Chicago State University - Department of Health Studies

Bachelor of Science, Community Health

Graduates of the community health program enter the job market as health educators, fitness consultants, consumer information director, and community outreach coordinator who are trained to promote healthy lifestyles through behavior modification, physical activity and proper nutrition to prevent diseases such as obesity, high blood pressure, cancer, domestic violence, substance abuse or heart disease.

To curtail the high cost of health care, policy makers are increasingly employing the preventive approaches and services of community educators in county, state and federal health departments, wellness programs, hospitals, disease management and consulting firms, consumer advocacy and international organizations, and voluntary health care organizations.

Admission Process and Graduation Requirements

The community health program admits freshmen and transfer students. Applications are accepted and reviewed throughout the year. Students must complete the general university admission requirements and successfully complete the required university examinations in English, mathematics and reading, in addition to federal and state constitution examinations.

All students admitted to the community health program must successfully complete 121-122 credits of course work which consists of 55-56 credits of general education courses; 12 credits of health sciences core courses; 43 credits of community health core courses and 9 credits of community health supportive electives. A minimum grade point average of 2.5 is required to remain in the program. Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses. Any course with a grade of D must be repeated.

Health Sciences (H SC) Course Description (PDF)
Curriculum Pattern for the BS degree in Communtiy Health (PDF)
Community Health Audit Sheet (PDF)
Community Health Registration Grid (PDF)
Plan of Study Worksheet (PDF)

Prospective students should contact the Department of Health Studies Chairperson for further information on the BS degree in Community Health.