Health and Wellbeing Sciences
About the Major
The Health and Wellbeing Sciences major equips you with a solid foundation in the biological, physical, and social sciences as they relate to the health and wellbeing industry. Working closely with an advisor, you'll choose an interdisciplinary blend of courses in communication and management, fitness and nutrition, ethics, and more. In addition, you can focus on a specific area of interest, so you'll be ready to enter the workforce or pursue graduate or professional school.
Career Outcomes
Where do students work after graduation?
Where do students work after graduation?
| Job Title | Organization | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Broker Agent Service Analyst | UnitedHealth Group | Minnetonka, MN |
| Case Manager | Thomas Allen | West Saint Paul, MN |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | Morning Pointe Senior Living | Owensboro, KY |
| Certified Pharmacy Technician | Walgreens | Minneapolis, MN |
| Clinical Assistant | ISpine | Maple Grove, MN |
| Clinical Assistant | Twin Cities Orthopedics | Minneapolis, MN |
| Direct Support Professional | Mercy Home Health | Minneapolis, MN |
| Emergency Room Scribe | Emergency Physicians Professional Association | Edina, MN |
| Grant Manager | Minnesota Department of Health | St. Paul, MN |
| Health Unit Coordinator | Park Nicollet Health Services | Minneapolis, MN |
| Healthcare Operations Analyst | Optum | Minneapolis, MN |
| Medical Scribe | Emergency Physicians Professional Association | Edina, MN |
| Pathology Assistant Specialist | M Heath Fairview | Minneapolis, MN |
| Patient Care Coordinator | AEG Vision | Dallas, TX |
| Pharmacy Buyer | Park Nicollet Health Services | St. Louis Park, MN |
| Pharmacy Technician | CVS Pharmacy | Chaska, MN |
| Program Associate | Fronteir Energy | Chanhassen, MN |
| Quality Programs/Promoting Interoperability Specialist | MEDITECH | Minnetonka, MN |
| SDS Regulator | Ecolab Holdings | St. Paul, MN |
Where do students continue education after graduation?
Where do students continue education after graduation?
| Program | School |
|---|---|
| Chiropractic | Northwestern Health Sciences University |
| Communication Sciences and Disorders | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Epidemiology and Biostatistics | Columbia University |
| Nursing | Bethel University |
| Nursing | Bethel University |
| Nursing | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Nursing | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Nursing Administration | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Nursing Science | Marquette University |
| Nursing Science | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Occupational Therapy | College of Saint Scholastica |
| Occupational Therapy | The College of St. Scholastica |
| Occupational Therapy | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Public Health | Columbia University |
| Public Health | Cornell University |
| Public Health | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
| Public Health | University of Minnesota Twin Cities |
Full outcomes report including salary, locations, satisfaction, and more
Common Entry-Level Job Titles
- Emergency Room Technician
- Health Educator
- Personal Advocate
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Program Coordinator
- Wellness Coach
Possible Jobs with Advanced Degree
- Dentist
- Marriage and Family Therapist
- Medical Social Worker
- Occupational Therapist
- Pharmacist
- Physician Assistant
Top Employers
- Allina Health
- AmeriCorps
- Emergency Physicians Professional Association
- Fairview Health Services/M Health Fairview
- Hennepin Healthcare System
- Minnesota Department of Health
- Mngi Digestive Health
- Optum
- Park Nicollet Health Services
- Thomas Allen
- UnitedHealth Group
- University of Minnesota
- Walgreens
Types of Employers
- Clinics
- Corporate wellness
- Healthcare administration
- Hospitals
- Insurance firms
- Self-employment
Meet Your Career Consultant
Liz (she/her) can assist you with
- Major and career exploration
- Internship planning
- Job searching
- Interview prep and practice
- Grad school planning and more...
Job Shadowing
Job shadowing health professionals is a great way to explore potential career paths while learning more about your field from those with more experience. These tools can help you establish connections to set up a shadowing experience:
- Maroon & Gold Network - register for a free account. Once you're a member, search "health" under the network tab. Go to "more filters > help topic" and select "job shadowing." Find health professionals you'd like to learn from and message them to get started. Check out our networking page on how to talk to professionals if you'd like more help.
- LinkedIn - register for a free account. Visit the University of Minnesota page and select the "alumni" tab. Try searching "health professional" and filter results as you wish. Connect with alumni and first ask for advice and how they gained entry into the field before asking about job shadowing opportunities. Check out our networking page on how to talk to professionals if you'd like more help.
- Fore more ideas on how to connect with professionals in your field, check out our networking resources.
Additional Resources
In addition to these resources we recommend the following strategies to locate more information about careers related to your major:
- O*NET and Careerwise. These tools provide comprehensive information about a wide range of careers including typical duties, salaries, employment outlook, skills and interests.
- Locate professional associations related to your major or career interests by conducting a Google Search on “(Name of major/career area/industry) professional associations.” Try these keywords: health, wellbeing, management, hospitals, clinics
- Get involved in one of the many industry-related student groups on campus. These groups provide links to experiences, guest speakers, and discussion with like-minded students.