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Community Health and Wellness AAS

The Community Health and Wellness AAS degree will provide students with a working knowledge of healthcare systems and practices.

Some job titles for this degree include: Community Health Worker, Patient Advocate, Health Navigator, Community Resource Specialist, Peer Support Specialist, Care Coordinator. What is a Community Health Worker? Watch this video to learn.

This degree can lead to BAS degrees in Behavioral Health, Human Services, Community Health and Education, Health Promotion and Management and Healthcare Management and Leadership.

Curriculum Information

See Community Health and Wellness AAS requirements:

Career Opportunities

  • Major Healthcare Systems
  • Community Health Clinics
  • Social Service Agencies
  • Other Healthcare Facilities
  • Behavioral Health Providers
  • Public Health Department

Professional Associations

Some jobs titles for this degree include:

  • Community Heath Worker
  • Patient Advocate
  • Health Navigator
  • Community Resource Specialist
  • Peer Support Specialist
  • Care Coordinator

What is a Community Health Worker?