Bachelor of Science in Health (BSH)
Track: Community Health
Community Health Course Offering Guide (pdf)
Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)
UNF Community
Health Internship Information
The Department of Public Health offers a program in community
health that culminates in a Bachelor of Science in Health (BSH) degree.
The goal of the Community Health program is to provide students with
the education needed for entry-level community health positions and
for graduate studies. Of major concern to any society is the health
and well-being of its citizens. Although the human lifespan has increased,
chronic and degenerative diseases, and continuing and emerging infectious
disease and injuries are urgent problems that must be addressed. Enhancement
of health at both the individual and community levels is the major focus
of this program of study.
The BSH in Community Health combines a broad spectrum of liberal arts,
basic sciences, social sciences and health science
core and contextual
courses to prepare undergraduate students in the field of health education/health
promotion. Students gain experience and skills in promoting health behaviors
and preventing both chronic and infectious diseases and injury, while
learning the theories and research methods necessary for the development
of this field. Students may take courses related to nutrition, sexuality
education, substance abuse and violence prevention, exercise science,
fitness and aging. Students choose
an area of specialization (minor)
in one of the following: Aging/Adult Studies, Exercise Science or Health
Education
Students are encouraged to apply for membership in Eta Sigma Gamma,
our National Health Education Honorary and the Student Chapter of the
Florida Association of Professional Health Educators (FAPHE). Membership
forms are included in both Word and PDF formats. Applications can be sent to Julie Merten, faculty
sponsor.
At the completion of this degree program, students are eligible to
take the national examination for certification in health education
(CHES)
Community Service Internship (HSC4814)
The Community Health program includes an internship that allows
students the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge
in a health
promotion/education setting. For information about the internship, please
contact Ms. Julie Merten, jmerten@unf.edu or 620-4017.
Announcement:
BSH - COMMUNITY HEALTH STUDENTS - Community
Health Curriculum Update (pdf)
| Prerequisites |
(28 Semester
Hours) |
| |
PSY 2012 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| |
MAC 1105 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| |
CHM 2045C |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
| |
MCB 2013C |
Microbiology with a Lab |
4 |
| |
BSC 2085C |
Anatomy/Physiology I |
4 |
| |
BSC 2086C |
Anatomy/Physiology II |
4 |
| |
STA 2014 |
Statistics (Social or Health) |
3 |
| |
CGS 1100 or
CGS 1570 |
Computer Course |
3 |
| |
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| Requisites |
(3 Semester
Hours) |
| |
HSC 2100 |
Personal Health Issues/Problems |
3 |
| |
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|
BSH Major
Requirements |
(12 Semester
Hours) |
| |
HSC 3500 |
Epidemiology |
3 |
| |
HSA 4553 |
Health Law and Ethics |
3 |
| |
HSC 4730 |
Foundation Health Science Research |
3 |
| |
HSC 3551 |
Disease: Prevention, Intervention
& Treatment |
3 |
| |
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| Community Health Track Requirements |
(18 Semester
Hours) |
| |
HSC 3032 |
Foundations of Health Education |
3 |
| |
HSC 3713 (3990AA) |
Planning and Evaluating Health Programs |
3 |
| |
HSC 3304 |
Instructional Methods of Health Education |
3 |
| |
HSC4800 |
Pre-Internship in Community Health Services |
3 |
| |
HSC 4814 |
Community Service Internship
UNF
Community Health Internship Information
|
6 |
| As a required
course, the internship must be completed during the student's last
academic semester.
All program pre-requisites must be completed
with a C or higher prior to the semester during which the internship
will be done. It is the student's responsibility to contact the
internship supervisor at least one semester prior to graduation. |
| Electives |
(9-12 Semester
Hours) |
| |
Select Four Courses: HSA / HSC (3000/4000 level) |
9-12 |
| |
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EACH
STUDENT WILL SELECT AN AREA OF SPECIALIZATION
FROM THE THREE MINORS LISTED BELOW |
| Minor: Aging / Adult Studies |
|
| Requirements |
(18
Semester Hours) |
| |
SYP 4730 |
Sociology of Aging |
3 |
| |
DEP 4404 |
Psychology of Aging |
3 |
| |
DEP 4482 |
Death and Dying |
3 |
| |
HSC 4563 |
Dimensions: Health of the Older Adult |
3 |
| |
HSA 4939 |
Seminar: Long Term Care Administration |
3 |
| |
HSA 3210 |
Long Term Care Administration |
3 |
| |
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|
| Minor: Exercise Science |
|
| Requirements |
(21
Semester Hours) |
| |
PET 3312C |
Biomechanics |
3 |
| |
PET 4550 |
Physical Fitness Assessment & Exercise Prescription |
3 |
| |
HSC 4612 |
Exercise Physiology for Health Science |
3 |
| |
HSC4615L |
Lab Methods in Exercise Physiology for Health Science |
3 |
| |
HUN 4414 |
Sports Nutrition |
3 |
| |
PET 3080 |
Physical Activity and Health |
3 |
| |
PEP 4135 |
Principles in Strength / Conditioning |
3 |
| |
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| Minor: Health Education |
|
| Requirements |
(18
Semester Hours) |
| |
PET 3080 |
Physical Activity and Health |
3 |
| |
HSC 4563 |
Dimensions: Health of the Older Adult |
3 |
| |
HSC 4134 |
Mental and Emotional Health Education |
3 |
| |
HSC 4133 |
Sexuality Education |
3 |
| |
HSC 4572 |
Nutrition / Health |
3 |
| |
HSC 4150 |
Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention |
3 |
| |
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| Total
Hours |
|
60 |
| |
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Academic
Learning Compact-Community Health
An Academic
Learning Compact (ALC) is an expression of what students will know
and be able to do
upon completion an academic program.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Brooks College of Health Advising Office (904) 620-2812
Office of Admissions 620-2624
Financial Aid 620-2604
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