California Baptist University
CBU’s health science major prepares students for entry into health-related professional schools, including medical, dentistry, pharmacy and physician assistant programs. The health science major uses a robust science curriculum and an array of health science coursework to ensure students gain a competitive edge for further study and careers in the health industry.
Gain a competitive edge
Professional schools (like medical schools or physician assistant programs) are becoming
highly competitive. By having a degree in health science, students will stand out.
Not only will they complete the prerequisite requirements needed but they will also
have the background in healthcare administration, health policy, and disease prevention
to be a better clinician and impact patients' lives.
Work in the field
Field experience opportunities allow students to become involved in the clinical nature
of the health professions, further strengthening the theoretical concepts of holistic
care covered in the classroom. Students develop a heart for service as they use their
skills in healthcare to take part in a wide range of service opportunities on campus,
and in the local and global communities.
Serve overseas
Students can travel during the summer and serve in the health professions in various
overseas locations. Some locations include Tanzania, China and the Philippines. To
prepare for participation in Global Health Engagement, students will need to take
two courses, ALH 301 Global Health Engagement Seminar and ALH 401 Global Health Engagement
Practicum.
This course provides grounding in ethical theories and principles as they relate to and impact current health care issues and policies.
Principles and methods used to investigate the distribution, determinants, and prevention strategies for disease in human populations.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of the health care policy process in the United States.
SLO 1: Understand the U.S. health care system.
SLO 2: Demonstrate understanding of research methodology and the scientific method.
SLO 3: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the relationship between disease prevention
and health promotion.
SLO 4: Display effective communication skills.
SLO 5: Demonstrate competence in applied statistical analysis.
SLO 6: Analyze the complexity of health improving behaviors through investigating
evidence based approaches to health behavior change.
As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.
"I chose health science because my brother is autistic and I wanted to learn how to
promote health."
Kashmir Vildosola, 2021
"I was always interested in helping people, and I can do more with this degree than
just one job. The professors and students are very supportive and they have shown
me how to be more confident in myself."
Julissa Jaimes-Gonzalez, 2019
In college, I enrolled in kinesiology courses to try and figure out why certain groups weren’t as active as others, and how I could change that. Fast forward to today, I now have two degrees in kinesiology (B.S. and M.S.) and my doctorate in public health. The thing that first interested me about this field many years ago is the same thing that keeps me engaged today and drives me forward in my research and community work—health behavior!
I got into the field of public health in 1994 working in HIV and AIDS prevention with minority youth. I started teaching in 1998. Some cool things I’ve gotten to do: I’ve studied how to best keep kids away from drugs and alcohol; I’ve worked with migrant farm workers in California; and I’ve spoken at the US Department of Health and Human Services.
In college, I enrolled in kinesiology courses to try and figure out why certain groups weren’t as active as others, and how I could change that. Fast forward to today, I now have two degrees in kinesiology (B.S. and M.S.) and my doctorate in public health. The thing that first interested me about this field many years ago is the same thing that keeps me engaged today and drives me forward in my research and community work—health behavior!
I got into the field of public health in 1994 working in HIV and AIDS prevention with minority youth. I started teaching in 1998. Some cool things I’ve gotten to do: I’ve studied how to best keep kids away from drugs and alcohol; I’ve worked with migrant farm workers in California; and I’ve spoken at the US Department of Health and Human Services.
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