Do you want to empower people to live healthier lives? Explore Walden’s online health bachelor's degree programs to see which path is right for you. Whether you choose our public health bachelor’s degree program, bachelor’s in health studies, or bachelor’s in healthcare management, you’ll find personalized assistance at every step. This includes Walden Undergraduate Academy—a dedicated online learning track that offers support, savings, and resources exclusively for students with no previous college credit.
A Walden bachelor’s degree in health can help prepare you with the job-ready skills you need to shape the future you want.
Develop skills in the business side of healthcare. Prepare to improve patient care and excel in the thriving field of healthcare management.
Develop a greater understanding of policies, organization, and dynamics of the U.S. healthcare system in our online BS in Health Studies degree program.
Gain skills to address challenges in healthcare systems, environmental health, disease prevention, health informatics, policy, global health, ethics, and behavioral and cultural issues.
Yoga and Pilates. Organic farmers’ markets. Community bike paths. A renewed interest in wellness and vitality has prompted the healthcare industry to take a closer look at how we move, what we eat, and why we behave the way we do. You can stay in step with the sweeping changes that are impacting our nation’s health by enrolling in Walden’s BS in Health Studies with a concentration in Health Promotion and Wellness.
The challenges of health and well-being in today’s world require an understanding of the social, behavioral, emotional, and cognitive factors associated with disease, illness and injury. These factors can not only vary in important ways by geography, but by differences in culture, race/ethnicity, and experience.
A projected healthcare industry growth of 21.7% by 2016* will raise the demand for health professionals who are effective leaders, critical thinkers, and ethical decision-makers. Gain a broad understanding of the field of health studies and position yourself for a leadership role in health-related organizations with Walden’s enhanced Health Management concentration in the B.S. in Health Studies program.
With multiple weight-loss shows on television and celebrity exercise regimens discussed in every tabloid, it’s hard to decipher what’s healthy and what’s hype. Now, with the Health Promotion and Wellness concentration, you can help individuals and communities—and even yourself—embrace a healthier lifestyle and achieve optimal wellness.
Public health professionals are integral to the safety and development of local and international communities. This General Program can help you build your knowledge of public health policy to promote positive social change across communities.
An effective public health professional understands how social, emotional, and cognitive factors influence a population’s behavior and attitudes about health.
As the field of public health grows, so does the need for trained professionals who are prepared to assume leadership and decision-making roles in private, government, or nonprofit public health agencies.
If you’re looking to begin or further your career in a health-focused industry, the best choice you can make is to earn your bachelor’s degree in the field. Options include the BS in Health Studies, BS in Healthcare Management, and BS in Public Health.
Choose a BS in Health Studies program to gain a greater understanding of the policies, organization, and dynamics of the U.S. healthcare system. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to shape a healthier future for others and be empowered to create the health behavior changes you want to see.
Choose a BS in Healthcare Management program to master the business side of the U.S. healthcare system and the management techniques that guide the operation of thriving healthcare organizations. You will also explore the latest trends and mission-critical challenges affecting healthcare, including health insurance, healthcare finance, and reimbursement.
Choose a BS in Public Health program to explore case studies on the latest public health issues and the challenges impacting population health and healthcare systems today. Gain the expertise to transform the quality of health and well-being in your community.
People decide to pursue a degree in the field of public health for a multitude of reasons. One benefit is increased job security—according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment of health education specialists and community health workers is projected to grow 17% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Another benefit is the variety of professions exist within the public health field—you’ll have the opportunity to find a role in the field that aligns with your interests and goals. Other benefits include being able to effect positive social change, make an impact beyond the local community level, and gain a sense of pride as you make a difference in the lives of others.
A bachelor’s in health studies can provide you with a broad base of healthcare knowledge. This means it can academically prepare you for a wide range of healthcare careers. With a BS in Health Studies, you can gain the skills and knowledge you need to pursue opportunities in settings such as:
With a BS in Healthcare Management, you can put yourself in a position to become a medical and health services manager, healthcare executive, or healthcare administrator. As a medical and health services manager, you will work with physicians, nurses, technicians, and/or other healthcare workers to improve the efficiency and quality of services. Depending on the specifics of your position, you might recruit, train, or supervise staff members; create work schedules; or keep and organize records of your facility’s services. Medical and health services managers also monitor budgets and manage finances for departments or organizations, including managing patient fees and billing.
Walden’s BS in Public Health online program can prepare you to make a difference by cultivating healthier communities. You’ll be positioned for rewarding career roles such as:
Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.
The U.S. healthcare landscape is rapidly changing—and for the better, when it comes to those in the job market. Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 16% from 2020 to 2030—much faster than the average for all occupations—adding about 2.6 million new jobs. This projection is for healthcare practitioners and technical occupations as well as healthcare support occupations. And with an aging population, the demand for healthcare services will only continue to increase.
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