Health & Wellness Promotion

Why Health & Wellness Promotion?

Health and wellness professionals help individuals and communities live healthier, more active lives. In this program, you will learn how to design and implement programs that promote well-being, prevent illness, and encourage lifelong healthy habits. You’ll gain a strong foundation in exercise science, nutrition, and health education to prepare for this growing and impactful field.

At Mid-State, you’ll study in a flexible program that starts every eight weeks, giving you the freedom to begin when you’re ready. You’ll graduate prepared for diverse career opportunities and eligible for multiple national certifications that help you stand out to employers.

Design and lead programs that promote health, fitness, and disease prevention.
Gain knowledge in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and behavioral health.
Earn national certifications as a group fitness instructor, personal trainer, and health coach.
Develop communication and coaching skills to motivate individuals and groups.
Begin your studies any time of year with new start dates every eight weeks.
Prepare for careers in corporate wellness, healthcare, community programs, and more.

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Program Facts

Total Credits

61-62 Credits

Degree Type

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Program Length

Two Years

Delivery Method

Online

Location

Online

Start Dates

Fall, Spring

Estimated Program Cost

$11,490.87

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Financial Aid Eligibility

Fully Eligible

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Program Outcomes

Graduates leave ready to succeed in their careers. Each year, data from Mid-State's Graduate Survey and statewide reports show consistently high satisfaction and strong starting salaries. Here's a snapshot of what success looks like after graduation.

Career Opportunities

Community Engagement Specialist

Community Health Worker

Fitness Manager

Health Promotion Coordinator

Wellness Coach

$44k Median Annual Salary

Recent program grads in Wisconsin earned a starting salary of $44,432. Source: Lightcast Data Set

580

Average Monthly Hires

580 of recent Wisconsin program grads landed jobs within six months of graduation. Source: Lightcast Data Set

100%

Mid-State Graduate Satisfaction Rate

Students leave proud, prepared, and confident in what comes next. Source: Mid-State Graduate Survey Results

Program Details

Take a closer look at what the program offers and what to expect.

Program Courses

Following is the list of courses within the program. Your course plan may vary, and you'll get a recommended sequence once you're enrolled. See the program information guide below for full course details or talk with your advisor.

Program Information Guide (PDF)

Full-Time Curriculum (61-62 Total Credits)

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) options are available for some courses.

Term 1: (16 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	CPL	Credits
10544103	Healthy Aging	Yes	3
10546100	Essential Concepts for Health and Wellness	No	3
10801195 or 10801136	Written Communication or English Composition 1	Yes	3
10809196	Introduction to Sociology	Yes	3
10809198 or 10809188	Introduction to Psychology or Developmental Psychology	Yes	3
10890102	GPS for Student Success	Yes	1

Term 2: (15-16)

Course Number	Course Name	CPL	Credits
10546101	Nutrition for Healthy Living	No	3
10546102	Behavior Change for Wellness	No	3
10546108	Group Fitness Instruction	Yes	3
10801198 or 10801196	Speech or Oral/Interpersonal Communication	Yes	3
10806189 or 10806177	Basic Anatomy or General Anatomy & Physiology	No or Yes	3 or 4

Term 3: (15 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	CPL	Credits
10102101	Environmental Science	Yes	3
10546103	Principles of Physical Conditioning	Yes	3
10546104	Community Health	Yes	3
10546109	Youth Wellness	Yes	3
10546110	Mental Wellness and Stress Management	No	3

Term 4: (15 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	CPL	Credits
10807205	The Well Traveler	Yes	1
10546107	Health Coaching for the Wellness Professional	Yes	3
10546113	Health Navigator	Yes	3
10546106	Health & Wellness Practicum	Yes	2
10546111	Wellness Marketing and Entrepreneurship	No	3
10809166 or 10809172	Introduction to Ethics: Theory & Application or Introduction to Diversity Studies	Yes	3

Instructors

Meet our full-time instructors.

Carrie Jarosinski, AAS, BSN, MSN, DNP
Dr. Jarosinski earned her doctor of nursing practice degree in systems leadership from Walden University. A nurse by trade, she has worked with older adults in long-term care and the maternal child health population in public health. To keep her skills current she participates in local and national population health-focused boards and coalitions and maintains her wellness practitioner certification through the Wellness Alliance.

“I love to see students maximizing their potential in everyday class interactions and applying their new-found knowledge to further the health of their own community.”

Program Outcomes

Employers will expect graduates of this program to be able to:

Provide evidence-based health and wellness direction to individuals and organizations.
Design, develop, and implement health and wellness promotion activities and campaigns.
Champion behavior modification interventions to promote sustainable health and wellness.
Support the maintenance of health and wellness promotion for individuals and organizations.

Employability Skills

Alongside your career training, you'll develop key workplace strengths. Explore the additional skills you'll build.

Employability Skills (PDF)

Technical Standards

To succeed in this program, you'll need to meet certain technical standards. These are the key skills and abilities needed for the program and future career success—with or without reasonable accommodations. Be sure to review them carefully before you apply.

Technical Standards (PDF)

Additional Resources

Explore the resources and next steps below. Your academic advisor will help you know what to complete and when.

Criminal Background Form

Career pathways help you build your education step by step. Each stage offers one or more credentials that are recognized by employers and lead to real jobs—and you can keep building toward your career goals as you go.

Prior Learning

Certificate

Technical Degree

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Get credit for what you already know. You may be able to earn college credit for prior learning through skills you’ve gained through high school classes, previous college work, self-study, military training, jobs, or volunteer experience.

Credit for Prior Learning
High School Dual Credit
Mid-State Fast-Track – Open to high school students

“Mid-State’s hands-on learning, convenient scheduling, updated technology, and instructors who can relate to the field have all helped me become successful and even advance in my career in under a year.”

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