The University of Portland School of Nursing & Health Innovations is excited to announce that the degree program formerly called the Bachelor of Science in Integrative Health and Wellness (BS-IHW) is changing to the Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Wellness (BS-PHW) starting in Fall 2024!
The University of Portland Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Wellness (BS-PHW) program is dedicated to empowering students to acquire an evidence-informed relationship with their own physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health. Students also gain the skills required to engage with individuals, organizations, communities, and populations to promote sustainable well-being.
The BS-PHW program prepares students for a professional future in population health, health coaching, or integrative medicine. BS-PHW graduates are prepared to pursue a future in a variety of professions, including:
“University of Portland School of Nursing & Health Innovations Integrative Health Coaching Program” is an approved Health and Wellness Coach Training & Education Program by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC). Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for the HWC Certifying Examination to become National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).
There are two ways to complete the Integrative Health Coaching Program at UP:
Interested in the Public Health and Wellness program? Questions? Looking for more information?
"My experience in the program has been positively enlightening. Through my experience, I have gained knowledge to heal the mind, body, and spirit without entirely relying on conventional Western medicine. I have had opportunities to learn about caring for clients, populations, and communities through a complementary and holistic health lens.
I've learned some interesting concepts like food being medicine, homeopathic medicine, mindfulness, and the social determinants of health. From my studies, I have been able to apply what I have learned to better and supplement my physical and mental wellbeing with different modalities. Due to these concepts, I am passionate about investigating the impacts of health disparities in marginalized populations.
For those interested in the program, I recommend taking a course to test out the field and open your eyes to a different side of health and wellness. To get the most out of your time, though, I recommend applying what you learn in the classroom to your real life. By experiencing the Mediterranean diet, an acupuncture session, or a guided meditation yourself, you have a better grasp of the approach, and you are better prepared to help future clients.
After graduating with my degree, I took the National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches (NBHWC) exam to become a certified health and wellness coach. I hope to gain more experience coaching and in the public health field before applying to earn my master's degree in public health. My career aspiration is to focus on health promotion and education by advocating for health equity, especially for marginalized communities."
- Asia Gates (Class of 2022)
University of Portland
5000 N. Willamette Blvd.,
Portland, Oregon 97203-5798
503.943.8000
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