Why study Health and Wellness Promotion at MC?

Students pursuing the degree in Health and Wellness Promotion at Maryville College understand the multi-faceted health needs of communities and seek to improve the lives of others through the promotion of healthy behaviors. This major takes a preventative action healthcare approach and incorporates the knowledge and strategies utilized by health and wellness professionals in a variety of fields. When paired with a passion for helping others, the skills and experience acquired in this major prepare individuals for rewarding career roles as health and wellness professionals in worksite wellness programs, health agencies (local, state and federal), community organizations and other healthcare settings. Students who receive a B.A. in Health and Wellness Promotion may choose to pursue graduate and/or professional studies in areas such as exercise physiology, health education, health promotion, nutrition, public health, sports marketing and management, sport psychology and other allied health professions.

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Josh Locke

Hometown: Knoxville, Tennessee

Josh’s decision to attend Maryville was influenced by the recommendations and personal testimonials from fellow veterans who found success at the College. “That sense of camaraderie played a pivotal role in my decision,” he said.

He said he finds satisfaction in studying the intricacies of the human body and, as a result of studying anatomy and physiology, has adopted a more health-conscious lifestyle. He plans to leverage his education and passion to make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans who often must wait for care from the Veterans Administration. “Ensuring that our veterans receive the care they deserve is a mission that drives me,” he said.

 

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Tiara Kemp ’22

Currently: Pursing a master’s degree in Public Health at ETSU

Between her graduation from MC and enrollment in graduate school, Tiara landed a fellowship with the Tennessee Department of Health, where she led projects within the Maternal Child Health (MCH) Title 5 Black Grant. It was a course on public health at MC that helped Tiera decide to major in Health and Wellness Promotion instead of Nursing. “I realized that I love to teach and build programs,” she said. “Dr. [Jeremy] Steeves and Dr. [Jennifer] Oody were extremely helpful in helping me re-navigate my new career plan.”

In addition to her graduate schooling, Tiera works as a graduate assistant and volunteers with AYSO.

Chair, Division of Health Sciences & Outdoor Studies, Professor of Exercise Science
Dr. Traci Haydu
Chair, Division of Health Sciences & Outdoor Studies, Professor of Exercise Science
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Associate Professor of Exercise Science
Dr. Jennifer Flynn Oody
Associate Professor of Exercise Science
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Possible Career Opportunities:

  • Camp Director
  • Fitness Instructor
  • *Personal Trainer
  • Group Fitness Exercise Leader
  • *Intercollegiate Coach
  • Parks and Recreation Activity Coordinator
  • Sports Management
  • Sports Marketing
  • Sports Official
  • Sports Journalist/Broadcaster
  • Sports Journalist
  • Sports Broadcaster
  • Sports Official
  • *Community College Teacher
  • *Adapted Physical Education Specialist
  • *Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • *Health Resort Sports Program
  • *Athletic Trainer
  • *Sports Marketer
  • Related Fields
  • Adapted Physical Education
  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Motor Development
  • Motor Learning
  • Youth Camp Coordinator/Counselor
  • Coaching-Sport Clubs/Sport Camps
  • *Strength and Conditioning coach
  • Wellness Coordinator
  • Campus/Recreation Coordinator
  • Commercial Sports Camps
  • Recreation Department Program Director
  • Related Fields
  • Adapted Physical Education
  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Motor Development
  • Motor Learning

*Some careers require advanced education/training

Possible Career Opportunities with Teacher Licensure:

  • Public or Private School Teacher:
  • Elementary School, Junior High/Middle
  • School
  • Interscholastic Coach
  • *Athletic Director
  • *College Professor
  • *Principal
  • *Coordinator for School Health
  • *Intercollegiate Coach
  • Commercial Sports Camps
  • Recreation Department Program Director
  • Overseas School Programs
  • Military School Programs
  • Youth Servicing Agencies Coordinator
  • Fitness Instructor
  • Personal Trainer
  • *Some careers require advanced education/training

Students successfully completing the program of study will have achieved the following learning outcomes:

  1. Exhibit effective oral, written and critical thinking skills regarding subjects related to HWP in an individual and group setting
    1. Each student will be able to define and explain health and wellness.
    2. Each student will be able to explain how different areas of health are interrelated (i.e., a holistic view of health).
    3. Students should be able to demonstrate public health information literacy.
  2. Describe the behavioral (physical activity, nutrition), environmental and genetic risk factors for chronic disease.
  3. Evaluate and integrate critical concepts and skills acquired in the HWP program to common public health issues
    1. Demonstrate understanding of the concept of health disparity/inequality and factors that might lead to differences in health outcomes across populations.
    2. Identify and address public health policy.
    3. Demonstrate competencies in public health communication.
  4. Utilize statistical and measurement concepts (qualitative, quantitative, program effectiveness) to reduce risk of disease and improve quality of life across the lifespan
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts and features of project implementation, including planning, assessment, and evaluation.
  6. Apply knowledge, skills and critical program solving for their prospective career/vocation
  7. Apply health-related knowledge to create a health promoting lifestyle that will result in reduced risk of disease and improved quality of life.

The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Health and Wellness Promotion requires a minimum of 60 credit hours.

Required courses include:

Major and Major-Related Courses

PHR 101: Human Health and Wellness(3 hrs)
PHR 177: Community CPR & First Aid(1 hrs)
PHR 231: Motor Development and Motor Learning(3 hrs)
PHR 321: Physical Education and Recreation for Special Populations(3 hrs)
PHR 336: Community Health(3 hrs)
EXS 217: Human Anatomy and Physiology I(4 hrs)
EXS 218: Human Anatomy and Physiology II(4 hrs)
EXS 219: Principles of Human Nutrition(3 hrs)
EXS 221: Nutrition Across the Lifespan(3 hrs)
EXS 241: Population Health and Disease Prevention(3 hrs)
EXS 332: Kinesiology(3 hrs)
EXS 337: Internship in Exercise Science(0-15 hrs)
EXS 342: Research Methods in Physical Activity(3 hrs)
EXS 345: Physiology of Exercise(3 hrs)
EXS 351: Senior Study I(3 hrs)
EXS 352: Senior Study II(3 hrs)
BUS 201: Principles of Management(3 hrs)
PSY 101: Introductory Psychology(3 hrs)

Either of the following courses:

EXS 222: Sport and Exercise Nutrition(3 hrs)
Or
EXS 242: Physical Activity and Chronic Disease(3 hrs)

One course selected from the following:

EXS 311: Athletic Training(3 hrs)
EXS 365: Pediatric Exercise Physiology(3 hrs)
EXS 411: Exercise Testing and Prescription(3 hrs)
EXS 412: Biomechanical Principles of Human Movement(3 hrs)

Through a four-year plan developed in consultation with an academic advisor, students develop a program of elective coursework in a variety of subjects individualized to their career goals. Specific requirements of particular post-graduate institutions should be ascertained early in the undergraduate program because they may require courses beyond the minimum required for the B.A. in Health and Wellness Promotion.

This major is not open to students majoring in Exercise Science.

The Minor in Health and Wellness Promotion consists of 15 credit hours.

Required courses include:

Minor and Minor-Related Courses

PHR 101: Human Health and Wellness(3 hrs)
EXS 219: Principles of Human Nutrition(3 hrs)
Three additional credit hours selected from among 200-level courses in Exercise Science
Six additional credit hours selected from among 300 or 400-level courses in Exercise Science

This minor is not open to students majoring in Exercise Science.

In addition to required courses for majors and minors, Maryville College students take classes in the Maryville Curriculum, a core program of general education. Consisting of 51 credit hours, the Maryville Curriculum ensures that students see their major in a wider context and develop the basic communication, quantitative, and critical thinking skills that are needed for success in college and career.

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