Explores concepts, attitudes, research and practices associated with the optimization of health and performance. Students gain practical and foundational knowledge regarding evidence-based practice, nutrition, physical activity, executive function, strategies and cognition.

An engaging, multidisciplinary, scientific and practical exploration into factors influencing the well-being of individuals and society. Students experiment with mindsets, habits, strategies and skills to develop greater awareness and curiosity about lifelong well-being and success.

Health and wellness coaching skills and competencies for health professionals with emphasis on the practical application of behavioral health coaching theories, motivational interviewing and goal-attainment skills to empower clients and promote sustainable healthy lifestyle changes.

Examines substance use patterns throughout the U.S. Explores regional trends, historical influences and policy impacts. Presents effective prevention and intervention practices. Emphasizes the importance of reducing stigma associated with substance use. Learners engage in scientific inquiry and research.

Helps health and fitness professionals/educators understand the basics of exercise physiology, bioenergetics, exercise science and human performance. Topics are designed to provide a base of knowledge so students can progress to design physical activity programs that increase physical function and improve overall health.

Develops skills necessary to become an effective grant writer and health promotion manager. Identifies sources of funding, conducts needs assessment research, and tailors grant proposals for health promotion programs. Uses team and individual processes to build knowledge and skills for managing and administering health education/promotion programs. Aligned with specific competencies and objectives required for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) offered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing.

Foundational course for those who anticipate working in the health field. Learners gain a broad understanding of historical, cultural and philosophical underpinnings of health promotion. They refine necessary skills for working as health professionals, including effective researching, writing and critical thinking. Explores principles of a preventive approach to health and wellness. Introduces the importance of evidence-based practice.

Student-centered instructional course designed to excite and propel the student into the development of a successful academic and professional career path in the fields of health coaching, fitness or wellness. Presents a general overview of the career opportunities for students in the health and fitness fields with group and individual assignments that enable participants to more thoroughly explore options related to their goals. Divided into 3 major sections: academic preparation, professional development and career exploration. Assists students to develop their own individual blueprint for accomplishing their professional goals and understand the skills they need to develop along the way to be successful.

Evaluates the major components of complementary and alternative health care models and evidenced-based recommendations related to complementary health care.

Health theories help to frame health and health outcomes in our society. Applies health theories to medical problems in order to explore the different levels of influence on behavior: individual, social network, community, health system and policies. Helps students take a deeper look at the intersections between people and their environment as well as understand how influence on our health is constructed all around us.

Integrates the theory and practice of ethics within health-related disciplines and the application of bioethics by health science professionals, including health disparities.

Application-based course explores digital health communication and education. Evaluates the ways in which digital platforms are used to share health information. Teaches how to utilize social media to teach others about evidence-based health information. Examines misinformation and effective ways to challenge it. Creates evidence-based digital health communication campaign.

Introduces nutritional concepts with an emphasis on evidenced-based guidelines and practices. Students explore the macronutrients and micronutrients in food, how these nutrients are utilized by the body and their effect on overall health and disease. Also discusses what makes a 'healthy diet,' dietary eating patterns, energy balance and body weight. Students learn techniques to assess the credibility of nutrition information in the media, on the Internet and in scientific journals. Additional topics also include cultural aspect of food, food sustainability and food safety.

Introduces best practices for gathering, interpreting, analyzing, synthesizing and evaluating research within the nutrition field.

Examines the influence of physical activity, fitness and sedentary behavior on the risk of chronic disease and mortality with an emphasis on the principles of evidence-based practice.

Examines dietary choices throughout the life span and how they impact personal health and wellness. Raises awareness of thoughts and behaviors related to food and physical activity. Recognizes potential behavioral and social factors that impact participation in wellness programs.