Public Health Concentration
Program Description
The Public Health Concentration within the Associate in Science in Public Health and Human Performance is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to pursue a bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field focused on improving community health and well-being.
This concentration introduces students to the principles of population health, disease prevention, and health promotion. Students explore how social, environmental, and behavioral factors influence health outcomes while developing an understanding of strategies used to improve health at the community and population level. Coursework emphasizes critical thinking, data-informed decision-making, and the role of public health initiatives in addressing health disparities and promoting wellness.
The program prepares students for continued study in public health and related disciplines focused on community health, health education, and health policy.
Transfer Information
The Public Health concentration is structured to align with bachelor’s degree programs in public health, community health, health promotion, and related disciplines.
Students are encouraged to work closely with faculty and Advising & Transfer Services to ensure coursework aligns with the requirements of their intended transfer institution. Students planning to transfer within New Jersey should explore the “Transfer Programs” feature on NJ Transfer (www.njtransfer.org) to review articulation agreements and institutional requirements.
Early academic planning is recommended for students interested in specialized areas of public health, including epidemiology, environmental health, health education, and health policy.
Career Information
The A.S. in Public Health and Human Performance – Public Health Concentration is designed primarily for transfer. A bachelor’s degree is typically required for professional roles in public health, and some positions require graduate study.
With further education, graduates may pursue careers such as:
- Public Health Educator
- Community Health Program Coordinator
- Health Promotion Specialist
- Epidemiology or Public Health Research Assistant
- Environmental Health Specialist
Students are encouraged to consult with faculty and Career Services early in their academic journey to explore transfer pathways, internships, and long-term career planning in public health and community health professions.
| Fall One | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 151 | English I | 3 |
| STSC 150 | Student Success Seminar | 2 |
| MATH 156 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| HEHP 184 | Exploration of the U.S. Healthcare System and Healthcare Professions | 3 |
| BIOL 130 & 130L | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lecture and Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring One | ||
| ENGL 152 | English II | 3 |
| HEHP 225 | Contemporary Health | 3 |
| PSYC 172 | General Psychology | 3 |
| BIOL 131 & 131L | Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lecture and Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab | 4 |
| PHIL 192 | Contemporary Ethical Issues | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Fall Two | ||
| HEHP 188 | Introduction to Nutrition | 3 |
| PSYC 278 | Life Span Development | 3 |
| BIOL 161 & 161L | General Biology I Lecture and General Biology I Lab 1 | 4 |
| AHMT 110 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| SOCI 181 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring Two | ||
| HEHP 227 | Introduction to Public Health | 3 |
| CSIT 110 | Introduction to Computers and Computer Applications | 3 |
| CHEM 181 & 181L | General Chemistry I Lecture and General Chemistry I Lab 1 | 4 |
| ANTH 134 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
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Some science courses are designed to be taken in sequence to ensure appropriate progression of knowledge and skills. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with an Academic/Transfer Advisor when planning their coursework.