Public Health, BS
While nurses and doctors treat patients once they’re already sick, public health professionals try to prevent those diseases and disorders in the first place. They work to ensure that communities have access to health essentials like clean water and preventative care.
Program Intro
Students in CBU's public health major learn how to identify and solve community health problems both here and abroad, becoming advocates who save lives.
*20-27 required major courses, depending on chosen concentration
Why Study Public Health at CBU?
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.
What You'll Learn
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to effectively
communicate public health information, in both oral and written forms and through
a variety of media, to diverse audiences. (CEPH)
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to locate,
use, evaluate, and synthesize public health information. (CEPH)
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to describe
the impact of policies and legislation on individual and population health.
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to design,
plan and implement individual and population-based health education.
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to use
research tools and analytical methods to conduct needs assessment, program evaluation
and research related to public health.
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to integrate
a Christian perspective as it relates to health and wellness.
- Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health will be able to demonstrate cultural competence.
Program Details
HSC 312: Principles of Environmental and Occupational Health
This course introduces students to physical, chemical and biological hazards found in the environment.
HSC 410: Health Behavior Change
This course addresses the exploration and application of education, psychosocial, and spiritual components of health behaviors.
INH 300: Outbreak and Emergency Prep and Response
This course is an intensive introduction to public health emergency preparedness and response.
- Environmental Health Concentration
- Health Education and Promotion Concentration
Sangmin Kim, Ed.D., MCHES
Professor of Health Sciences
Professor
Office Phone: 951-552-8536
E-mail: sakim@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus H142
Robert LaChausse, Ph.D.
Professor
2023 Trustee's Distinguished Scholar Award
Office Phone: 951-552-8484
E-mail: rlachausse@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus H144
Marshare Penny, Dr.P.H.
Clinical Professor of Public Health
Office Phone: 951-552-8385
E-mail: mpenny@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus H144
Melissa Wigginton, DrPH, CHES
Professor of Health Science
Office Phone: 951-552-8537
E-mail: mwigginton@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus H-138
I've always wanted to go into the medical field for a variety of reasons. While in this program, I've been able to build a network around me. In the future, I want to work in the hospital and grow through medical missions.
Stephanie Hackett '21
Career Possibilities
Graduates of CBU's public health program will be well prepared for various careers in the health industry. Some careers listed below may require further education.
- Public Health Administrator
- Health Educator
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
- Community Health Worker
- Environmental Scientist
- Epidimologist
Next Steps
Join our community. At CBU, you’ll be challenged to become an individual whose skills, integrity, and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish you in the world.