Academic Program Proposal

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Frederick Community College
Proposal
Associate of Science (A.S.)Health Sciences to include an AoC in Public Health Science5/11/2024Approved5/20/2024
Health Sciences to include an AoC in Public Health Science Program Description
The Public Health Science AOC program is designed to prepare students to transfer to 4-year institutions where they can continue their education to bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The program equips students with the knowledge and skills to promote and monitor health in individual, local, national, and global settings including disease prevention, environmental health, behavioral health, nutrition, and mental health. Graduates can pursue careers in a wide variety of settings including hospitals, health departments, government agencies, educational health settings, and worksite wellness <br>programs.