The Public Health Associate of Arts Degree is designed for students who want to pursue careers and activities in health and wellness. Students completing this degree will be prepared to help clients achieve health goals, and to work on community-wide projects to foster health and wellness. Students will gain skills to help clients prevent and manage disease and increase overall wellness, and to promote community wellness through the development of health-promoting programs, resources, policies, and research. The curriculum is uniquely designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work with American Indian/Alaska Native communities. Students with this degree can transfer to other colleges that offer four-year programs in public health and related disciplines; they can also transfer to related four-year programs at SKC, including social work and psychology.
AA Public Health
Program Contacts
Kindra McQuillan, Chair
kindra_mcquillan@skc.edu
(503) 545-8913
Health Sciences Bldg 122
Apply now and enjoy a unique educational experience that blends Western academic knowledge with Native American perspectives and practices. Benefit from smaller class sizes, personalized attention, and opportunities for hands-on learning and research. Join a supportive community that values cultural diversity and academic excellence, and prepare for a successful career and leadership role in your community. Apply today and start your journey towards a brighter future at SKC!