Department of Health, Physical Education and Movement Science

B.S. in Health Education

Health teachers play an important role in our local school districts. They are responsible for educating young children and adolescents about personal safety issues including violence, injuries, healthy eating habits, stress management, exercise, STDs, family and relationship issues, and substance abuse.

Our bachelor's degree in Health Education which is skills-based (i.e. decision-making, refusal skills, etc.) provides a broad-based curriculum, rooted in the liberal arts and sciences, that prepares you to help different age groups (K-12) make informed health-related choices.

Our courses explore the latest trends in health information and research and cover such topics as basic first aid, human sexuality, marriage and parenting, physical fitness, and handling emotions in everyday life. Health education courses include elementary methods in health education, secondary methods in health education, nutrition methods, study of the exceptional child, student teaching and the accompanying seminar. You will take classes in biology, which will give you a solid base for understanding human anatomy, evolution, reproduction, organ functions, and heredity traits. Prior to graduation, you will have the opportunity to get involved in clinical experiences at nearby schools.

REQUIRED COURSES IN HEALTH EDUCATION