100%
Online Option
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Turn Your Passion for Wellness Into a Career
The Bachelor of Science in Health & Wellness Management at Athens State University prepares you to help individuals, organizations, and communities build healthier lifestyles and improve overall well-being. You’ll develop knowledge of health promotion, wellness, behavior change, program development, and management while building the communication and leadership skills needed to turn healthy ideas into effective programs.
Whether you want to work in corporate wellness, community health, fitness and recreation, healthcare, employee well-being, or another health-related field, this program provides a versatile foundation for a career focused on helping people live healthier, more productive lives.
At Athens State, you’ll learn how to turn your interest in health and wellness into practical solutions—and a career with purpose.
Program Overview
Health and wellness extend far beyond the doctor’s office. Employers, healthcare organizations, schools, community agencies, fitness organizations, and other groups increasingly recognize the importance of helping people prevent illness, manage health risks, and develop healthier habits.
The Bachelor of Science in Health & Wellness Management combines an understanding of health and wellness with the management and organizational skills needed to develop and lead effective programs. You’ll explore health promotion, wellness strategies, behavior change, nutrition, physical activity, and other factors that influence individual and community well-being. The program also emphasizes the practical side of wellness. You’ll learn how to plan, implement, manage, and evaluate health and wellness initiatives while developing the leadership, communication, and organizational skills necessary to work with diverse populations.
Whether you’re interested in helping individuals improve their health or helping organizations create healthier environments, the program can prepare you to take an active role in a growing and increasingly important field.
What You’ll Learn
The Health & Wellness Management program gives you a broad understanding of the factors that influence health while developing the skills needed to turn that knowledge into effective wellness programs.
You’ll explore concepts related to health promotion, disease prevention, physical activity, nutrition, healthy behaviors, and wellness across different populations. You’ll also examine the social and behavioral factors that influence people’s health choices and learn how effective wellness initiatives can encourage sustainable behavior change.
The management component of the program prepares you to move from ideas to implementation. You’ll develop skills in program planning, leadership, communication, organization, and evaluation while learning how to design initiatives that respond to the needs of individuals, workplaces, and communities.
By completing the program, you’ll be prepared to assess wellness needs, develop meaningful programs, communicate health information effectively, and help organizations create environments that support healthier choices.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
The growing focus on prevention, employee well-being, healthy lifestyles, and quality of life is creating opportunities for professionals who understand both wellness and program management.
Explore your career pathways with the Bachelor of Science in Health & Wellness Management, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$72k
Health Services Manager Estimated Entry Salary
$101k
Health Services Manager Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State University provides an affordable and accessible path to a bachelor’s degree for transfer students, working adults, and others ready to advance their education.
Whether you’re transferring after completing an associate degree, returning to college to complete your bachelor’s degree, or already working in healthcare and looking to advance your career, Athens State can help you navigate the path forward.
Our Admissions & Aid team can help you understand admission requirements, transfer credit, financial aid, scholarships, and other resources available to help make your education more affordable.
Ready to take the next step? Explore your admission and financial aid options and discover how Athens State can help you reach your goals.
Why Choose This Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Bachelor of Science in Health & Wellness Management is offered entirely online, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your bachelor’s degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn a college degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt. Plus, our learning partnerships make a degree from Athens Sate even more accessible.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone — our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.