You are in the official 2005-2006 General Catalog
for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Health Science
Bachelor of Science in
Health Science
The Health Science Bachelor of Science curriculum consists of
a core of five courses providing a foundation of knowledge and
skills critical to the theory and practice of the health professional.
In addition, students complete a specialized cluster of courses
in an option that provides the depth and breadth for the area.
A variety of combinations between and within options is possible
to meet professional goals. Some students choose to specialize
in two or more areas of community health whereas others may meet
the requirements for environmental health science/industrial hygiene
and supplement this with occupational safety and health coursework.
Still others may complete all requirements for two options such
as environmental health science/industrial hygiene and occupational
safety and health. However, university policy allows only one
option to appear on the transcript and diploma.
To complete the health science major for the B.S., students must
complete General Education requirements (51 units), the health
science core (15 units), one of three options (21-27 units), and
any additional requirements to the option selected (11-33 units),
the upper-division writing skills requirement, and additional
electives. Students are encouraged to complete the additional
requirements prior to the major courses as the courses may meet
General Education requirements, and they provide a foundation
for the courses in health science. Elective units also may
be used toward earning a certificate.
Health science students are advised to obtain the advising
booklet from the department office. The booklet includes the list
of required courses. It is strongly recommended that students
follow the coursework shown in the booklet. Students need to consult
with their advisers for decisions regarding major and minor courses.
All substitutions must be approved by the department chair. Classes
offered in the Health Science Department may require field assignments.
Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements
Health Science Major
Health Science Core (15 units)
HS 92, 100, 109, 161, 163
Options (38-54 units)
Select one option from below.
General Education requirements (51 units)
Electives (0-14 units)
Total (120 units)*
The curriculum is designed to permit admission to master's and doctoral degree programs in health science at major universities throughout the country.
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* This total indicates that 9 units for BIOSC 1A, CHEM 1A or PHYS 2A, and DS 71 are used to satisfy the G.E. requirement in the Environmental Health/Science Industrial Hygiene Option.
Community Health Option
Due to the increasing number of opportunities in the area of
health, we have structured courses in epidemiology, community
and environmental health to complement basic courses in health
behavior, health education methods, contemporary health issues,
disease, drugs, and human sexuality. The curriculum is designed
to prepare individuals not only to be competent instructors in
the health areas, but to be health educators in many segments
of our society. Upon completion of the degree, students would
be eligible to take the certified test to become a Certified Health
Education Specialist (CHES).
Industry, business, labor, and the military all seek knowledgeable
individuals to plan and direct health delivery and information
services. Advanced study in health systems and evaluation techniques
of health systems is available to qualified undergraduate and
graduate students.
Community Health Option
Requirements (27 units)
Option requirements: HS 90, 91, 110, 114, 131, 133, 135 (21 units)
Option elective requirements (select from): HS 48, 104, 105, 111,
112, 115, 126, 129, 130, 152T, 182; NUTR 53, 54 (6 units)
Additional requirements (15 units)
BIOL 10 or 110; CHEM 3A, 3B; PHYAN 33
Total for option (42 units)
Environmental/Occupational Health and Safety Option
This degree program provides a balanced approach between the theoretical concepts and applied principles of environmental health, occupational health, and safety. The curriculum builds on a scientific base (biology, chemistry, physics) and includes core courses in health science, foundation courses in environmental and occupational health, and elective courses that allow for specialization. Students are academically prepared to make significant contributions to society by anticipating, evaluating, and controlling environmental and occupational health hazards. Career opportunities abound in government agencies, private industry, consulting, and research organizations. The program also provides preparation for graduate studies and acceptance into professional schools (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, optometry, veterinary medicine, law).
The option is accredited by the National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accreditation Council and approved by the California Department of Health Services. Students in the major are eligible for the following:
- paid internships with federal agencies such as the U.S. Public Health Service,
- national and state scholarships, and
- entrance to the Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) exam immediately following graduation (without having to serve an 18-month traineeship).
Environmental/Occupational Health and Safety Option
Requirements (21 units)
Option requirements: HS 160, 143, 162A, 168A (12 units)
Option elective requirements (select three courses):
HS 105, 135, 141, 143, 145, 151, 162B, 166T, 168B, 170 (9 units)
Additional requirements (32-33 units)*
Basic Sciences: BIOSC 1A and 1B (or PHYAN 33 or 65); CHEM
1A, 1B, and CHEM 8 (or 128A); MATH 6 or 70 or 75 or DS 71, 71L;
MICRO 20 (or 140); PHYS 2A, 2B (29 units)*
Internship: HS 175 (4 units)
Total for option (54 units)*
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*This total indicates that 9 units of BIOSC 1A and CHEM 1A
or PHYS 2A are used to meet General Education requirements and
MATH 75 or DS 71 and 71L
Health Administration Option
The health administration option provides a broad based program
to prepare the student for positions within the health care system.
The curriculum is designed with an emphasis on exposing the student
to the principles of health services administration and the application
of these principles. For more information, see the departmental
adviser.
Health Administration Option
Requirements (27 units)
Option requirements: HS 90, 151; HS 154 or PL SI 181 or MGT 104;
ECON 162; MKTG 100 or 100S (15 units)
Option elective requirements (select from): HS 104, 114, 115,
129, 143, 168A, 185F; HRM 150; MKTG 132; SOC 147(12 units)
Additional requirements (12 units)
ACCT 3; ECON 40 and 50; HS 182 or IS 52 and 52L; BA 105W or ENGL
160W
Total for option (39 units)
Advising Note
Health science majors may not apply CR/NC grading toward major requirements for a baccalaureate degree, except for HS 175, HS 185F, and HS 188, which are mandatory CR/NC courses.
Occupational Safety and Health Option Suspended
As of fall 2004, the Occupational Safety and Health Option
has been suspended and is no longer taking admissions. Students
with substantial coursework in this area should consult with the
Department of Health Science if they wish to pursue this option.
Health Science Minor
The Minor in Health Science consists of 20 units composed of the health science core requirement and 5 units from the courses required in any one option. Consult the department adviser for assistance in program planning.
Note: The Health Science Minor also requires a 2.0 GPA and 6 upper-division units in residence.
Public Health Minor
The Public Health Minor allows science, nursing, and other majors to receive coursework that complements their major courses and prepares them for career opportunities in environmental and occupational health. In conjunction with a minimum of 30 units of basic science and math, the minor also prepares graduates to take the Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Exam.
Requirements (15 units)
HS 92, 109, 160, 162A, 163
Additional requirements (9 units)
Select three: HS 105, 135, 141, 143, 145, 151, 162B, 166T, 168A,
168B, 170
Total (24 units)
Certificate in Alcohol/Drug Studies
The Department of Health Science is participating in a certificate
of special study awarded to those students who successfully complete
a minimum of 12 units of interdisciplinary academic coursework
in the area of alcohol and drug abuse. (For complete details,
see Health and Social Work Interdisciplinary
Courses in this catalog.)
Master of Public Health Degree Program
This program is designed to prepare students in the broad area of public health. It includes preparation in the public health core and in the following options: Environmental and Occupational Health*, Health Promotion, or Health Administration. Each option includes a field experience and a culminating experience.
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* s of fall 2004, the Option in Environmental and Occupational
Health is currently not accepting applications. Please contact
the department office at 559.278.4014 for more information.
Each fall, the MPH program admits students who demonstrate high
academic ability and promise and have the professional values
and ethics appropriate to maintaining professional standards in
the field. Applicants are expected to have a high degree of academic
and professional preparation for this program and the ability
to make significant contributions to the program.
Admission to the MPH program is a two-phase process. The first
phase requires that a candidate meet the graduate divisions requirements
for admission to the university, and the second phase is the admission
to the MPH program. Applicants are required to complete the application
booklet available in the department office.
A. Admission to the university: A candidate must have achieved
an under graduate GPA of 2.5 on the last 60 units and submit official
copies of university transcripts, and scores on the GRE.
B. Admission to the MPH program: Candidates for admission
to the program will be selected based on the following:
- Academic ability and preparation as demonstrated by: (a) GPA in the major (b) scores on the GRE (c) official transcripts, and (d) satisfactory completion of all prerequisites.
- Professional capabilities as demonstrated through: (a) three letters of recommendation (from employers and at least one from a former faculty member) (b) a statement of intent, and (c) an oral interview.
Once admitted to the program the student will be assigned to a faculty adviser in the option selected, and under the adviser's direction the student will follow a pattern of study designed to be completed in three years of late afternoon and evening study. Admission commences during the fall semester, and each student is admitted for a specific term. If a student is admitted and is unable to start the program, he or she will have to reapply for admission to another term.
Graduate-Level Writing Competence. The university requires that students have graduate-level writing abilities before being advanced to candidacy for the master's degree. Students must demonstrate these abilities by passing PH 208 or 280 and completing the writing requirement(s) for those courses.
Culminating Experience. A culminating experience is required of all California State University, Fresno students earning master's degrees. This requirement is met by completing a thesis, project, or comprehensive exam. A limited number of students may be permitted to undertake a thesis or project, depending on the availability of faculty or committee members.
Students considering a thesis or project need to consult with
the faculty very early in their graduate program to assure completion
of the assignment prior to graduation. Selecting a thesis or project
is recommended for students who may at some point consider working
toward a doctoral degree. Students who do not participate in a
thesis or project must complete a comprehensive written examination.
Further information about this options is available from the graduate
program adviser.
The MPH program is designed around the following framework:
Thesis or Project
Public Health Core (18 units)
Option (12 units)
Elective (3 units)
Field Experience (4 units)
Thesis or Project (4 units)
Total (41 units)
Comprehensive Examination
Public Health Core (18 units)
Option (12 units)
Elective (6 units)
Field Experience (5 units)
Total (41 units)
For additional information, please contact the Health Science
Department at California State University, Fresno; 2345 E. San
Ramon Ave. M/S MH30; Fresno, CA 93740-8031; 559.278.8324.
Health Science Courses