Public Health

www.linnbenton.edu/health-and-human-performance

The Health and Human Performance Department offers two Associate of Science (AS) degrees for students planning to transfer to Oregon State University to earn a baccalaureate degree in Public Health with options in Health Promotion and Behavior, or Health Management and Policy. The Health Promotion and Behavior degree is for students planning on working in the field of public health in a non-clinical setting, such as planning and evaluating programs related to healthy behavior across the lifespan, and promoting programs that improve health in the general population. Students choosing the Health Management Policy AS degree are preparing for careers in managing health care organizations or agencies. Students planning to transfer to another institution should consider the Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree. A sample advising guide for this degree for health students can be found in the Exercise and Sport Science section of this catalog. Each university has different requirements and you should plan your LBCC classes with the requirements of the school you plan to attend.

Facilities

The department has indoor and outdoor facilities to support exercise and physical activities that act as a supplement for health behaviors. The Activity Center contains a fully equipped, double-court gymnasium, as well as a weight training room, a dance and aerobics room, and complete shower facilities. Outdoor facilities include a baseball diamond, tennis courts, four sand volleyball courts, a 400 meter track, and a wellness trail.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete an Associate of Science degree

with an emphasis in Health Promotion and Behavior will:

• Recognize the link between current behavior and future health status.
• Exhibit healthy lifestyle choices.
• Demonstrate an ability to access and explore career and academic opportunities.
• Make appropriate decisions regarding health issues and products.
• Research current and future health care organizations and policies.