$7,000.00
Health Studies, BS
The BS in health studies is a general program that prepares students with the health knowledge and skills necessary to understand and navigate the U.S. healthcare system, to be an informed consumer of health information, and to critically assess personal health behavior, health status, and associated health risks. The health studies program is ideal for those who want to learn more about health and wellness, but who do not wish to pursue preparation in a specific health profession such as public health, health education, or nursing.
What Will You Learn?
In our public health programs, students learn in-demand skills that employers have identified as critical for job candidates, including:
-Collecting, locating, evaluating, and managing public health/scientific data
-Clearly communicating public health information
-Developing strategies to advance population health and health equity, among others
WP’s internationally recognized BS in public health promotion is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Students become oriented to the profession of health education through completion of a 9-credit full-time internship during their final semester, at which time they also take the national certification examination to become a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES). A BS in health studies is also available, which is ideal for those who have an associate’s degree in an allied health discipline and wish to complete their bachelor’s degree, advance their current healthcare career, or pursue graduate study.
| Critical Thinking Skills | Digital Fluency | Problem Solving Skills |
| Research | Verbal & Written Communication |
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Career Opportunities
Health Services Manager
Community Health Advocate
Wellness Program Coordinator
Patient Care Coordinator
Healthcare Consultant
Public Health Researcher
Medical Sales Representative
Health Promotion Specialist