Health, Wellness, and Physical Education
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 27,400 / Year
    Apply DateJuly 9, 2022
    Next IntakeAugust 29, 2022

    Health, Wellness, and Physical Education

    About

    The Department of Health, Wellness, and Physical Education (HWPE), emphasizes the implications of health practices on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The programs are designed to develop an understanding of the human body related to nutrition, exercise, and stress management. Through a holistic perspective, students examine major health risks and diseases affecting communities, and explore the ways to promote health and wellness through lifestyle and behavioral change throughout the lifespan. If you are interested in a mind-body-spirit approach to health and wellness, then WAU HWPE is where you belong!

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    1. Graduate from an accredited secondary school, a Distance Education Training Council (DETC) approved program or accredited distance education high school program such as Griggs International Academy, with a grade-point average (GPA) of at least 2.50 on a 4.0 scale and have an ACT verbal score of 17, SAT verbal score of 470 or SAT composite score of 800 (verbal and math).
    2. Pass the General Education Development (GED) test with at least a score of 410 on each of the four subject exams or equivalent scores on other GED versions.
    3. Students who have not graduated from or completed an accredited home-school program (as outlined in #1 above) must submit the following documents in addition to the complete application packet:
    4. GED test scores with at least a score of 410 on each of the four subject exams or equivalent scores on other GED versions.
    5. Minimum ACT verbal score of 17 or SAT composite score of 800 (verbal and math).

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    The ability to speak the language in which classes are taught is vital to your success. The following information outlines the college’s requirements: Students who don’t speak English as a first language will need to demonstrate the ability to pursue studies in the English language. This can be done by passing the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), which is available in most countries. All Washington Adventist University undergraduate programs require a 550 on the TOEFL (on paper-based) or 213 (computer-based) in order to fulfill the English language requirement (for unrestricted status). The test must be recent—within one year prior to admission.

    Career

    The Health Science and Health/Fitness Management degrees prepare students for entry-level careers in traditional health settings such as hospitals, private medical offices, public health agencies, and non-profit organizations. Opportunities also exist in preventive health services for corporate wellness centers, college health services, and insurance agencies. Example professions include: Health Educators, Public Health Project Coordinators, Health Consultant, Wellness Coach, and Health Program Plannersto name a few. These degrees can integrate pre-professional curricula (such as Pre-physical therapy, Pre-occupational therapy, Pre-medicine, Pre-dentistry, and Pre-public health) which qualify students for graduate degree programs. The Physical Education and Fitness & Sport Science degrees prepares students for sport-related careers, including teaching physical education, coaching, sport facility management, and sport communication fields. Example professions include: PE Teacher, Athletic Coach, Personal Trainer, Fitness Facility Manager, Sports Reporter/Commentator, Sports Analyst, and many other opportunities.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    We are glad that you are considering joining the Washington Adventist University Family. 

    All Non-U.S. Transcripts must be translated and evaluated through World Education Services www.wes.org. Applicants must select a WES I-CAP Course-by-Course Evaluation

    For any student that has studied in a non-English speaking country, you must submit an English language test as part of your application process.

    • A minimum score of 90 on the TOEFL; or
    • A minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 115 on the Duolingo English Test

    TOEFL WAU exam code: 5890 

    IELTS exam code: Write the name and the address of WAU. If your testing center has since closed, you can complete a form on the IELTS site.

    Graduate and Professional Studies Programs (SGPS) applicants must also submit

    1. Resume 
    2. Statement of Intent describing career goals 

    Health, Wellness, and Physical Education

    Washington Adventist University

    Washington Adventist University

    United States of America

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