A minor in Health Education and Promotion provides students with foundational knowledge in the natural sciences to understand human health, assess physiological function and dysfunction, and develop evidence-based health solutions. Students who complete the minor will have the opportunity to explore and develop health behaviors and multiple factors that influence health, theories of Health Education and Promotion, leadership skills, and a foundational anatomical understanding of the human body.
Degree Outcomes
Students who complete a minor in Health Education and Promotion will have exposure to population and individual health behaviors and outcomes that prepare students for understanding systematic challenges in health promotion.
Students who complete a minor in Health Education and Promotion will have exposure to population and individual health behaviors and outcomes that prepare students for understanding systematic challenges in health promotion.
The critical thinking and collaboration developed in the minor in Health Education and Promotion adds value to other degrees by encouraging students to think directly about how multiple variables lead to health behaviors and outcomes.
A minor in Exercise Science allows students to enhance or complement their major(s) from any LENS area to more closely align with their intended career path. The minor provides students with an introductory grounding in physiological and anatomical principles to understand how the human body responds to exercise stress and how the body changes with chronic exercise stress.
Degree Outcomes
Students will develop a foundational understanding of the scientific principles of exercise and physical activity as they relate to general health, wellness, and performance.
Students can apply basic exercise science concepts within their primary field of study, enhancing their ability to promote physical well-being in diverse settings.
Students gain introductory knowledge and skills that can support future study, certifications, or careers in health, fitness, and wellness-related areas.
A Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science prepares students for a wide range of careers in fitness, health, and wellness. Graduates may pursue roles such as athletic trainers, working with athletes to prevent and treat injuries, or become exercise physiologists who assess and treat individuals with chronic diseases or disabilities through prescribed exercise for prevention and rehabilitation.
Career opportunities also include positions in corporate wellness, where professionals design and manage health programs to promote employee well-being. Some students may choose to work in sports medicine or rehabilitation, supporting individuals recovering from heart or lung conditions to improve fitness and overall health outcomes.
Additionally, this degree can serve as a foundation for becoming a physical or occupational therapist, helping individuals regain physical function, build strength and mobility, or improve their ability to perform everyday activities.
Degree Outcomes
Students will acquire an understanding of the scientific principles of exercise and physical activity as they relate to health, performance, and disease prevention.
Students can function in a variety of roles within the health, fitness, and wellness industries, depending on their area of interest and specialization.
Students have the foundational knowledge and practical skills to pursue advanced study or professional certification in exercise science and related fields.
The Health Education and Promotion major is intended for students seeking careers that promote wellness in the community and the workplace. The major prepares students to directly work with individuals and communities to improve health and quality of life. Students learn how to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and oversee programs designed to improve health behaviors, create environments supportive of healthy lifestyles, and effectively communicate health issues to key stakeholders. The major prepares students to take the Certified Health Education Specialist exam from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing. The mix of natural and social sciences in this major also provides a foundation for professional or graduate study in allied health, health management, or public health, including positions in Health Maintenance Organizations, Hospitals, Public and Private Clinics, Voluntary Health Agencies, Health Departments, and/or Health Education.
Degree Outcomes
Students can choose career options in the various healthcare sectors, including working in hospital management as healthcare administrators, in government agencies such as the Department of Health, and in roles such as Health Educators or Community Health Professionals.
Students will be prepared to test for the Certified Health Education Specialist exam, a globally recognized certification.
Students will be prepared to pursue further education in graduate school in areas such as Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Epidemiology, and Counseling.
The Computer Science program at Ozarks equips graduates with the tools to thrive in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. With a curriculum that blends technical expertise and hands-on experience, this major prepares you to tackle real-world challenges and emerge as a leader in the IT field. Our graduates are prepared for diverse roles in IT, including Systems Analyst, Network Administrator, Cybersecurity Specialist, Database Manager, and IT Project Manager.
Degree Outcomes
Graduates will demonstrate a strong foundation in core IT principles, including programming, network security, data management, and systems analysis, and be able to apply these skills to effectively solve real-world problems.
Graduates will integrate liberal arts principles such as critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and cultural awareness to develop innovative and socially responsible IT solutions for complex challenges.
Graduates will be well-prepared to pursue advanced studies or a variety of careers in the IT field, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Information Science minors at Ozarks develop an understanding of how data are collected, organized, stored, analyzed, and presented to improve organizational decision-making. Students learn to critically analyze problems and develop appropriate methodologies and solutions. Along the way, our minors explore data visualization, descriptive statistics, and information systems. The knowledge gained in this discipline will qualify most students for careers as computer network architects, computer systems analysts, database administrators and architects, and information security analysts.
Degree Outcomes
In the tradition of a Liberal Arts education, our minors become better writers, thinkers, communicators, and problem solvers.
The Information Science minor offers a range of knowledge and skills that greatly enhance other majors, such as Business, Mathematics, and Health Science.
Students who graduate with a minor in Information Science also pursue graduate school.
Studying the impact that humans have on the environment and the impact that the environment has on humans requires a wealth of knowledge in many fields.
In the Environmental Studies major you will be able to tailor your degree to fit your own area of interests. You will take classes in the natural sciences, the social sciences, and even literature during your quest to understand your place in the environment. Our students are actively engaged in environmental leadership. Whether it is planning Earth Day Celebrations, participating in stream clean-up projects, or working on habitat restoration projects Ozarks, Environmental Studies students make a difference.
Degree Outcomes
Student can work for the National Parks System, the U.S. Forest Service, and a variety of non-profits.
Student can also become environmental lawyers.
Student have the opportunity to do research projects from studying sea turtles to studying the Buffalo River.
As a student who minors in psychology, you will complement your major by integrating the scientific, behavior, and social domains of psychology to understanding human behavior. You will learn how people cognitively process their personal and business relationships through group process interactions and brain science approaches with experience gained through laboratory and clinical service. The primary goal for our students is to help you choose a career that provides opportunities for you to have a productive and meaningful life.
Degree Outcomes
You will learn the science of human behavior and apply it to any career in fields such as criminal justice, human services, or business management.
Developing critical thinking skills in psychology courses such as social psychology will aid you to effectively evaluate the quality of the source and potential bias of information and aid in any profession such as being a case manager or communications relationship director.
Becoming familiar with psychological concepts, language, and theories will create opportunities for you to professionally communicate with others in any professional field and especially as a case worker, art therapist, social worker, teacher or sports psychologist.
Mathematics is a field that will enhance and complement any other area of study. The ability to critically think and problem solve is an advantageous skill for anyone and a minor in mathematics will promote and build this talent.
Degree Outcomes
A minor in mathematics can open doors with future employers and is a strong and useful component for gaining an advantage in the job market.
Students with majors in areas such as business, economics, and finance can bolster their resumes with a minor in mathematics. This additional benefit will be an attractive feature with many future employers.
The ability to problem solve and think critically is a vital skill in any area and with this aptitude coming from a quantitative perspective, then it might prove just the touch to grab that much sought after position in your major field of study.
Studying the impact that humans have on the environment and the impact that the environment has on humans requires a wealth of knowledge in many fields. In the Environmental Studies major you will be able to tailor your degree to fit your own area of interests. You will take classes in the natural sciences, the social sciences, and even literature during your quest to understand your place in the environment. Our students are actively engaged in environmental leadership. Whether it is planning Earth Day Celebrations, participating in stream clean-up projects, or working on habitat restoration projects, Ozarks Environmental Studies students make a difference.
Degree Outcomes
Students choose from a wide range of career paths and can work for a variety of organizations including the National Parks System, non-profits, and environmental lawyers.
While at Ozarks, they have pursued internships and studies abroad from traveling to the Maasai Mara to internships in outdoor adventure and hospitality in Ireland.
They have participated in research projects from studying sea turtles to studying the Buffalo and White Rivers.