Foundations of Health

The Foundations of Health program is the starting point for HCC students pursuing a career in a health-related field.

A healthcare student works on a patient simulator while an instructor looks on

Foundations of Health prepares students for transfer to a university. With a Foundations of Health degree, you can pursue a career in Public Health or many other exciting health careers. Explore the many transfer options available to you with a degree in Foundations of Health.

Foundations of Health also gives you the opportunity to complete the pre-requisite coursework required for the various selective admission program. If you are interested in learning more about a selective program and its requirements, please click one of the links below. If you wish to pursue one of the selective programs below, please meet with your advisor as soon as you are able. They will assist you with selecting the courses you take while in the Foundations of Health major, ensuring all the courses you take prepare you to apply to the selective program of your choice.

selective admissions

Elizabeth Hayward-Jansen, BSN, MPH, RN
Job Title: Faculty/Advisor
Bio: I joined the Foundations of Health team in 2013 and I currently work as an instructor and academic advisor. My background includes emergency nursing, community care management, and work with older adults (among other healthcare experiences). I am thrilled to be a part of the hard-working and dedicated FOH team at HCC! We are committed to helping students navigate college and achieve success in a wide variety of health-related careers. We welcome you to come and grow with us!
Outside of HCC: I enjoy hiking, cycling, exploring, and spending time with family and friends.

program expectations

Show up
Communicate
Be prepared
Ask for help

plagiarism

Academic integrity is expected of all students. Any dishonesty in the performance of coursework, such as plagiarism or cheating in other forms, will be reported.

In the event that a student is charged with some form of dishonesty, the Student Discipline Policy will be followed (see the Student Handbook: "Plagiarism" for additional information).