Contact Information
- Division
- Wellness and Athletics
- Dean
- Rachel Johnson
- Associate Dean
- Brandon Johnson
- Division Office
- Ft, Rocklin Campus
Overview
Health Education is designed to provide students with essential information for the evaluation and maintenance of individual health, stressing the mental, social and physical well-being of the individual.
Faculty
Mary V. Conway
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
A.A., Packer Collegiate Institute
B.S., City University of New York, Brooklyn College
M.S., University of Illinois, Chicago
Daniel Diaz Romero
Assistant Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management/Assistant Football Coach
B.S., University of California, Davis
M.A., Western Governor’s University
M.S., University of Central Missouri
Heather Eubanks
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
B.A., California Lutheran University
M.A., Azusa Pacific University
John C. Fusano
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
B.A., California State University, Sacramento
M.A., Saint Mary's College of California
Jason S. Gantt
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
B.S., California State University, Sacramento
M.S., California State University, Sacramento
Alanna Jackson
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
B.A., University of Nevada, Reno
M.S., California State University, Sacramento
Brandie Murrish
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
B.S., California Lutheran University
M.S., California State University, Northridge
M.Ed., Grand Canyon University
Vera Nelson
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
B.A., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
M.S., California State University, Sacramento
Ben S. Noonan
Professor, Athletics/Health Education/Kinesiology/Recreation Management
A.A. Santa Rosa Junior College
B.A., Bemidji State University
M.S., Texas A and M University-Kingsville
Degrees/Certificates
Public Health for Transfer
AS-T
The Associate in Science in Public Health for Transfer degree is designed to provide students with sufficient understanding of public health theories, concepts and applications to succeed in upper division coursework in public health and health-related majors at a four-year college or university. This degree emphasizes a social justice framework, with a focus on the social determinants of health and improving the health of diverse communities. Multiple determinants of health will be explored, including sociological, economic, genetic, behavioral, environmental, and other factors that impact human health and health disparities. They will apply the basic concepts, methods, and tools of public health data collection, use, and analysis to develop an action based approach for community organizing, project planning, education, and advocacy. The major in Public Health prepares students for careers in public health and related health professions in settings including community based organizations, health departments, local state and federal agencies, social service organizations, healthcare organizations, educational institutions and research organizations.
To earn the Associate in Science in Public Health for Transfer degree, students must complete 60 CSU-transferable semester units with a minimum grade point average of 2.0, including both of the following:
- completion of all courses required for the major with grades of “C” or better or "P" if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis; and
- California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC)
The exact wording of the law pertaining to associate degrees for transfer may be found in Education Code Section 66746.
It is highly recommended that, prior to transferring, students complete courses that satisfy the CSU United States History, Constitution and American Ideals graduation requirement. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
RESTRICTION: International coursework from non-United States regionally accredited institutions cannot be applied to associate degrees for transfer.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HED 0002 | Health Education | 3 |
| HED 0101 | Introduction to Public Health | 3 |
| Select 3-4 units from the following: | 3-4 | |
| Data Science for All | ||
| Introduction to Psychological Statistics | ||
| Introduction to Statistics in Sociology | ||
| Introduction to Statistics | ||
| Select 4 units from the following: | 4 | |
| Concepts of Biology | ||
| Biology: A Human Perspective and Biology: A Human Perspective Laboratory | ||
| Select 5-6 units from the following: | 5-6 | |
| Microbiology | ||
| Human Anatomy | ||
| Human Physiology | ||
| General Chemistry I | ||
| General Chemistry I - Part 1 and General Chemistry I - Part 2 | ||
| Introduction to Chemistry I | ||
| Select 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
| Health and Social Justice | ||
| Health Disparities and Equities | ||
| Select 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
| Principles of Nutrition | ||
| Human Sexuality | ||
| Social Problems | ||
| Total Units | 24-26 | |
Courses
Understanding course descriptions
HED 0001. Standard First Aid/Community CPR
Units: 3
Hours: 54 lecture
Theory and detailed demonstration of first aid care of the injured. Students learn to assess a victim's condition and incorporate proper treatment. Standard first aid, CPR, and AED certifications granted upon successful completion of requirements. Recognition and treatment for cardiac and respiratory emergencies, first aid for bleeding, shock, burns, poisoning, stroke, and various injuries. (C-ID KIN 101) (CSU, UC)
HED 0002. Health Education
Units: 3
Hours: 54 lecture
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000
This course will require students to explore, analyze, personalize, and discuss the following issues as they relate to the essential components of health and wellness: nutrition, physical activity/exercise/fitness, weight control, eating disorders and body image, media influences, mental health, stress, violence, substance use/abuse, sexuality and sexual orientation, sexually transmitted infections, reproductive choices/contraception, relationships, disease prevention, environment, health care, aging, and general public health issues. Students will be taught the knowledge and skills necessary to implement lifestyle behaviors that can improve their health and well-being. (CSU, UC)
HED 0010. Health and Aging
Units: 3
Hours: 54 lecture
Designed to identify and examine basic principles and concepts of the aging process; including the physical, social, emotional, and mental components of health. Benefits of health promotion programs and preventive actions for the aging are also explored. (CSU, UC)
HED 0101. Introduction to Public Health
Units: 3
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000
Hours: 54 lecture
Overview of the disciplines of community and public health. Topics include the basic concepts and terminologies of public health; an overview of various public health professions and organizations; the study, prevention and control of diseases in the community; the analysis of the social determinants of health; strategies for eliminating disease, illness, and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; school health promotion; environmental health and safety; and an overview of the healthcare delivery system in the United States. Emphasis will be placed on the development of knowledge and preliminary skills to serve as an effective advocate for community and public health. (C-ID PH 101) (CSU, UC)
HED 0102. Health and Social Justice
Units: 3
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000
Hours: 54 lecture
Provides an introduction to the health inequities in the United States that stem from unequal living conditions. Students will explore how education, socioeconomic status, racism, and gender shape health epidemics and policy development. Fundamental theories to advocate for health and social justice will be explored, and community organizing approaches will be practiced. (C-ID PH 102) (CSU, UC)
HED 0113. Health Disparities and Equities
Units: 3
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL C1000
Hours: 54 lecture
This course will examine personal and social determinants of health through the examination of the role individuals play in their own health and wellbeing, along with the impact of environmental, social, structural, and cultural factors that play a role both in individual and community and public health. Health disparities and inequities in sexually diverse, gender, racial, and minority populations will be explored, and culturally competent ideas to bridge the health equity gap and improve population health will be developed. (C-ID PH 113) (CSU, UC)
Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs)
- Demonstrate the basic skills of first aid and CPR.
- Distinguish principles of healthy weight management through exercise and nutrition.
- List and practice the six components of wellness and/or the five components of health-related fitness.
- Demonstrate knowledge of how the heart functions.
- Create a balance between physical fitness, social well-being, and academic success.
