Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Sciences - Health Assessment and Promotion Concentration 48 months Undergraduate Programme By James Madison University |TopUniversities

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Sciences - Health Assessment and Promotion Concentration

Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

Medicine Related StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The B.S. degree with a major in health sciences consists of health science course requirements in addition to General Education requirements and B.S. requirements. For specialization in a professional area, concentrations are available in health assessment and promotion, health studies, and public health education. Health Assessment and Promotion Concentration: This concentration prepares students for positions in wellness, hospital, and corporate-based health promotion and assessment programs. Students are trained to develop and implement comprehensive health promotion activities by combining health education, assessment techniques and fitness concepts. HAP students master a variety of clinical assessments and can begin to develop health communication skills prior to graduation. The concentration includes 12-15 hours of electives which can be used to complete any minor requirements or which pre-professional students can use to finish prerequisites for their selected professional program. Additionally, this broad-based program provides a strong foundation for related graduate studies. Upon completion, students are prepared to enroll in the health fitness specialist and/or the physical activity in public health specialist certifications sponsored by the American College of Sports Medicine. Career Opportunities: Athletic Trainer Registered Dietitian Health Administrator Health Assessment and Promotion Specialist Health Fitness Specialist Occupational Therapist (Graduate Program) Physician Assistant (Graduate Program) Public Health Educator Substance Abuse Prevention Professional.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The B.S. degree with a major in health sciences consists of health science course requirements in addition to General Education requirements and B.S. requirements. For specialization in a professional area, concentrations are available in health assessment and promotion, health studies, and public health education. Health Assessment and Promotion Concentration: This concentration prepares students for positions in wellness, hospital, and corporate-based health promotion and assessment programs. Students are trained to develop and implement comprehensive health promotion activities by combining health education, assessment techniques and fitness concepts. HAP students master a variety of clinical assessments and can begin to develop health communication skills prior to graduation. The concentration includes 12-15 hours of electives which can be used to complete any minor requirements or which pre-professional students can use to finish prerequisites for their selected professional program. Additionally, this broad-based program provides a strong foundation for related graduate studies. Upon completion, students are prepared to enroll in the health fitness specialist and/or the physical activity in public health specialist certifications sponsored by the American College of Sports Medicine. Career Opportunities: Athletic Trainer Registered Dietitian Health Administrator Health Assessment and Promotion Specialist Health Fitness Specialist Occupational Therapist (Graduate Program) Physician Assistant (Graduate Program) Public Health Educator Substance Abuse Prevention Professional.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
120+
81+
58+
Applicants can have the grade equivalent in the U.S. system: a 'B' average or a 3.00 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 GPA grading scale. Other English Language Requirements accepted: PBT (Paper Based TOEFL): 550.

48 Months
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD

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