Overview
The Associate in Science in Public Health Science for Transfer degree incorporates
a multi-dimensional approach to health, including the physical, psychological, behavioral,
and social aspects. Students will learn about public health from an individual and
societal perspective, including risk factors for disease and disability, behavior
change skills and strategies, statistical analysis, and public health strategies.
The Associate in Science in Public Health Science for Transfer is intended for students
who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in Public Health Science or Health Science
at a CSU campus. Students completing the Associate in Science in Public Health Science
for Transfer degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular
campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept the Associate
in Science in Public Health Science for Transfer degree will be required to complete
not more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor's degree. This degree may
not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus
or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students
should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer
requirements.
