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Warrensburg, MO 64093
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HealthStudies

"What Can I Do With a Major in...Health Studies?"

Bachelor of Science Degree Option 1: Social Science Program
Bachelor of Science Degree Option 2: Pre-Physical Therapy/Pre-Occupational Therapy
Bachelor of Science Degree Option 3: Community Health


Occupational Outlook Handbook: "Medical and Health Services Managers"

The graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Studies will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to:

  • Conduct research on processes and diseases
  • Analyze issues pertaining to the person and quality of life
  • Plan, administer and evaluate services and service delivery
  • Provide for and ensure oversight of public health and public services
  • Protect the health and safety of workers
  • Conduct campaigns and educational programs to reduce morbidity and mortality
  • Gain training and expertise needed for successful transition into professional education programs.

Related Career Titles

Aging and Lifespan Specialist
Community Health Spokesperson
Disease Investigator
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Response Specialist
Emergency Services Coordinator/Director
Environmental Engineer Technician
Environmental Health Specialist
Epidemiologist
Health Administrator
Health Educator
Health Informatics Specialist
Health Inspector
Health Scientist
Health Services Officer
Healthcare Manager
Laboratory Technician
Lobbyist
Medical Officer

Medical Transcriptionist
Nutritionist
Occupational Therapist
Paramedic
Personal Trainer
Pharmaceutical Sales
Physical Therapist
Physician Assistant
Policy Analyst
Public Affairs Specialist
Public Health Program Specialist
Public Health Scientist/Analyst
Quality Improvement Specialist
Science Policy Director/Administrator
Wellness Coordinator

Related Job Listings/Job Search Websites

Agency for Health Care Research and Quality
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
Assisted Living Directory
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Central Career Network
Directory of Missouri Local Health Agencies
Federal Employment
Food and Drug Administration
Health Resources and Services Administration
Health Medical Jobs
Indian Health Service
National Institutes of Health
Public Health Employment Connection
Public Health Jobs
Public Health Jobs Worldwide
Science Jobs
State Health Agencies
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Top Clinical Jobs

Affiliated Organizations

American Academy of Environmental Engineers
American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
American College of Healthcare Executives
American Public Health Association
Association for Public Health Laboratories
Association of Schools of Public Health
National Association of County and City Health Officials
National Environmental Health Association
National Institutes of Health

Four-Year Academic Plan

Health Studies: Social Science
Health Studies: Pre PT/OT
Health Studies: Community Health

Career Library Resources

Career Planning Guide for the Allied Health Professions
Exploring Health Careers
Healthcare Job Explosion
Healthcare Careers for the 21st Century
Opportunities in Environmental Careers
Opportunities in Eye Care Careers
Opportunities in Clinical Laboratory Science Careers
Opportunities in Medical Sales Careers
Opportunities in Occupational Therapy Careers
Opportunities in Pharmacy Careers
Opportunities in Paramedical Careers
Opportunities in Physical Therapy Careers
Opportunities in Physician Assistance Careers
Opportunities in Research and Development Careers
Opportunities in Physical Therapy Careers
Pfizer Guide:Medical Career Opportunities
Pfizer Guide: Pharmacy Career Opportunities
PhD Process
Public Health. Career Choices that Make a Difference

Disclaimer:
The career paths listed are those which are commonly associated with this area of study and in no way does this site attempt to suggest that these are all of the career paths possible. Some of the career paths listed may require additional education, training, development, licenses and/or certifications. Listings of resources such as job listings, web links, professional organizations, library publications, and other information found on this page are believed to be accurate and true at the time published. The "What Can I Do With A Major In..." database is reviewed and updated every year in July. While no list is truly exhaustive, if you feel something should be added, deleted, changed or updated on this page, please contact the Office of Career Services by e-mail at careers@ucmo.edu and an out-of-cycle change will be completed.

Who Can Help Me

Keira Mann
Career Development Coordinator