Health Education (A.A.)
Department website: https://www.cerritos.edu/health/
ASSOCIATE OF ART
The Health Education Associate of Arts degree will prepare students to enter a people-oriented, diverse field in promoting lifestyle wellness and improvement in health for all individuals of society. Community health workers assist individuals in changing behaviors and making responsible decisions to achieve a healthier lifestyle. Opportunities for community health education professionals include outreach programs, social support, assessing community needs, and collecting data.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Describe the concepts of healthy living, lifelong wellness, and stress reduction techniques
- Distinguish the components of the U.S. health systems as it relates to their options in healthcare
- Identify the behavior concepts that enhance their quality of life
- Explain the importance of interpersonal relationships and health
Program Requirements
Code Number | Course Title | Units |
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Required Core Courses | ||
HED 100 | Contemporary Health Problems | 3.0 |
HED 110 | Community First Aid and CPR | 3.0 |
or KIN 110 | Community First Aid and CPR | |
HED 202 | Health Systems and Perspectives | 3.0 |
BIOL 120 | Introduction To Biological Science | 4.0 |
Select one of the following: | 4.0-4.5 | |
Elementary Statistics | ||
Enhanced Elementary Statistics | ||
Elementary Statistics | ||
Select one of the following: | 3.0 | |
Stress Management | ||
Women, Their Bodies and Health | ||
or WGS 103 | Women, their Bodies and Health | |
Mind, Body, and Health | ||
Introduction to Health and Society | ||
Principles of the Community Health Worker | ||
Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Wellness | ||
Total Units | 20-20.5 |
ASSOCIATE OF ART DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for an Associates in Arts degree in Health Education, students must take the courses that are designated as having (health education emphasis - major requirements). Complete the General Education requirements and electives to achieve a minimum of 60 units