Our program combines urban-focused coursework in health policy, health and wellness, health program development and population health outcomes. It offers a comprehensive science-based curriculum that includes the physical, biological, behavioral and social aspects of health. You will be prepared for a wide variety of careers in health or to pursue post-graduate education.
The program blends course work with service learning, volunteerism and a senior internship. These hands-on experiences allow you to apply the theoretical concepts - in evidence-based health programming and policy development - to practical scenarios in community settings.
There are three minors available for students:
The UMKC BHS degree is an ideal choice for those interested in a career focused on health promotion, population health and health behavior change. Graduates may find careers in government settings, non-profit organizations, community health centers, workplace health and wellness companies and health promotion organizations.
• Non-profit Organization Administration
• Hospital Community Outreach Manager
• Nutrition Educator
• Client/Patient Advocate
• Wellness Coordinator
• Community Relations Coordinator
• Pharmaceutical Sales
• Community Health Education
• Social Services Case Manager
• Exercise Specialist
• Health Educator
• Emergency Management Coordinator
For more information on these career paths, to understand the day-to-day job responsibilities and to look at the hiring potential, visit http://www.onetonline.org/ .
A BHS degree provides a strong foundation for students pursuing a graduate degree in the health care industry. It’s well-suited for allied health careers or graduate studies in public health, dietetics or chiropractic care.
• Orthotic and Prosthetic
• Physical Therapy
• Pharmacy^
• Chiropractic
• Occupational Therapy
• Dentistry^
• Medicine^
• Physician Assistant^
• Speech-language Pathology
^ Offered at UMKC
*Note: Each postgraduate school has specific admission criteria, and can read more at the Preparation for Grad School Programs button below. Students should research this area extensively if they are considering pursuing post-graduate studies.