Overview

Key Features

The Health and Human Performance - Health and Wellness Option at Montana State University Billings is designed to address the seven areas of responsibilities for the health education profession as recommended by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC). The seven areas of responsibility are:

Assess Individual and Community Needs for Health Education
Plan Health Education Strategies, Interventions, and Programs
Implement Health Education Strategies, Interventions, and Programs
Conduct Evaluation and Research Related to Health Education
Administer Health Education Strategies, Interventions, and Programs
Serve as a Health Education Resource Person
Communicate for Health and Health Education

The health and wellness curriculum will prepare students to: develop a strong background in human behavior and behavior modification; effectively plan, implement, and evaluate health and wellness programs; increase leadership skills; and become familiar with the latest research and developments within the field.

Internship opportunities may be explored at local, regional, and national agencies/organizations that qualify students for employment in that field.

Health and wellness graduates will find employment opportunities as health educators, health and wellness coaches, and community or worksite health promotion coordinators.

Certifications students will be eligible for upon graduation:

National Commission for Health Education Credentialing

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)

American Council on Exercise

Health Coach

National Society of Health Coaches

Certified Health Coach

American College of Sports Medicine

Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Group Exercise Instructor
Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (additional 1200 hour requirement after graduation)

National Strength and Conditioning Association

Certified Personal Trainer

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Conduct a needs assessment for health promotion.
Plan health and wellness education.
Conduct research in health and wellness.
Demonstrate effective communication skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics

College Writing

Public Speaking

Discover Biology

Fund of Bio for Allied Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-15 00:00:00 , International

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MSU Billings has rolling admission, this means prospective students may apply at any time.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Billings, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

High School Transcripts/GED or HiSET scores for review
Advanced Placement Scores (if you have taken these exams)
ACT/SAT Scores (optional)
Immunization Records
College Transcripts (any previous courses taken in HS or with another institution)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23994 USD / year

≈ 23994 USD / year
Out-of-State

23670 USD / year

≈ 23670 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8040 USD / year

≈ 8040 USD / year

Living costs

Billings

United States

945 - 1958 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Billings

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