Integrative Human Health Minor

Program Description

The Minor in Integrative Human Health (IHH) helps pre-health profession students to become well-rounded and more competitive applicants for professional and graduate programs. It complements their rigorous basic science education with targeted coursework relating to the physiological, psychological, social, cultural, and economic aspects of human health.

The Minor in IHH aims to equip students with:

• A comprehensive understanding of human health, emphasizing the modern, “Biopsychosocial” model of healthcare.
• Practical, experiential learning by applying IHH coursework in realistic settings.
• Evidence-based critical thinking and problem-solving skills through the exploration of complex health issues and research.
• An understanding of health disparities and the factors that influence healthcare access and quality of care.

Course Requirements (17-18 Credits)

• COM 35400 - Introduction To Health Communication
• IHH 11000 - Orientation To Exercise And Sport Health or IHH 36000 Exercise Physiology  or IHH 40400 Advanced Human Physiology  
• IHH 20000 - Medical Terminology
• IHH 35800 - Cultural Diversity In Health And Illness
• IHH 36300 - Epidemiology
• IHH 36600 - Psychology Of Physical Activity or IHH 36700 Psychology Of Health Behavior