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IECC Transfer Pathway
Community & Public Health
Want to make your community healthier? The Community & Public Health transfer pathway at IECC leads to the Associate in Science and Arts degree and prepares you to transfer to a four-year university for a bachelor's degree in public or community health. Learn the basics of biology, psychology, sociology, and health communication while building skills to serve real people in real communities. Graduates work as health educators, community health workers, wellness coordinators, and public health professionals — fighting disease, promoting wellness, and changing lives.
Core coursesTap to collapse
The classes that define this pathway. General education requirements round out your degree and can be planned with your advisor.
| Requirement | Course(s) | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Core Course | CHL 1101 — Survey of Community Health | 3 |
| Core Course | LSC 2111 — Human Anatomy & Physiology I | 4 |
| Core Course | CHL 1102 — Professions in Community Health | 3 |
| Core Course | LSC 2112 — Human Anatomy & Physiology II | 4 |
| Core Course | CHL 1103 — Health Advocacy & Promotion | 3 |
| Core Course | CHL 1104 — Communicable Diseases | 3 |
About this pathway
The Community & Public Health transfer pathway, leading to the Associate in Science and Arts degree, is designed for students who plan to complete foundational coursework at IECC before transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in public or community health. In an increasingly complex healthcare environment, there is a strong need for trained professionals who can plan, deliver, and evaluate public health services in community, governmental, and nonprofit settings. Coursework introduces students to the biological and social sciences, communication, and the foundations of public health, while developing the analytical and interpersonal skills essential for working with diverse populations. Topics of study include introductory public health, human biology, psychology, sociology, statistics, and health communication. Graduates who complete a bachelor's degree will have the potential for employment as community health workers, health educators, public health program coordinators, epidemiology and biostatistics support staff, or health policy and wellness professionals in local, state, and nonprofit health organizations.
At a glance
Here's how the degree breaks down by credit hours. A typical full-time semester is about 12–15 credit hours, so a 64-credit-hour degree usually takes two years of full-time study.
Recommended electives
| Course | Title | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| CHL 1105 | Intro to Health Administration | 3 |
| CHL 1106 | Health Services Organizations | 3 |
| EDU 1107 | Health | 3 |
| PSY 1108 | Psychological Aspects of Aging | 3 |
| SOC 2104 | Death & Dying | 3 |
| SPE 1111 | Interpersonal Communications | 3 |
| SPN 1111 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
| SPN 1112 | Elementary Spanish II | 4 |
Program notes
- College Orientation (required): FYE 1198 College Success; FYE 1199 Professional Career Development.
- One Human Diversity HD course must be completed.
- One lab science course must be completed.
Course offerings, prerequisites, and transfer requirements may vary. Meet with an IECC advisor before registering each semester to ensure course selections align with academic goals. Students are responsible for consulting with their intended receiving institution to verify transfer requirements and course applicability.
Ready to take the next step?
Meet with an IECC advisor to map out your transfer plan, choose your courses, and stay on track for your bachelor's degree.
Schedule an Advising Meeting