C H 1 - Personal and Community Health Issues

Recent Professors: Karla A. Calderon, Andrew A. Alvillar, Kirsten M. Green, Robert C. Uphoff, Mr. Stan Mintz, Staff_HEAL, Mr. Gifford Lindheim, Grant M. Palmer and 1 more
Recent Semesters: Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
Class Size: 35 students
Credits: 3
Spring 2027 Sections: View Spring 2027 sections of C H 1
Transfers To: CSUCSU GE Area E
Description: This course is designed to provide a critical analysis of factors, which affect personal and community health. Primary emphasis is placed upon self-empowerment and disease prevention in a culturally diverse community. General topics include infectious and non-infectious diseases; physical fitness, weight management, and nutrition; human reproduction and sexuality; stress management and mental health; drug use and abuse; and environmental health. Note: This course satisfies Section A, Area 5 of the associate degrees' requirements. The maximum UC credit allowed for students completing Contemporary Health 1 and C H 5 is one course. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .
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