The purpose of health promotion is to positively influence the health behavior of individuals and communities as well as the living and working conditions that influence their health. The health promotion minor consists of 18 hours of courses that use evidence-based practice through a sociological lens to prepare students to promote health and prevent disease in individuals and communities.

Required Courses: 15 hours

The following courses are requried for the health promotion minor:

HLTH 2000. Principles of Health and Fitness Promotion (3 credits)
HLTH 3000. Sociocultural Aspects of Health (3 credits)
HLTH 3650. Epidemiology of Human Diseases (3 credits)
HLTH 4100. Health and Fitness Behavior Changes (3 credits)
HLTH 4700. Planning, Administration, and Evaluation of Programs (3 credits)

Elective Course: 3 hours

Choose one of the following courses:

HLTH 3660. Health Advocacy (3 credits)
HLTH 3670. Health Care Ethics (3 credits)

Total: 18 Sem. Hrs.

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