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A Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Education teaches students how to become health education specialists.
In this bachelor's program, You’ll learn ways to help people make healthy lifestyle choices, whether it's one-on-one or in groups, with special attention given to diversity and culturally appropriate health education methodologies.
With this degree, you can work in various places like schools, government offices, non-profit health organizations, colleges, businesses, private-sector industry and healthcare settings.
The undergraduate curriculum is a great start if you want to continue studying health education or go into careers like nursing, medical school, physician assistant, occupational therapy or physical therapy. You can even choose to focus more on health studies or community health promotion depending on what interests you most.
If you're passionate about helping people stay healthy and want to make a difference in your community, this program could be perfect for you!
Students with a B.S. in health education could obtain a wide variety of positions in places such as...
>> Local and state health departments
>> State or national government agencies
>> Voluntary and non-profit agencies
>> Corporate and hospital-based wellness centers
>> Employee wellness programs
The mission of the Center for Behavioral Economic Health Research (CBEHR) is to figure how to help people live healthier lives by changing their behaviors. CBEHR is focused on not only making people feel better but also preventing them from getting sick or injured in the first place. The Center uses a special approach called behavioral economics, which helps to understand why people do what they do and how to use that knowledge to guide individuals, communities, and even policies toward healthier behaviors.
In the Department of Health Education & Behavior, our researchers aim to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public understanding of individual and community health and promote behavior change that leads to healthier lifestyles and beneficial health outcomes. Some specific research topics include...
Take the next step by filling out our form to provide us with your details and interests. We'll ensure you receive tailored guidance and resources to help you make informed decisions about your future.
Join us as we empower individuals to pursue excellence in health, wellness, and human development. Your journey STARTS HERE.