Health
11 courses · Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
HLTH 101 Introduction to Public Health
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an introduction to the discipline of Public Health. Students will gain an understanding of the basic concepts and terminologies of public health, and the history and accomplishments of public health officials and agencies. An overview of the functions of various public health professions and institutions, and an in-depth examination of the core public health disciplines is covered. Topics of the discipline include the epidemiology of infectious and chronic disease; prevention and control of diseases in the community including the analysis of the social determinants of health and strategies for eliminating disease, illness and health disparities among various populations; community organizing and health promotion programming; environmental health and safety; global health; and healthcare policy and management.
HLTH 102 Contemporary Problems in Personal and Community Health
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- ENGL 101.0
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PH 100
This course focuses on the exploration of major health issues and behaviors in the various dimensions of health. Emphasis is placed on individual responsibility for personal health and the promotion of informed, positive health behaviors. Topics include but are not limited to nutrition, exercise, weight control, mental health, stress management, violence, substance abuse, reproductive health, disease prevention, aging, healthcare, and environmental hazards, and safety. Grade Option. C-ID PH 100.
HLTH 102H Honors Contemporary Problems in Personal and Community Health
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PH 100
This course focuses on the exploration of major health issues and behaviors in the various dimensions of health. Emphasis is placed on individual responsibility for personal health and the promotion of informed, positive health behaviors. Topics include but are not limited to nutrition, exercise, weight control, mental health, stress management, violence, substance abuse, reproductive health, disease prevention, aging, healthcare, and environmental hazards, and safety. C-ID PH 100. .
HLTH 0105 Community Mental Health Preparation I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 9 lecture hours
This noncredit course is an introduction and the first of two classes in a year-long program to a behavioral health care model and for the completion of a Community Mental Health Certificate of Completion. Will explore the range of community-based services. The course explores such topics as wellness, recovery, resiliency, and careers in mental health. Students will plan a service-learning project that will be completed in the second semester, HLTH 0106, to benefit an identified affinity group on campus. Not applicable to an associate degree.
HLTH 0106 Community Mental Health Preparation II
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 9 lecture hours
This noncredit course is the second in a year-long program to the behavioral health care model and for the Community Mental Health Certificate of Completion. The course explores such topics as wellness, recovery, resiliency, and careers in mental health. Students will complete a service-learning project that will benefit an identified affinity group on campus. Not applicable to associate degree.
HLTH 0108 Community Health Worker I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 40.5 lecture hours
Community Health Worker I is the first 36 hours of the 72 hours program. Community health workers are lay members of communities who work in association with local healthcare systems, academic institutions, health departments, and community-based organizations. They typically share the ethnicity, language, socioeconomic status, and life experiences of the community members they serve. Their primary function is to serve as liaisons between the community and the health care system and/or resources within the community.
HLTH 0109 Community Health Worker II
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 40.5 lecture hours
Community Health Worker II is the second 36 hours of the 72 hours program. Community health workers are lay members of communities who work in association with local healthcare systems, academic institutions, health departments, and community-based organizations. They typically share the ethnicity, language, socioeconomic status, and life experiences of the community members they serve. Their primary function is to serve as liaisons between the community and the health care system and/or resources within the community.
HLTH 202 Nutrition for Fitness
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Nutrition is an integral part of fitness. Explore the affects of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, water, minerals and vitamins on fitness and health. Grade option.
HLTH 203 Women's Health Issues
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- PH 116
This course analyzes the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of women's health, and explores health services, health education, and healthcare delivery systems. Social determinants of health and health inequities are examined, as well as contemporary issues including sexual and gender roles, racial inequities, age issues, and the role of women in the family, workforce, community, and society. C-ID PH 116.
HLTH 204 Health and Social Justice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PH 102
This course provides an introduction to the health inequities in the United States that stem from unequal living conditions. Students will explore how education, socioeconomic status, racism, and gender shape health epidemics and policy development. The basic skills necessary for advocating for health and social justice will be theoretically demonstrated. C-ID PH 102.
HLTH 205 Drugs, Health and Society
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PH 103
Examination of the use, misuse, and abuse of drugs, both licit and illicit, in American society and the effects of selected substances on the human brain. Includes historical, political, social, economic, and health-related aspects; drug dependency, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention education. Focuses on the impact of psychoactive drugs on the individual and society, and its relevance to personal and public health. C-ID PH 103.