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College:	Brooks College of Health
Degree:	Bachelor of Science in Health
Major:	Health Science
Concentration:	Public Health
Effective Term:	Fall 2020

The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses in the right-hand column are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.

The BSH in Public Health combines a broad spectrum of liberal arts, sciences, social sciences and health science to prepare undergraduate students in the field of health education and health promotion. Students gain experience and skills in promoting healthy behaviors and preventing both chronic and infectious diseases and injury, while learning the theories and research methods necessary for the development of this field. Students will complete courses in nutrition, sexuality education, substance abuse and violence prevention, exercise science, fitness and aging. The goal of the Public Health program is to provide students with the education needed for entry-level public health positions and for graduate studies. Of major concern to any society is the health and well-being of its citizens. Although the human lifespan has increased, chronic and degenerative diseases, and continuing and emerging infectious disease and injuries are urgent problems that must be addressed. Enhancement of health at both the individual and public levels is the major focus of this program. At the completion of this degree program, students are eligible to take the national examination for certification in health education (CHES). The Public Health curriculum includes a required Minor in Health Education. Career Planning Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. UNF offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services and resources. First-Year and Exploratory students should visit the Career Services webpage and Sophomore or higher level students with a declared BCH major should visit the Brooks College of Health Professional Development Services office. Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies and procedures. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information. Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years. Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection for First Time in College (FTIC) students is contingent upon Math Placement exam results, the student’s major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). Visit the Public Health webpage for a complete list of prerequisites. Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) or by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information. Students must earn additional Free Elective credit if needed to satisfy the university minimum 120 total semester hours for graduation. The Public Health program includes an internship that allows students the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in a health education/health promotion setting. Faculty require completion of HSC4814 Community Health Internship in the student's last academic term. Students may petition to take a maximum of 6 semester hours of Electives at the 3000/4000 level with internship. All university general education, program prerequisite/requisite, core, major and minor courses must be completed with a "C" grade or better prior to internship. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required prior to internship.

The BSH in Public Health combines a broad spectrum of liberal arts, sciences, social sciences and health science to prepare undergraduate students in the field of health education and health promotion. Students gain experience and skills in promoting healthy behaviors and preventing both chronic and infectious diseases and injury, while learning the theories and research methods necessary for the development of this field. Students will complete courses in nutrition, sexuality education, substance abuse and violence prevention, exercise science, fitness and aging. The goal of the Public Health program is to provide students with the education needed for entry-level public health positions and for graduate studies. Of major concern to any society is the health and well-being of its citizens. Although the human lifespan has increased, chronic and degenerative diseases, and continuing and emerging infectious disease and injuries are urgent problems that must be addressed. Enhancement of health at both the individual and public levels is the major focus of this program. At the completion of this degree program, students are eligible to take the national examination for certification in health education (CHES). The Public Health curriculum includes a required Minor in Health Education.

Career Planning
Engaging in career planning activities is significant to student success. UNF offers customized career centers to deliver targeted programs, events, services and resources. First-Year and Exploratory students should visit the Career Services webpage and Sophomore or higher level students with a declared BCH major should visit the Brooks College of Health Professional Development Services office.

Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an academic advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies and procedures. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.

Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.

Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection for First Time in College (FTIC) students is contingent upon Math Placement exam results, the student’s major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). Visit the Public Health webpage for a complete list of prerequisites.
Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) or by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
Students must earn additional Free Elective credit if needed to satisfy the university minimum 120 total semester hours for graduation.
The Public Health program includes an internship that allows students the opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge in a health education/health promotion setting. Faculty require completion of HSC4814 Community Health Internship in the student's last academic term. Students may petition to take a maximum of 6 semester hours of Electives at the 3000/4000 level with internship. All university general education, program prerequisite/requisite, core, major and minor courses must be completed with a "C" grade or better prior to internship. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required prior to internship.

Total Hours:	13

Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose OR ENC1143 (GW) Writing with Evidence and Style	3

MAC1105 (GM) College Algebra (Program Prerequisite)	3

BSC1010C General Biology I (Prerequisite for MCB2010C and BSC2085C)	4

PSY2012 Introduction to Psychology (Program Prerequisite)	3


Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose OR ENC1143 (GW) Writing with Evidence and Style	3
(Select the English course not taken in Term 1)

STA2014 (GM)Elem Statistics-Health/SS (Program Prerequisite)	3

CHM2045 General Chemistry I (Program Prerequisite)	3
CHM2045L General Chemistry I Laboratory (Program Prerequisite)	1
(CHM1025/CHM1025L Introduction to Chemistry with
Lab is an acceptable substitute for CHM2045/2045L)

HSC2100 Personal and Public Health (Program Requisite)	3

Total Hours:	13

Summer 1
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers

Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
Select a third Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See	3
Degree Evaluation)

MCB2010C Microbiology (Program Prerequisite)	4
(BSC1010C and a Chemistry course: CHM2045/2045L
OR CHM1025/1025L are prerequisites for MCB2010C)

BSC2085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I (Program Prerequisite)	4

Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3

Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours)	3

Total Hours:	17

Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
BSC2086C Human Anatomy & Physiology II (Program Prerequisite)	4	General Chemistry I with Lab Minimum Grade C
		College Algebra or Higher course Minimum Grade C
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3	Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab Minimum Grade C

Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3

Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3

Select a Free Elective(If needed to satisfy 120 total hours)	4

Total Hours:	17

Summer 2
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
		Microbiology Course with Lab Minimum Grade C
		Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab Minimum Grade C
		HSC2100 Personal and Public Health Minimum Grade C
		Elementary Statistics Course Minimum Grade C
		Public Health Prerequisites
		General Education Requirements

Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
HSC3032 Foundations of Public Health (Offered fall and spring terms)	3	HSC3032 Foundations of Public Health Minimum Grade C
		HSC4730 Public Health Research Minimum Grade C
HSC3500 Epidemiology	3

HSC3555 Human Diseases	3

HSC4730 Public Health Research	3

HSC4234 Hlth Educ Hlthy Eating	3

Total Hours:	15

Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
HSC3713 Plan and Eval Health Programs (Offered fall and spring terms)	3	HSC3713 Plan and Eval Health Programs Minimum Grade C
		Civic Literacy Requirement
HSC4102 Phys Activity and Publ Health	3

HSC4150 Subst Abuse/Violence Prevent	3

HSC4134 Mental/Emotional Health Ed	3

HSC4210 Environmental Health	3

Total Hours:	15

Summer 3
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
HSC/HSA Elective 3000/4000 level	3	Summer Residency Requirement

Total Hours:	3

Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
HSC4800 Professional Prep in Pub Healt (Take semester immediately prior to HSC4814)	3	HSC4800 Professional Prep in Pub Healt Minimum Grade C
		Health Education Minor Requirements
HSC4133 Sexuality Education	3	Public Health Core Requirement
		University Foreign Language Requirement
HSA4111 U.S. Health Care System	3	2.0 Minimum GPA

Select one Free Elective at the 3000/4000 Level	3

Select a Free Elective(If needed to satisfy 120 total hours)	3

Total Hours:	15

Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
HSC4814 Public Health Practical Experi	6

Select two Free Electives at the 3000/4000 Level	6

Total Hours:	12
Total Program Hours:	120

The Osprey Map is not a contract between the University of North Florida and the student. It should be used as a general guide for the purpose of meeting requirements and constructing course schedules. The Map may be altered periodically to meet the objectives of the academic program or the university.

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