The dual degrees in these programs prepare graduates to pursue careers in health programs in hospitals, industries, wellness centers, public and private clinics, YMCAs, YWCAs, fitness camps, athletic clubs, and university training tables. Graduates receive two degrees a B.S. in Human Nutrition and a B.S. in kinesiology with a nutrition and exercise option. This rigorous program will take four to five years to complete, depending on course load and summer school enrollment. Public Health Nutrition Graduates are prepared to work in nutrition education and health promotion. Students typically are employed in health care organizations or public health agencies at the federal, state, and local levels.
International opportunities are available in both public and private health organizations.
Studies include health, as well as human nutrition. A practicum enables students to gain experience in public health. This program allows a student to integrate knowledge from all areas of human ecology and prepares the student for employment or graduate studies. Many students who are deciding on a major initially choose general human ecology while exploring academic options. Graduates completing this program can qualify for Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Certification and for positions as extension agents in 4-H and youth or family and consumer sciences programs.