Health Education

The field of Allied Health is one that is rapidly expanding in the United States and in Southern California. The two leading healthcare trends in the United States are the increase in the aging population and the epidemic of obesity. These two trends will influence health care for the next generation and the Health Education program will strategically position and train future healthcare educators and providers. Your CBU professors have extensive experience and knowledge in the field of Health Education and are able to bridge applied and academic practice to the classroom environment.

Career opportunities in the field of Allied Health are predicted to be excellent in the years to come, as health-related professions are some of the fastest growing occupations in the United States. Health educator careers are available in a number of settings including county health departments, health clinics, physical therapy clinics, schools, universities, and hospitals.

Upon completion of the Health Education program, graduates will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the United States Health Care system. 
• Demonstrate competence in health information literacy. 
• Demonstrate understanding of research methodology and the scientific method. 
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the relationship between disease prevention and health promotion. 
• Display effective professional communication skills. 
• Demonstrate competence in applied statistical analysis. 
• Exhibit appropriate use of health informatics computer technology skills. 
• Develop skills to collaborate and consult as a member of the healthcare team. 
• Demonstrate the ability to evaluate scientific literature, understand and synthesize relevant information from it, and be able to convey this information both orally and in writing. 
• Act as a resource person in community health programs and activities. 
• Understand and apply Health Education principles to diverse populations and throughout the lifespan. 
• Demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate health education programs.