BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

West Texas A&M University

Create Your Career

How can we make health care more affordable?  How can we increase access to high-quality care and medicine?  How can we educate people to manage their own health in a better way? How do we affect policy pertaining to health?  How do we use data and research to improve health for all?  

Health services organizations and the health of communities need your help finding the answers to these critical questions. The Bachelor of Science in Health Science program offers a foundational degree for those with a clinical background looking for a four-year degree to advance in allied health positions or want to move into positions such as health educator, community health worker, health administrative roles, community/grass roots organizer, home health aide, among many others.

Join our team of professors, experts, and innovators in making a difference in your community and the world.

Pathway associate program options:

Associate of Science in Business 

Associate of Science in Biology

Associate of Science/Associate of Arts in Psychology  

Dual Enrollment

West Texas A&M University & Blinn College District

Duration

2-4 Years

Total Credit Hours

120 Hours

Requirements

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Careers And Median Salaries

Health Services Manager

$101,340

Social and Community Service Manager

$74,000

Community Health Worker

$48,860

Health Education Specialist

$48,860

Our Graduates Have Landed

Here’s where you can find our alumni:

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Conduct research on processes and conditions related to various diseases and develop means to improve health outcomes, reduce injury and increase functional mobility
  • Analyze health and health-related issues related to a variety of vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, children, minority groups and others
  • Develop school and community nutrition, wellness, and fitness programs
  • Conduct campaigns and education programs to reduce morbidity and mortality from chronic diseases
  • Ensure safe and appropriate use of prescription medications
  • Learn how diseases start and how to prevent spread
  • Learn how to educate populations of people to better manage their health
  • Discover how to utilize physical and occupational therapy to improve quality of life 
  • Explore ways to reduce health disparities in our community
  • Communicate professionally, both in person and in writing

Faculty Spotlight

DR. JEFFREY HATALA

HEALTH SCIENCE

Dr. Hatala's work includes obesity prevention, and he is expanding his research portfolio to include increasing and strengthening public health workforce and organizations.
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FAQ

Obtain jobs in these industries:

  • Hospitals and physician’s offices
  • Clinics and outpatient care facilities
  • Medical laboratories and manufacturing companies
  • Government and private agencies
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Insurance companies
  • Consultant firms

Business Law, Medical Ethics, Medical Terminology for Health Science

Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.

Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS

This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

West Texas A&M University

Create Your Career

How can we make health care more affordable?  How can we increase access to high-quality care and medicine?  How can we educate people to manage their own health in a better way? How do we affect policy pertaining to health?  How do we use data and research to improve health for all?  

Health services organizations and the health of communities need your help finding the answers to these critical questions. The Bachelor of Science in Health Science program offers a foundational degree for those with a clinical background looking for a four-year degree to advance in allied health positions or want to move into positions such as health educator, community health worker, health administrative roles, community/grass roots organizer, home health aide, among many others.

Join our team of professors, experts, and innovators in making a difference in your community and the world.

Pathway associate program options:

Associate of Science in Business 

Associate of Science in Biology

Associate of Science/Associate of Arts in Psychology

Dual Enrollment

West Texas A&M University & Blinn College District

Duration

2-4 Years

Total Credit Hours

120 Hours

Requirements

View or Download Requirements

Careers And Median Salaries

Health Services Manager

$101,340

Community Service Manager

$74,000

Health Education Specialist

$48,860

Community Health Worker

$48,860

Our Graduates Have Landed

Here’s where you can find our alumni:

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Conduct research on processes and conditions related to various diseases and develop means to improve health outcomes, reduce injury and increase functional mobility
  • Analyze health and health-related issues related to a variety of vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, children, minority groups and others
  • Develop school and community nutrition, wellness, and fitness programs
  • Conduct campaigns and education programs to reduce morbidity and mortality from chronic diseases
  • Ensure safe and appropriate use of prescription medications
  • Learn how diseases start and how to prevent spread
  • Learn how to educate populations of people to better manage their health
  • Discover how to utilize physical and occupational therapy to improve quality of life 
  • Explore ways to reduce health disparities in our community
  • Communicate professionally, both in person and in writing

Faculty Spotlight

dr. Jeffrey Hatala

Dr. Hatala’s work includes obesity prevention and he is expanding his research portfolio to include increasing and strengthening public health workforce and organizations.

Health Science

FAQ

Obtain jobs in these industries:

  • Hospitals and physician’s offices
  • Clinics and outpatient care facilities
  • Medical laboratories and manufacturing companies
  • Government and private agencies
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Insurance companies
  • Consultant firms

Business Law, Medical Ethics, Medical Terminology for Health Science

Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a  major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.

Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS

This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

TALK WITH A RECRUITER

For more information about the application process or your degree plan, contact a recruiter to help make your academic journey the best it can be!

START BUILDING YOUR FUTURE

We’re here to help! If you have questions about the application process, a specific degree program, or anything else, simply fill out the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

START BUILDING YOUR FUTURE

We’re here to help! If you have questions about the application process, a specific degree program, or anything else, simply fill out the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.