Applied Health Science (M.S.)

The graduate program in Applied Health Science is focused on training students in health promotion and disease prevention to prepare them for employment in a variety of settings including but not limited to, public health and community health agencies, health care organizations, and wellness programs. The curriculum focuses on skills and competencies required to apply for credentialing as a Certified Health Education Specialist or Master Certified Health Education Specialist.

Program Highlights

• Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to apply for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam administered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing.

Application Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 2.85
• A personal statement indicating your purpose for pursuing a graduate degree in the department here at Minnesota State Mankato
• Three letters of recommendation from professors or professional colleagues
• Resume

Additional Requirements for International Applicants:

The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.

• Minimum TOEFL iBT score of 79 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5
• Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.

Application Deadlines

	U.S. Based Applicants	International Applicants
Fall Start	Rolling	May 1
Spring Start	Rolling	September 1
Summer Start	Rolling	N/A

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Time to Completion: 2 Years

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