Associate of Arts in Community Health
The Associate of Arts in Community Health at Dubois College is an empowering, justice-oriented
program designed to prepare students for impactful roles in health advocacy, public health outreach,
and grassroots wellness leadership. Rooted in Dubois College's mission of Education,
Empowerment, Equity, and Excellence, this 2-year degree provides a strong foundation in
community-based health strategies, cultural competence, and social determinants of health.
Students will learn how to assess community needs, implement health education strategies,
promote equity in healthcare access, and engage with public health systems from a culturally
relevant and historically informed perspective. The program places particular emphasis on Black
community health, environmental justice, food sovereignty, and health advocacy.
Graduates will be equipped to serve in non-clinical health roles, pursue certification as Community
Health Workers (CHWs), or continue into bachelor's degree programs in public health, nursing,
social work, or health education.
Program Highlights
– Tuition-free and fully online
– Emphasis on health equity, Black wellness, and cultural humility
– Training in advocacy, outreach, health education, and systems navigation
– Practical, community-centered curriculum aligned with CHW competencies
– Prepares students for transfer to BS programs or entry-level health roles
Degree Plan
Year 1 - Fall Semester
– Introduction to Community Health
– College Writing & Communication
– African American Health Disparities & History
– Introduction to Sociology
– Principles of Nutrition & Wellness
Year 1 - Spring Semester
– Social Determinants of Health
– College Algebra or Quantitative Reasoning
– Public Speaking for Health Advocacy
– Introduction to Public Health Systems
– Mental Health & Emotional Wellness
Year 2 - Fall Semester
– Community-Based Participatory Research
– Health Promotion & Disease Prevention
– Environmental Justice & Urban Health
– Elective (e.g., Trauma-Informed Care, Real Estate & Housing Health)
– Case Management & Resource Navigation
Year 2 - Spring Semester
– Health Communication & Media Literacy
– Capstone Project: Community Health Initiative
– Career Preparation for Health Professions
– Cultural Competency in Healthcare
– Elective (e.g., Youth Advocacy, Food Access & Sovereignty)