Bachelor's Degree in Integrative Human Health
Bachelor of Science in Integrative Human Health
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Integrative Human Health Degree Program Overview
Purdue University Northwest’s integrative human health degree program provides several paths towards non-clinical and clinical occupations within the healthcare sector. It also offers preparation for graduate studies in health services research, public health or health education.
You can also pursue pre-professional tracks in pre-occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy and pre-chiropractic medicine.
Department of Biological Sciences
Healthcare is expected to be the largest growing sector for career opportunities in the coming decade throughout the region PNW serves. Our curriculum is well suited to meet this demand because it offers a number of tracks of study in support of pre-professional areas of this field.
As an integrative human health major, you will also have access to PNW’s state-of-the-art facilities including the Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building, Clinical and Applied Human Physiology Research and the Exercise Physiology and Human Performance Lab.
Learn About the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center
Integrative Human Health Major Curriculum
You’ll take a balance of general education courses, College of Engineering and Sciences core courses and integrative human health courses.
We’ll assist you in developing a degree program based on your healthcare career interests, including access to unique classes such as Holistic Health, Nutrition and Exercise Physiology.
Begin to develop a foundational knowledge of key concepts in integrative human health while taking classes in general education.
Sample Courses
- CHM 11500 – General Chemistry
- MA 15300 – College Algebra
- ENGL 10400 – English Composition I
Identify an interest in a specific healthcare field and select a specific integrative human health track.
Sample Courses
- COM 11400 – Fundamentals Of Speech Communication
- PHIL 11100 – Ethics
- HST 35200 – Human Lifespan Development
Develop oral and written communication skills in upper-level courses.
Sample Courses
- STAT 31000 – Health Care Statistics
- HST 20000 – Medical Terminology
- HST 22100 – Introduction To Pharmacology
Take a integrative human health capstone course, complete graduation requirements and further prepare for your chosen career.
Sample Courses
- HST 30500 – Occupational Safety & Health
Integrative Human Health Degree Program Highlights
Our program includes courses in a broad range of health-related areas, online courses and flexibility in your track. Courses are taught by faculty from several departments, who provide many ways to bridge your education with community involvement.
You will also use PNW’s state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building and the Exercise Physiology and Human Performance Lab.
Integrative Human Health Degree Program Outcomes
As an Integrative Human Health major, you’ll gain a holistic understanding of health-related issues and enhance the communication skills you need to succeed in the field. We also offer a number of internships that provide real-world preparation for the job market.
Integrative Human Health Degree Program Career Paths
Career paths include:
- Allied Health Fields
- Public Health/Epidemiology
- Health Care Administration
Integrative Human Health Degree Program Beyond the Classroom
You’re encouraged to pursue internships, volunteer in the healthcare community and join student clubs or organizations.
Integrative Human Health Degree Program Employers
Our graduates have successful careers in:
- Public and private hospitals
- Nursing and resident care facilities
- Family service
- Health agencies
Integrative Human Health Degree Program Scholarships
Integrative Human Health students can apply for:
- Biology Scholarship
- Donald Clark Memorial Scholarship
- Robert G. Husted, M.D. Scholarship
- Science & Nursing Memorial Talent Award
I never imagined in college I would have classes of 20 students or less. It allowed me to build connections with faculty and staff. It all just made sense and truly did feel like home.
With PNW being a smaller university, you can spread your roots and do what you’re passionate about.
Faculty and Staff
John J. Durocher, Ph.D., ACSM-EP, CSCS
Nils K. Nelson Endowed Professor of Integrative Human Health
Durocher focuses on teaching, research and service in biological sciences, health sciences and integrative human health. He is also the director of the multidisciplinary Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Center.
Assistant Professor of Practice
Hassan Naji focuses on teaching biological and integrative human health courses. Naji believes in getting back to the community through volunteer work to area schools and career centers.
Assistant Professor of Integrative Human Health
Matt is a Kinesiologist who specializes in Exercise and Health Psychology, with a particular focus on the behaviors of children and adolescents. As a PNW faculty member, he focuses on teaching, research, and service in the Integrative Human Health program.
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Purdue University Northwest’s integrative human health degree program will prepare you for a career in the healthcare sector or graduate and pre-professional studies!
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