Bachelor of Science Health Science and Wellness Major: Clinician Degree Option

Clinician Degree Option at UW-Stevens Point is a Pathway to Advance Your Allied Health Career

The Health Science and Wellness – Clinician Degree Option at UW-Stevens Point is a bachelor’s degree completion program for clinical allied health professionals. Step into career advancement by earning your bachelor’s degree, enhancing your expertise, and gaining valuable leadership skills. Diversify your healthcare knowledge and prepare for greater opportunities in the growing healthcare field. This program offers a unique opportunity to study both health science and wellness, equipping you with an understanding of physical health, mental health, healthcare administration, and overall wellness. By integrating these critical areas, you’ll gain the skills needed to deliver holistic care that meets the diverse needs of today’s healthcare environment.
Students must transfer a minimum of 30 credits* from an allied health program to apply toward a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Wellness. UW-Stevens Point can accept any number of credits and could apply up to 72 from a technical college towards their bachelor’s.

*Students with smaller allied health programs (<30 credits) who did not earn 30 credits in their allied health program can complete a Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate (12 credits) at UW-Stevens Point to meet the credit requirement. Applicants must be eligible for or hold a current registration, certification, or licensure in a clinical allied health discipline.

Examples of Eligible Allied Health Programs

• Dental Assistant
• Dental Hygienist
• Health and Wellness Coach
• Massage Therapist
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Billing and Coding
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Nursing (LPN, RN)
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Paramedic
• Physical Therapy Assistant
• Radiography
• Respiratory Therapist
• Sonography

This is not an exhaustive list. Please contact us to determine if your program meets our criteria.

The health science and wellness major at UW-Stevens Point provides you with broad skills and opportunities for a variety of careers within the health field. The interdisciplinary major will prepare you for the art of working with people and the science of health and disease.

In addition to core requirements, students may choose pathways to careers or graduate programs, such as: Pre-Athletic Training, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Health Coaching, Worksite Wellness, Healthcare Administration, or Strength and Conditioning.

Graduates in the field of health science and wellness are employed in a wide variety of health-related careers. Whether located in a corporate, community, hospital, or educational setting, professionals are actively involved in facilitating behavior change and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Possible career options include:

• athletic trainer*
• physical therapist*
• occupational therapist*
• health coach
• exercise physiologist*
• wellness center manager
• fitness specialist
• health educator
• employee wellness director
• community outreach coordinator
• nursing home administrator
• patient access coordinator

*Requires advanced degree

Applicants must be eligible for or hold a current registration, certification, or licensure in a clinical allied health discipline.

Advance your skills, expand your career opportunities, and earn your bachelor’s degree with the Health Science and Wellness – Clinician Degree Option program at UW-Stevens Point. Start your journey today! Email us with a copy of your unofficial transcripts to receive an estimate on how many credits are needed to complete this program.

https://www.uwsp.edu/programs/degree/health-science-and-wellness/