Minor in Public Health & Wellness

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Many professions in the health arena draw from practices learned from community health and public health. From prevention of chronic diseases to promotion of positive health behaviors, the Introduction to Public Health & Wellness Minor examines the issues facing communities today. The mission of public health at its core is to improve the health of the individual and the community at large. The Introduction to Public Health & Wellness Minor entails two required foundational classes followed by four elective courses. The elective courses allow students to emphasize in an area that will support their intended career path.

Program Requirements

Required - Two courses

HLT 00200 - Introduction to Public Health and Wellness Credits: 3
HLT 00344 - US Health Care Systems Credits: 3

Path 1 - Intended for individuals who desire public health practice

HLT 00303 - Environmental Issues and Health Credits: 3
HPW 00350 - Health Behavior Theory and Counseling Credits: 3
HPW 00340 - Program Planning & Leadership in Health Promotion & Wellness Credits: 3
HLT 00415 - Public Health Methods and Interventions Credits: 3

Path 2 - Intended for individuals desiring to work more in hospital or healthcare facilities

HLT 00345 - US Health Care Policy, Ethics, and Advocacy Credits: 3
HLT 00348 - Public Health Epidemiology Credits: 3
HLT 00302 - Global Health Credits: 3
or
ANTH 02215 - Medical Anthropology Credits: 3
HLT 00301 - Health and Diverse Populations Credits: 3

Total Required Credits for the Program:

Shari Willis
Coordinator
Herman D. James Hall
856.256.4500 ext. 53702
williss@rowan.edu

Laurie Dwyer
Advisor
Herman D. James Hall
856.256.5835
dwyerl@rowan.edu