Human Health Sciences Program

School of Health and Human Sciences

Preparing students for in-demand careers making a difference in people’s lives and creating healthier communities.

What is Human Health Sciences?

A bachelor’s degree in human health sciences is your pathway to a truly diverse range of rewarding careers in the dynamic, fast-growing field of allied health industries, and powerful preparation for graduate study.

Allied health professions cover a range of healthcare related roles and organizations. Students in this program are introduced to a wide range of allied health careers and pathways to position them for success in the health professions.

Students get involved in community experiences in North Carolina’s Triad region. They take part in practical learning or shadowing within their chosen career field.

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$63,000

Is the average salary for a U.S. worker with a bachelor’s degree in health science, according to PayScale.

#1

First and only institution in the North Carolina Piedmont Triad region to offer this program.

28%

Projected growth of medical and health services managers from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Charlize Portlock, Class of ’27

Hometown: Charlotte, NC

Why did you choose this major?
I want to make a positive impact on the community, help better people’s lives, and bridge the gap of care – especially when it comes to people of color and minorities.

Career Goals:
I would like to pursue pharmacy or genetic counseling.

Favorite Movie:
Pitch Perfect 2 – my mom and I love to watch it together.

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