Foothill College
AHS 55
COMMUNITY HEALTH PROMOTION · 2 units
Where this page’s information comes from
- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
Introduction to community approaches to disease prevention and health promotion with an emphasis on a holistic approach, risk and resilience, social capital, and social change to promote community health in communities with limited access to care. Students have the opportunity to shadow licensed doctors, dentists, and other health care professionals in urgent and preventive medical/dental services. Intended for, but not limited to, students pursuing an allied health or medical career.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 4:30 PM UTCNo section is scheduled at Foothill College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Advisory: “Advisory: This course requires clinical field experiences that may take place outside of the U.S.; the cost of travel is borne by the student.”
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