Live Healthy. Live Happy.
Stay active. Eat healthy. Practice safe behaviors.
These are just a few of the principles that Community Health Education majors spread throughout their communities. The goals of Healthy People 2020 and the principles of rural health are used as a foundation for the Community Health Education Program. Program goals include preparing graduates who will promote the health of individuals and communities in the region and nation, as well as providing an environment that promotes excellence, professionalism, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Community Health Education at Mansfield
- B.S in Community Health Education
- Related Programs
- Student Organizations & Opportunities
- Facilities
- Careers in Community Health Education
Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education
For specific course and program requirements, please consult the current undergraduate catalog.
The Bachelor of Science Program in Community Health Education is designed to encourage healthy lifestyles and wellness by educating individuals as well as communities. Students focus on preventative health strategies and health promotion. By graduation, students will be prepared to act as important health education resources in their communities.
Completion of the Community Health Education Program prepares students by covering a broad range of subjects and skills. Core Health Education courses include health promotion and illness prevention concepts, nutrition, communication skills, curriculum development, and program evaluation principles.
This program provides an empathetic approach to helping clients live healthy lives. Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of settings, with training and education focusing on a multitude of health issues.
View a sample schedule and the learning outcomes for this program.
Related Programs
Other Health Education programs offered by Mansfield:
Other programs offered by the Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Department:
Student Organizations & Opportunities
Mansfield University Community Health Club (MUCH)
Students who join MUCH have the opportunity to participate in preventative health education activities both on campus and in the community. Their services supplement existing health education organizations while raising awareness about prevalent health and wellness issues facing the area.
Future Healthcare Professionals Club
Explore career opportunities in the medical field and participate in community service projects. This organization is open to students from all majors.
Facilities
Kelchner Fitness Center offers a wide variety of programs and services for our students, staff, faculty and local community members. Participate in group fitness classes, intramurals, and club sports. Climb the climbing wall, use the fitness equipment and machines, play in the gymnasium, or borrow equipment to use outdoors.
The Mountain Biking and Hiking Trail provides an excellent ride for both beginner and expert riders. Kelchner Fitness Center has multuple bicycles available for checkout. This area is also an excellent hiking trail. Enjoy the outdoors!
The Library at North Hall provides an abundance of resources. Read books or borrow materials. Gather sources and conduct research from our massive online database. The librarians look forward to helping you with your next project!
The Learning Center provides tutoring services free of charge in almost every subject. Make an appointment and get a head start on your studies.
Careers in Community Health Education
Many Community Health Education graduates have found successful careers in the following areas:
- Medicine
- Academia
- Public Health Organizations
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Healthcare Facilities
Our graduates are currently employed by the following organizations:
- Area Agencies on Aging
- Child Development Centers (Family Health Counselors)
- Community or Regional Health Centers (Health Educators or Counselors; Director of Health Promotion, Education, and Outreach)
- Community Health Partnerships (various community health education positions)
- Human Resource Departments (Wellness Coordinator)
- Fitness Centers (Personal Health Coaches)
- Health System Wellness Centers
- Health Maintenance Organizations
- Health Insurance Companies (Health and Wellness Coach)
- Hospitals and Community
- Health Departments (On-Call Health Educators)
- Home Health Care/Hospice Organizations
- Long-Term Assisted Living Facilities
- Nursing Homes Nutrition Clinics (Patient counselors)
- Public Health Departments (Community HIV Educator)
- Rural Health Clinics Universities (Student Health Promotion Specialists, Assistant Directors of Student Health)
- Veterans Administration Hospitals & Health Centers (Health Educators) Women's Health Centers
For a listing of available jobs and internships in your field, visit the Career Center at Mansfield University!
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