PH 130 - Introduction to Community and Public Health

    Recent Professors
    Kristen Colchico, DVC Staff, David Pintado
    Recent Semesters
    2027SP, 2026SU, 2026SP, 2026FA
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.8Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    2027SP Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area E · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course presents an 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 sectors, professions and organizations; the study, prevention and control of diseases in the community; the analysis of the social determinants of health and how they impact individual, community, and population outcomes; 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 within a paradigm emphasizing social determinants. Emphasis will be placed on the development of knowledge and preliminary skills to serve as an effective advocate for community and public health.
    Usually Held
    Wed 3:45pm–5:10pm