Health Promotion, BA
Turn your passion for health and wellness into a rewarding career by pursuing a degree in Health Promotion. You’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience necessary to launch a meaningful career in public health, wellness coaching, community outreach, and more.
In the classroom, you’ll explore the social and cultural causes of health disparities, determinants of health, and inequities that lead to differences in health outcomes across populations. This knowledge will equip you to create and evaluate health promotion programs in a diverse range of communities. The curriculum provides numerous opportunities for experiential learning through the classroom, internships, and beyond.
Student Opportunties
Health Promotion Curriculum
Earn an Kinesiology: Health Promotion, BA and a Single-Subject Teaching Credential at Saint Mary's in just four years through our Single Subject Teaching Credential Integrated Pathway!
What can you do with a degree in Health Promotion?
A degree in Health Promotion provides students with opportunities to pursue their passion for health advocacy and education across a range of careers and settings.
Health Educator
Design and implement health education programs for schools, nonprofits, and public agencies.
Health Promotion Specialist
Develop and lead programs that encourage healthy lifestyle changes within schools, workplaces, or communities.
Public Health Specialist
Work with health departments or government agencies to analyze and address health trends.
Community Outreach Coordinator
Connect underserved populations with healthcare services and resources.
Wellness Coach / Health Coach
Guide individuals in lifestyle changes related to fitness, nutrition, stress, etc.
Corporate Wellness Coordinator
Run employee wellness programs in large companies to improve health outcomes and reduce costs.
Chronic Disease Prevention Specialist
Educate and support patients with diabetes, obesity, hypertension, etc.
Health Promotion Specialist in schools or nonprofits
Focus on youth or at-risk populations, developing age-appropriate health initiatives.
Sexual Health Educator or Substance Abuse Prevention Educator
Address sensitive health topics with targeted populations.
Patient Advocate
Help patients navigate the healthcare system and understand their care.
Care Coordinator
Work in clinics or hospitals managing preventative care follow-ups and screenings.
Health Program Assistant for NGOs
Participate in health initiatives abroad or in disaster relief.
Saint Mary's Testimonials
“My degree in Kinesiology with a focus on Health Promotion gave me universal insights into human behavior, wellness, and communication—skills that continue to shape how I show up in my professional life. It taught me the value of listening deeply, thinking critically, and understanding what people need to feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Sadie Peters, Class of 2022, Associate Account & Brand Strategy Manager at Grow Marketing
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