Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health and Wellness (Online)

Degree Type

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Study Options

On Campus
Online
Hybrid

For all the advances we’ve seen in public health, we still have a long way to go. Though we may have the means to prevent chronic and infectious diseases, not everyone has access to them. With a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Community Health and Wellness from our School of Allied Health Professions, you can do more than promote healthy living: you can help create a fairer, more equitable society.

The BS in Community Health and Wellness trains students to become powerful advocates for community healthcare. That might mean launching a public awareness campaign about positive health behaviors; it might mean working as an educator in a community health setting.

Whatever path you choose, you’ll graduate with the skills you’ll need to make a real difference in the world around you. Read on to discover how you can earn a Community Health degree online.

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Why an Online Major in Community Health and Wellness?

Careers in community health are on the rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), careers for health education specialists and community health workers will increase by 12% over the next several years. That’s more than twice the average rate for all occupations in the U.S. A large proportion of those jobs will be right here in the New York City metro area.

Community health professionals need two things: a passion for helping others, and the knowledge to be able to turn that passion into action. You already have the first. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health and Wellness, you can learn the second — and start to build a stable, secure career.

Online Curriculum

Online Community Health and Wellness majors follow the same comprehensive curriculum, with the same professional faculty, as our on campus students. The only difference is the flexibility in your scheduling.

With a combination of academic theory and practical, project-based learning, you’ll discover how to design and implement evidence-based strategies aimed at improving health outcomes in communities of every size.

Your instructors at the School of Allied Health Professions have tackled public health issues at the local, state, federal, and even global levels. They’re health educators, public policymakers, epidemiologists, and public health advocates — and they’re ready to share their experience with you. They’ll cover topics that include:

Health services administration
Research methodologies in healthcare
Community health services
Community health program planning
Cultural competency in healthcare

You’ll also be able to choose electives geared to your areas of interest, with online classes focused on:

Race, ethnicity, and health
Drug and alcohol abuse
Juvenile delinquency
Psychology
HIV/AIDS
Women’s health
Reproductive health

You’ll examine the biological, social and behavioral factors that lead to health disparities in modern-day healthcare — and learn what you can do about them. You’ll also learn the communication, leadership, and administrative skills you’ll need to serve communities most effectively.

How Long Does It Take to Earn a Community Health Degree Online ?

It takes eight (8) semesters to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health and Wellness online. Monroe University has a three (3)-semester academic year, which means that full-time students could finish their degree online in less than three (3) years.

Community Health Degree Requirements:

120 total credits

60 credits of major-related courses (including required field experience)
60 credits of general education and related courses

For students interested in in-person classes, the School of Allied Health Professions also offers both fully on-campus and hybrid options.

The Online Module: 2 Courses in 7½ Weeks

Our innovative module program offers you a chance to try online learning without having to commit to a full course load. Module students take just two (2) classes at a time over 7½ weeks — just half the length of a normal semester.

Then, whether you choose to continue your studies online or on campus, your module credits apply toward your degree.

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Featured Course

Environmental Health Issues

This course examines the many facets of environmental and occupational health. These include air, surface water, and groundwater contamination; food safety, radiation, and chemical and physical hazards in the environment; as well as control of disease prevention, substance abuse issues, and injuries in the workplace. Community Health and Wellness majors will learn how these issues are interconnected as they study larger factors like global climate change and industrialization, both in the U.S. and in developing nations.

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Admission Requirements

All applicants to the BS degree in Community Health and Wellness must submit:

Either a high school graduation credential or high school equivalency diploma, or a recognized college associate degree or higher as listed in the transfer admissions policy.
A completed application for admission, as well as a personal statement or essay.

Applicants also participate in a pre-admission interview.

Learn more about how to apply to Monroe University.

Tuition and Financial Aid

How Much Does an Online Community Health Degree Cost?

Access to education is an important issue in public health. It’s important to us, too.

We offer affordable tuition and fees, as well as manageable payment plans to fit your budget. We also pair every student with a dedicated financial aid counselor, who will work with you one-on-one to get you the best possible combination of grants, scholarships, and loans.

We also make it easier for working professionals to further their education: if you’re employed by one of our more than 400 partner organizations, you might be eligible for a Corporate Partnership Grant that can cover up to 20% of your tuition costs.

At Monroe, we believe in making quality education affordable. We think we’ve succeeded, but don’t take our word for it. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Monroe among the Best Value Schools in Regional Universities North year after year.

Learn more about financial aid opportunities.

Your Future Community Health Career

What Jobs Can You Get With a Degree in Community Health and Wellness?

Earning your Community Health degree online will prepare you to work in federal, state, or local government health agencies, as well as in both private health organizations and voluntary health agencies (VHAs) that include:

Medical centers
Community health clinics
Fitness and wellness facilities
Pharmaceutical companies
Health insurance companies

As you work toward your degree, you’ll discover where you want to make an impact — and how. Jobs for Community Health majors include:

Community health worker
Health education specialist
Director of rehabilitation
Patient care coordinator
Home health care manager
Community outreach worker
Laboratory manager
Health and wellness advocate

For the tools to advance even further in your career, you can choose to continue your education with a Master of Public Health Degree from our King Graduate School.

Professional Opportunities

At Monroe, we believe that real-world learning is just as important as your classwork. That’s why a supervised internship is a required part of the Community Health and Wellness curriculum. Through internships, students can gain valuable field experience in health and wellness settings that have included:

The School of Allied Health Professions also offers a variety of clubs, organizations, and honor societies where students can build their professional networks:

Alpha Eta is the national honor society for the allied health professions. Every year, the society awards $1000 honorariums to students who display outstanding scholarship.
The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) offers professional development courses for health professionals from all backgrounds, as well as certifications for various specializations.
Members of Monroe’s Allied Health Club pool their talents to develop practical health education programs for the surrounding community.

Discover What You Can Achieve

Unlock Your Potential With an Online Community Health and Wellness Degree

When you earn your Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health and Wellness, you’re not just taking the first step toward improving the quality of your own life. You're taking a step toward improving the lives of others.

You have the potential. Now, you can make an impact.

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