Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Promotion
COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Promotion degree prepares students to pursue a variety of career opportunities in public health, health education, health care and other health science related industries. Coursework focuses on evidence based public health strategies to prevent chronic disease and promote community population health. Graduates will be prepared with the skills and competencies of the Certified Health Education Specialist. Additionally, it provides students with a solid undergraduate foundation to pursue further graduate study and/or professional degrees (e.g. occupational therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant, dental hygiene, and public health).
Career Information
Types of Jobs
- Community Health Educator
- Epidemiologist
- Health Inspector
- Health Teacher
- Patient Educator
- Prevention Specialist
- Safety Officer
- Wellness Counselor
- Wellness Specialist
- Worksite Health Coordinator
Types of Employers
- Corporations with worksite health programs
- Government agencies
- Hospitals
- Health clinics
- Non-profit organizations (Planned Parenthood, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association)
- State public health offices
- University wellness/health programs
- Wellness programs
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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One of only two undergraduate degree in health education and promotion in Louisiana
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Nationally recognized faculty
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Research opportunities
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Opportunities to attend professional conferences
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
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Total semester hours required: 120
RELATED DEGREES
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Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
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Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education, Grades K-12
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Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
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Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
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Master of Arts in Health and Kinesiology
CAMPUS ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES
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KHS Club (Kinesiology and Health Studies Club)
Contact Information
Wynn Gillan
wgillan@southeastern.edu
985-549-5252
Mailing address: SLU 10845, Hammond, LA 70402
On-campus address: Kinesiology and Health Studies Building, Room 120
