Health Education
5 courses · San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
HEAL 101 Health and Lifestyle
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course covers aspects of mental, emotional, social, environmental, spiritual, and physical health. Emphasis is placed on knowledge for developing the attitude, understanding, and practice of a preventive lifestyle for healthy living and optimal wellness. Topics include chronic diseases, physical activity, nutrition, weight management, birth control methods, human sexuality, alcohol, tobacco and illicit chemical use, stress, and factors that contribute to wellness and longevity. Experience in personal health assessment and the changing of health behaviors is stressed. This course is intended for all students seeking a healthy lifestyle as well as those pursuing a teaching credential. It satisfies the State of California teaching credential Health Education requirement.
HEAL 103 Introduction to Public Health
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course introduces the concepts, terminology, and functions of public health professions and institutions. Various public health professions and agencies will be examined, as well as the role of public health professionals within the overall health care system. Public health applications of epidemiology, disease prevention, and health promotion will be analyzed. Infectious diseases, chronic diseases, and mental illness will be addressed with respect to epidemiology, prevention, and promotion. The social determinants of health and their impact on health disparities will be covered with respect to environmental health, global health, and healthcare policy and management. This course is intended for students in the Health and Wellness Coaching Program and for students interested in Public Health.
HEAL 104 Public Health and Social Justice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course provides an introduction to the health inequities in the United States and other nations that stem from unequal living, social, and economic conditions. Students will learn and synthesize information concerning the impact of the social determinants of health including, education, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, disability, and gender. The roles of public health, government, and private sector policies on health outcomes will be compared and contrasted. Students will explore opportunities for health promotion and advocacy in the local community. This course is intended for students in the Health and Wellness Program and those interested in Public Health.
HEAL 277C Service Learning in Heart Health Education
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8 - 9 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab
Students in this course implement a heart health education service learning project under the supervision of college faculty and in cooperation with the staff of a community organization or agency. Topics include heart health and sudden cardiac arrest, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the automated external defibrillator (AED), and access and equity in health care. During the course, students certify or re-certify in CPR. The course culminates in a community-based service learning project related to heart health education. This course is intended for students who are interested in health-related project development and public service.
HEAL 290 Independent Study
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 48-162 hours other
This course is for students who wish to conduct additional research, a special project, or learning activities in the field of health education. It is not intended to replace an existing course in the discipline. In this course students will have a written contract with their instructor for activities such as: preparing problem analysis, engaging in primary research, preparing reports, and meeting with the instructor at specific intervals.