The AS-T in Public Health provides students with a strong academic foundation in the
field and preparation for upper division baccalaureate study. Students who have completed
the AS-T in Public Health will have satisfied the lower division requirements for
transfer into Public Health or a similar major for many campuses in the California
State University system. Please consult a GCC counselor regarding specific course
requirements for your transfer institution.
Requirements to earn an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT): 1. Completion of 60 semester
units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University,
including both of the following: a. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum
(Cal-GETC). b. A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in the major or
area of emphasis with a grade of C or better. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable
grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis. 2. Obtainment of a minimum grade
point average of 2.0.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to explain the role of public
health in protecting and improving health across local, national, and global communities;
discuss the biological, environmental, behavioral, and social determinants of health;
find and utilize credible public health information sources; and analyze health equity
strategies such as community organizing, advocacy, and policy change.
Associate in Science-Transfer Program Map
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR |
UNITS |
| BIOL 122 |
Introduction to Biology |
4 |
| HLTH 104 |
Personal Health and Wellness |
3 |
| HLTH 105 |
Introduction to Public Health |
3 |
| STAT C1000 |
Introduction to Statistics |
4 |
| LIST A - CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
|
| CHEM 101 |
General Chemistry A |
5 |
| BIOL 120 |
Human Anatomy
|
5
|
| BIOL 121 |
Introduction to Physiology |
4 |
| BIOL 112 |
Microbiology |
5 |
| LIST B - CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
| HLTH 107 |
Health and Social Justice |
3 |
| PSYC C1000 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| SOC 101 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
| LIST C - CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING |
| HLTH 106 |
Women's Health Education |
3 |
| HLTH 128 |
Nutrition for Physical Fitness and Disease Prevention |
3 |
| NUTR 125 |
Elements of Nutrition |
3 |
| PSYC 105 |
Human Sexuality |
3 |
| HLTH 108 |
Global Health |
3 |
| TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED |
24-25 |
Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC. Elective units to reach the
60-unit degree requirement must be CSU transferable.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR
FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
| Fall 2025 |
GCC Catalog 2025-2026 |
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Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented
above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor
or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see
the catalog from that year.
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