Health & Physical Wellness Career Community

Health & Physical Wellness

The Health and Physical Wellness career community at Jamestown Community College promotes classroom and community learning, support, mentorship, and networking opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers related to health and wellness.

Students have the opportunity to explore and design a career track that will provide access to employment in healthcare, education, and community-based settings. Students can also take advantage of transfer paths that have been developed, linking them to advanced degrees at partner institutions. Students in the Health and Physical Wellness career community will be well-prepared to lead the way in professions dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people they serve.

Your first semester in Health & Physical Wellness

Are you starting your first semester in the Health and Physical Wellness career community, but don’t know which program to choose? You can enroll in Individual Studies and use our suggested Semester 1 schedule:

  • INT 1555: Inquire
  • ENG 1510: English Composition I
  • PHE 1590: Principles of Fitness and Wellness
  • BIO 1510: Health Science
  • HCR 1200: Intro to Healthcare Studies

This schedule provides a solid foundation for the Health and Physical Wellness programs, with the flexibility to apply to other career communities if you later choose a different field of study.

Make sure to work with your advisor as you plan your schedule. Depending on your chosen field, not all suggested Semester 1 schedules guarantee an associate’s degree within two years.