Health Promotion and Science, B.S.
Program overview:
The Bachelor of Science degree in Health Promotion and Science at St. Francis Colleges in New York teaches students how to teach and promote well-being. More than just moderating or eliminating potentially risky behavior, the program emphasizes personal decisions and behavioral choices. SFC prepares health science majors to succeed in this increasingly important and growing field.
Through instruction in data collection, analysis and interpretation, and needs assessment, students gain experience in designing and conducting health-promotion programs and events. Learning is augmented through hands-on experience, such as service learning and internships at national health organizations, including the American Cancer Society, local community health organizations such as Rivington House, and medical settings such as Brooklyn Medical Group and Methodist Hospital.
Underlying the focused, outcomes-driven bachelor of health science curriculum in New York City is SFC’s robust General Education Program, which is the cornerstone of SFC and affirms its mission to graduate educated, well-rounded individuals prepared to enter the workforce and change and culturally diversify the world.
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PLO 1: Identify the ethical consideration associated with planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion programs.
PLO 2: Demonstration respect and understanding of diverse populations and achieve a level of cultural competency appropriate for professional working environments.
PLO 3: Investigate, analyze, write, and present well-documented research papers based on complex health problems.
PLO 4: Identify programmatic strategies to meet the needs of specific populations.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Code | Title | Credits |
| General Education Program |
|
FS | Understanding College | 1 |
WRI 1 & OC 1 | Writing and Presentation | 6 |
QR 1 | Mathematics | 3-4 |
ITML | Information Literacy, Media, and Research | 3 |
HCE | Creative Voices across Cultures | 6 |
NPW | Science at Work | 6-10 |
BIO-1140 | Anatomy and Physiology I |
|
BIO-1141 | Anatomy and Physiology II |
|
PEM | Ethics, Reality, and Logic | 6 |
PHI-2502 | Medical Ethics |
|
SEH | Individual and Societies | 6 |
WHG | Our World, Past and Present | 6 |
FH | Personal Wellness | 2-3 |
RS | Religion and Culture | 3 |
| Health Promotion Science Major |
|
HS-1201 | Community Health | 3 |
HS-2150 | Methods in Teaching Health | 3 |
HS-2151 | Theory & Research in Health Promotion | 3 |
HS-2406 | Epidemiology | 3 |
HS-3250 | Designing Health Promotional Programs | 3 |
HS-3251 | Implementation and Evaluation of Health | 3 |
HS-4350 | Intro to Research and Bioethics in HP | 3 |
HS-4990 | Internship in Allied Health I | 3 |
HS-4998 | Seminar in Health Science | 3 |
| Select three Health Promotion electives | 9 |
HS-1206 | Safety and First Aid |
|
HS-1207 | Nutrition |
|
HS-1305 | Coping with Stress |
|
HS-1306 | Healing and Wholeness |
|
HS-1403 | Women’s Health Issues |
|
HS-1419 | Death, Loss, and Grief |
|
HS-1501 | Introduction to Public Health |
|
HS-2240 | Introduction to Environmental Public Health |
|
MAT-2301 | Statistics |
|
PSY-1100 | General Psychology | 3 |
| General Electives | 33 |
| Total Credits | 123-129 |
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
Learning is augmented at SFC in Brooklyn through hands-on experience, such as service learning and internships at national health organizations, including the American Cancer Society, local community health organizations such as Rivington House, and medical settings such as Brooklyn Medical Group and Methodist Hospital.
Additionally, all health science majors receive an enhanced system of support, from day one to post-graduation. As part of the robust support, students gain in-depth insight and guidance in academic, internship and career-path options via the Center for Student Success, Center for Career Exploration, and Center for Learning and Leadership.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
🌱 Health Promotion Specialist
• Design and implement programs that encourage healthy lifestyles and disease prevention in communities and organizations.
🏥 Community Health Educator
• Educate individuals and communities about nutrition, physical activity, disease prevention, and healthy living.
💼 Corporate Wellness Coordinator
• Develop workplace wellness programs that promote employee health, fitness, and stress management.
🌍 Public Health Program Assistant
• Support public health initiatives focused on improving health outcomes and reducing health disparities.
🏫 School Health Educator
• Teach students about healthy habits, nutrition, physical activity, and wellness.
📊 Health Program Coordinator
• Plan and manage health education programs for hospitals, nonprofits, and community organizations.
🧠 Health and Wellness Coach
• Help individuals set goals and adopt healthier lifestyles through exercise, nutrition, and behavioral change strategies.
🎓 Preparation for Graduate Study
• Prepare for advanced programs in public health, health education, nutrition, exercise science, or healthcare administration.