YOUR EXTRAORDINARY CAREER IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES BEGINS HERE!

Health and Well-Being

If you dream of a future in a health-related career spending your days helping others, our bachelor’s degree in Health and Well-being program may be your perfect fit. In this flexible program, you will develop a strong set of skills that can be applied within the diverse spectrum of health sciences fields, preparing you for a future in nursing, athletic training, physical therapy, community health, chiropractic, and more. The core courses for the health and well-being major focus on various aspects of community health, and you can tailor your coursework toward your specific areas of interest. This high level of customization—which includes the possibility of attaining multiple certifications—puts you on track to achieve your career goals, whether that entails earning an advanced degree or securing a desirable position after graduation.

Physical Education and Kinesiology

Becoming a physical educator provides you with the chance to improve the health and well-being of others, helping them build good habits that can last a lifetime. As a physical education and kinesiology (PEK) major, you will become well prepared to teach and inspire students from pre-k through adulthood in physical education classes and various sports, movement, and wellness environments. Our PEK program incorporates the latest technology, offers opportunities for hands-on learning experiences, and teaches you how to successfully develop and implement physical education lesson plans. By graduation, you will be eligible for certification in pre-K–adult physical education, and ready to embark on a career in a school or community setting to educate others in leading a healthy, active life. If you’re considering an advanced degree, we offer an accelerated bachelor’s to master’s program in Physical Education and Kinesiology, in which you can take two summer sessions and earn both degrees in four years, saving time and money.