{"id":8,"date":"2022-04-28T15:47:12","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T22:47:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hwbas-dev\/?page_id=8"},"modified":"2026-04-29T16:04:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T23:04:16","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Promotion and Education, Bachelor of Applied Science"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/how-to-apply\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner.png\" alt=\"Photo of people of color clapping as if celebrating in the background of announcement that says, &quot;Apply Now! Start summer or fall 2026. Health Promotion &amp; Education BAS Program.&quot; Image link opens to the Admissions page in a new tab.\" class=\"wp-image-918 img-fluid \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner-1024x427.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner-1170x488.png 1170w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-2026-Application-Banner-900x375.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Empowering Health, Inspiring Change<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>The Health Promotion &amp; Education BAS program&#8217;s focus is promoting health and wellness through a social justice and culturally responsive lens. We recognize that health is multidimensional and interconnected with a range of factors such as culture, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, ability, and age. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality care, regardless of their social or economic status. And we are working to make that a reality. So, if you care about social justice and equity, join us!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_265866104-1024x483.jpeg\" alt=\"Social Justice Photo\" class=\"wp-image-342 size-full img-fluid \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_265866104-1024x483.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_265866104-300x142.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_265866104-768x363.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_265866104-1536x725.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_265866104-2048x967.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-df9a4a9a62eaf4f662b9752483e4debd\"><strong>News and Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Class! HPM 394: Environmental Health, Sustainability &amp; Climate Justice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Washington, conversations around sustainability and environmental health are everywhere\u2014but how these issues impact community health isn\u2019t always clear. If you\u2019re interested in public health, the environment,&nbsp; sustainability, or making a meaningful impact in your community, this course is a great fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Summer Quarter 2026 | Online | 3 credits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>The course is practical, discussion-based, and grounded in real-world examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course explores:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How environmental and climate-related factors shape health outcomes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The role of sustainability, housing, and access to resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why some communities experience greater environmental risks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How policy and historical decisions influence environmental health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategies for resilience and community advocacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The course is practical, discussion-based, and grounded in real-world examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-alert alert alert-info\">\n<p>Registration starts May 13, 2026. Contact us at hpm@bellevuecollege.edu for a permission number. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/hpm-394-environmental-health-sustainability-climate-justice\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"791\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-394-Environmental-Health-Sustainability-Climate-Justice-791x1024.png\" alt=\"Poster for new class in summer quarter 2026. Details follow in caption.\" class=\"wp-image-922 size-full img-fluid \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-394-Environmental-Health-Sustainability-Climate-Justice-791x1024.png 791w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-394-Environmental-Health-Sustainability-Climate-Justice-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-394-Environmental-Health-Sustainability-Climate-Justice-768x994.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-394-Environmental-Health-Sustainability-Climate-Justice-1187x1536.png 1187w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2026\/03\/HPM-394-Environmental-Health-Sustainability-Climate-Justice.png 1545w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-bc-orange-color has-text-color\"><strong>Student Testimonials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-row row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md\">\n<p class=\"has-bc-blue-color has-bc-silver-background-color has-text-color has-background\">&#8220;Learning about healthcare in our country, how to work in groups (collaboration), and how to be more open-minded has helped shape the person I am becoming to be in my professional career. I can apply what I&#8217;ve learned so far in my life and work life.&#8221; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Fatima M. (Class of 2024)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md\">\n<p class=\"has-bc-blue-color has-bc-silver-background-color has-text-color has-background\">&#8220;&#8230;I now have confidence in my skills because of this program and I recognize the value and efficacy of good program creation. I am psyched and ready to apply my knowledge and skills for the good of my community!&#8221;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>                                  -Regee C. (Class of 2022)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-row row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Program Mission<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Program Goals<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-row row\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-775b62081799c93b4197a12f58157117\">The Health Promotion and Education Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at Bellevue College prepares students to develop, implement, and manage health promotion programs for individuals, communities, and organizations. Our mission is to promote wellness and health literacy, improve health equity, prevent injuries, infectious and chronic disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_399744184-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Cropped photo of multiracial people hands put on top of each other symbolizing unity.\" class=\"wp-image-338 img-fluid \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_399744184-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_399744184-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_399744184-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_399744184-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-mayflower-blocks-column col-md\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop culturally responsive health and wellness programs and services.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Address health disparities and inequities within our workplaces and communities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocate to remove barriers to health and wellness.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Empower individuals to make positive changes in their lives.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create communities, schools, and workplaces that are healthy, inclusive, and supportive for all.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_418331644-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Photo of person writing on a notepad while referring to a computer.\" class=\"wp-image-361 img-fluid \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_418331644-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_418331644-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_418331644-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_418331644-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/hpm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/435\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_418331644-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bellevuecollege.edu\/equal-opportunity\/nondiscrimination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>You Are Welcome Here!<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a> (link opens in a new window) Bellevue College welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including non-English speakers, for our wide variety of academic and community programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Empowering Health, Inspiring Change The Health Promotion &amp; Education BAS program's focus is promoting health and wellness through a social justice and culturally responsive lens. 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