Online BSHS Health Education Track- Health Education Concentration

Plan and promote health education programs and make a difference in people’s lives.

The Health Education concentration is multidisciplinary which uses physical, biological, social and behavioral fields of health education to promote health outcomes. With a great role in preventative care, the field of health education is booming.

Professionals interested in a career in this health sector can now enroll in a degree offering from Touro University Worldwide (TUW). Our bachelor’s degree in health sciences with a health education concentration will provide an overview of health promotion and community health education strategies to address today’s growing concerns. To allow students maximum flexibility the BSHS program is fully online.

TUW’s Health Education concentration provides the opportunity to explore topics and develop the skills for assessing, organizing, and implementing effective strategies and interventions in communities. Students learn to identify problems and implement educational strategies in the health education field.

Flexible

TUW has answered student demand with our health science degree offering. The fully online format makes the degree accessible to more students and presents a flexible alternative to traditional on-ground degree programs. Students can transfer up to 90 semester credit hours, allowing you to maximize previous education and expedite degree completion.

Student Centered

The health sciences program is student centered in a number of ways. Class sizes are limited and more personal, so you receive more of your professor’s time. All TUW professors are carefully selected for their credentials and passion as an educator.

Graduates will be eligible for the nationally recognized Certified Health Education Specialist examination (CHES) through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing. Students with courses meetings the Seven Areas of Responsibility are eligible for the exam.

Graduates of the program will be able to apply to entry-level healthcare positions, or apply for admission into graduate level programs in a related field.

Note: This degree does not lead to any form of licensure or certification.

What makes the TUW BSHS Degree different

  • Very affordable tuition – Affordable tuition and no additional costs for text books. Ask about our scholarships!
  • Experienced faculty – The faculty is comprised of dedicated educators who are also experienced Health Care professionals.
  • Cutting-edge courses – Coursework focuses on real-world skills, graduates can immediately apply the lessons learned to their current job while preparing to advance their careers to the next level.
  • Flexible – 100% online degree program, designed for busy professionals.
  • 8-week terms, 6 start dates throughout the year.
  • Transfer up To 90 Credits toward undergraduate degree.
  • Dedicated Advisement provide personal support

Career Outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Statistics (BLS) the salary can vary by state and experience. Nevertheless, employment of medical and health service managers is projected to grow 13%. The Earnings of health services managers vary by type and size of facility, level of responsibility and geographic region.

Program Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences requires a total of 120 credit hours for completion.

  • General education (45 credits)
  • Prerequisite requirements (21 credits)*
  • Major and core requirements (30 credits)
  • Electives (24 credits)

* Students must meet the prerequisite requirements before taking any of the major program requirements.

The duration of the program will vary by students. Factors affecting your completion time include the number of transfer credits and time off between courses. A maximum of 90 semester credit hours can be transferred to fulfill the degree requirements. Full-time students can complete the program in 3 ½ years; part-time students can complete the program in seven years.

Admission Requirements

Students seeking enrollment in the health science program must meet one of the following criteria to be considered for admission:

  • High school graduate
  • Successful completion of the General Education Development (GED) test
  • Transfer student from an accredited college or university in good academic standing
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Touro University Worldwide is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Touro College Los Angeles (Lander Campus) is a division of Touro University Worldwide.

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