Program Overview
Build a strong foundation in health and wellness. Through coursework in physical activity, nutrition, mental health and behavior change, you’ll develop practical knowledge to support personal wellbeing and promote healthier communities. This minor complements a wide range of majors and prepares students to apply health concepts in diverse professional settings.
Course topics include:
- Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education
- Human Structure & Function
- Principles Of Nutrition
- Human Sexuality
- Drugs, Health and Human Behavior
- Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control
- Community and Environmental Health
Fast Facts
Open to All Majors
Designed to complement a wide range of academic programs, the health minor fits easily into most degree plans.
Flexible Learning Options
Available on-campus or online, making it accessible for both traditional and nontraditional students.
Real-World Experience
Gain practical skills through applied coursework and opportunities that connect learning to real-life health challenges.
Why Study Health at UW-Superior?
Science-Based Curriculum
Courses are grounded in evidence-based health science, giving you a strong foundation in wellness, disease prevention and human behavior.
Applied, Practical Focus
Learn how to translate health concepts into real-world solutions that support individuals, organizations and communities.
Strong Academic Pairing
The minor complements majors such as exercise science, sports and recreation management and related fields, enhancing your career readiness.
Experiential Learning
Apply what you learn in class through hands-on experiences both in and out of the classroom. Experiential learning may include service-learning projects, internships and community engagement. These experiences help you build practical skills, explore career interests and make meaningful contributions to the health of others.
Career Opportunities
Paired with exercise science, sports and recreation management and more, this minor prepares you for roles such as:
- Community health educator
- Health promotion specialist
- Wellness coach
- Health researcher
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Applying to UW-Superior is easy and free for undergraduate students. Once your application is submitted, you’ll hear from us within just a few days. We’re here to help you every step of the way with any questions you may have, so why wait? Start your application today.
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