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Health Science and Human Performance Department

FLCC's Health Science and Human Performance Department encourages positive experiences in physical education and wellness by highlighting health benefits, fitness, and active lifestyles. The faculty and staff combine expertise and enthusiasm for health and wellness to enhance all students' experience in FLCC's health programs.

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Two EMT - Paramedic students practice emergency medical and lifesaving skills.

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Paramedics provide a valuable service to the community by responding to urgent medical care situations. Learn leadership and management techniques to help you move up the career ladder.

  • Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
  • 64 Credit Hours
  • In-Person
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Two EMT students practice securing medical monitoring devices to a third student's arm. The volunteer patient is lying on his side as though injured.

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Gain essential skills and training to help people with urgent medical needs. Prepare for the NYS Paramedic Certification exams with our comprehensive hands-on curriculum and required field work.

  • Certificate
  • 32 Credit Hours
  • In-Person
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Health Care Studies students participating in a presentation session.

Health Care Studies (Public Health Management Track)

Public health experts use advanced medical knowledge and communication skills to serve the community. Prepare for a career creating health and wellness initiatives with our transfer-ready healthcare coursework.

  • Associate of Science (A.S.)
  • 62-64 Credit Hours
  • In-Person
  • 100% Online
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Health Care Studies (Health Science Track)

Technology is vital to the healthcare industry. Our Health Science track offers hands-on experience with essential medical technology and prepares you to pursue a specialized health science degree at a four-year institution.

  • Associate of Science (A.S.)
  • 62 Credit Hours
  • In-Person
  • 100% Online
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Health Care Studies

Health Care Studies (Healthcare Track)

Gain the skills you need to make an impact in the lives of patients with a degree in healthcare. This track prepares you to enter FLCC's Nursing program while exploring a variety of other healthcare career options.

  • Associate of Science (A.S.)
  • 62-64 Credit Hours
  • In-Person
  • 100% Online
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Department Mission Statement

The mission of the Health Science and Human Performance Department at Finger Lakes Community College is to promote positive experiences in physical education and wellness by emphasizing the benefits of health, lifetime fitness, and healthy lifestyles.

  • The department strives to:

    • Prepare students in the emergency medical services programs to take state licensing and/or certification exams required for professional practice.
    • Prepare students to transfer into academic disciplines related to physical education or health care with specializations in teacher education and athletic training.
    • Develop and disseminate applied knowledge in the areas of specialization.
    • Provide instruction to nurture a student’s intrinsic reasons for physical activity.
    • Stimulate the student to develop an interest in lifetime physical activity and an awareness of healthy lifestyle choices.
  • The instructors in the Health Science and Human Performance Department will:

    • Provide a clear course outline at the beginning of the class.
    • Provide clear learning objectives for the course.
    • Provide clearly presented academic standards and timelines.
    • Actively participate in the course.
    • Grade student’s work in a timely fashion.
    • Be available to assist students during the office hours listed on the course outline.
    • Create a learning environment in which diverse points of view and different levels of preparation and skill are expected and respected. 
  • The students enrolled in Health Science and Human Performance courses will be expected to:

    • Read, understand, and adhere to the course outline given out at the start of the semester.
    • Adhere to timelines, due dates, and dates for opening and closing of modules.
    • Attend class or log on prepared to participate in the class to the best of their ability.
    • Abide by the course requirements for attendance and tardiness.
    • Purchase the textbook(s), supplies, and/or materials if required prior to the beginning of the class and complete all reading assignments.
    • Understand and abide by the Student Code of Conduct.
    • Activate an FLCC email account and monitor the account on a regular basis.

Health and Physical Education Resources

Check out these national and regional groups to learn more about Health and Physical Education.

Room: 3826

585-785-1439

Chairperson
Eric Marsh
Room 3885
585-785-1293
Eric.Marsh@flcc.edu