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Major challenges in healthcare — including the rise of chronic diseases, soaring costs for care, and the mental health crisis — are leading to more career opportunities in the health and wellness industries. As a health and wellness minor, you’ll develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address some of the biggest issues in the field. This flexible minor allows you to choose from a range of topics and learning experiences such as:

• Researching in the analytical science lab and Exercise and Movement Science Lab.
• Exploring the global impacts of critical health issues.
• Understanding how to use preventative health promotion strategies such as exercise and nutrition.
• Analyzing health from a business standpoint. 

• Principles of Biology: Learn about the fundamental principles of biology, including topics such as scientific methodology, biological classification and nomenclature, cell structure and function, cellular biochemistry, principles of energy and metabolism, genetics, aspects of ecology, and evolution. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of life processes at the cellular and molecular level.
   
• Human Health and Disease: Explore the basics of human biology, health, and how disease can develop when the normal processes of the human body go wrong. You’ll also learn about modern biomedical advancements that help diagnose and treat disease and how healthcare operates as a system. 

Round out your minor with two electives that match your interests and career goals. Topics include:

• Health psychology and psychopathology
• Exercise physiology and muscle movement
• Nutrition
• Healthcare delivery and business practices
• Global health challenges