Kinesiology - Health Education
4 courses · Solano Community College · 2025-2026 Catalog
Classes: Spring 2026
HED 001 Introduction to Public Health
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Eligibility for ENGL C1000, ENGL 001E, or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PHS 101
An exploration of the basic concepts and terminologies of public health. Topics include the study 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; healthcare policy and management; and the functions of various public health professions. Additional topics include the intersection of race and gender as they relate to public health.
HED 002 Health Education
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Eligibility for ENGL C1000, ENGL 001E, or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PHS 100
A multifaceted 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 nutrition, exercise, weight control, mental health, stress management, violence, substance abuse, reproductive health, disease prevention, aging, healthcare, environmental hazards, and safety. Additional topics include the intersection of race and gender as they relate to health. UC limitation of credit: 1 course between HED 002 and HED 003
HED 003 Women's Health
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- Eligibility for ENGL C1000, ENGL 001E, or equivalent.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PHS 116
A multifaceted exploration of the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of womens health. Explores health services, health education, healthcare delivery systems, and strategies for social and political change. Examines social determinants of health and health inequities as well as contemporary issues relating to LGBTQ+ rights, racism, ageism, gender stereotypes and gender roles, politics, the role of women in the family, workforce, community, and society. UC limitation of credit: 1 course between HED 002 and HED 003
HED 005 Social Determinants of Health, Disparities, and Equities
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ENGL C1000 or ENGL 001E (College Composition for Non-native English Speakers)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PH 113
An examination of personal and social determinants of health through the study of the role individuals play in their own health and well-being, along with the impact of environmental, social, structural, and cultural factors that play a role in individual, community, and public health. Health disparities and inequities in diverse populations will be explored, and culturally responsive strategies to bridge the health equity gap and improve population health will be developed.