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Health Studies Program

Promoting health through planning, policy and education

The health studies program equips students with the skills to analyze health data, plan programs, and advocate for policies that improve public health and promote healthy lifestyles.

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Degree
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Health Studies (B.S.)

The health studies major is designed to prepare students to use program planning, policy analysis and education to change the conditions and the systems that affect the health of people.

The curriculum engages students in thinking critically about creative solutions to health problems and recognizing that health is related to many issues, including genetics, environment, personal choices and behaviors.
Career Opportunities
  • Community health educator
  • Health journalist
  • Disease prevention specialist
  • Patient navigator
  • Corporate wellness specialist
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School of Health and Human Sciences
Physical Address
1060 Campanile Ave.
Brookings, SD 57007
Mailing Address
Wagner Hall 425, Box 2275A
Brookings, SD 57007
Hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.