer to another College/University may differ from associate degree requirements. Consult with a Counselor!
Please be advised: Online courses vary by semester. Refer to the current
Class Schedule
for accurate online course availability.
Public Health is the study of preventing disease and promoting the health of people and their communities at the local, state, national, and international level. Public health aims to protect the health of populations by promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases, and promoting healthcare equity, quality, and accessibility. The Public Health program provides students with a foundation for a career in public health, health education, and other health-related fields. Upon completing the necessary coursework, students will be prepared to transfer and continue their education and career preparation at a four-year institution of higher learning.
The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.
Apply epidemiological and public health research methods to assess community health needs, assets, and outcomes.
Analyze factors that affect human health and contribute to health disparities, including socio-economic, behavioral, biological, environmental, and systemic factors.
Develop, implement, and evaluate public health programs that improve population health outcomes and promote health equity.
Describe the legal, ethical, structural, and economic dimensions of health care and policy, and the role of different governmental entities in public health.