Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Science in Health Program

The University of Houston's Bachelor of Science in Health program is designed to meet the increasing demand for public health educators, health promotion specialists, and allied health professionals. The program offers three degree tracks: public health, health promotion, and health promotion for allied health professionals.

About the Program

The Bachelor of Science in Health program is dedicated to providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a variety of healthcare settings. The program's mission is to prepare graduates to work in public health agencies, worksite health promotion, and voluntary health agencies.

Degree Tracks

The program offers three degree tracks:

• Public Health: This track provides courses required for entry-level public health jobs found in government agencies, health corporations, community non-profit organizations, and healthcare facilities.
• Health Promotion: This track consists of core health promotion courses and advanced health electives designed to provide students with the flexibility to develop areas of individual competencies desirable for future employment.
• Health Promotion for Allied Health Professionals: This track is designed for students who have completed a two-year associate degree program in an allied health field and wish to progress to a bachelor's degree.

Program Details

The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in health education and promotion. The program's courses cover a range of topics, including socio-cultural, behavioral, psychological, and biological factors contributing to wellness and disease.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are well-prepared to pursue careers in a variety of settings, including:

• Community and public health agencies
• Healthcare settings
• Worksite health promotion
• Schools, colleges, and universities
• Voluntary health agencies

Faculty

The program's faculty includes:

• Dr. Monica Adams
• Dr. Amirmohsen Behjat
• Dr. Chakema Carmack
• Dr. Virmarie Correa-Fernández
• Dr. Kelli Drenner
• Dr. Jennifer Farmer
• Dr. Theresa Fedor Amador
• Dr. Tres Hinds
• Dr. Xiaomei Li
• Dr. Rosenda Murillo
• Dr. Norma Olvera
• Dr. Rhonda Scherer

Scholarships

All health program students are encouraged to apply for scholarships through the University of Houston and the College of Education.

Location

The University of Houston is located in Houston, Texas, the fourth largest city in the United States and one of the nation's most diverse cities. This diversity provides students and faculty with a unique and enriching environment in which to learn and grow.