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Expert health educators make a tremendous contribution to improving health and wellness. And they are needed—in
increasing numbers—in a variety of career settings: state and city/county health departments, voluntary public
health organizations, corporate settings, hospitals and clinics, and many other capacities. WGU's online health education degree will equip you with the high-level knowledge and skills to make a difference as a much-in-demand health educator.
This health education degree program is ideal for individuals with at least three years of experience in a health profession such as nursing, pharmacy, public health, and health administration. Individuals from non-health-related backgrounds should
consult with an Enrollment
Counselor or faculty administrator before enrolling. A bachelor's degree is required.
This program is NOT intended for individuals who want to become school-based health teachers.
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A Program Overview
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This online health education degree consists of one domain of study and completion of a capstone project.
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Health Education
View detailed information about this domain.
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Tuition That's Affordable
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WGU is a non-profit university with affordable tuition. Tuition for this degree is just $2,890 per 6-month term or just $5,780 per
year. This is less than HALF what other reputable online universities typically charge. (Other schools charge as much as $300-400 per credit.)
Click here for details about tuition.
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Time Required to Complete the Program
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While it is expected that most students will complete this program in 2 to 3 years, program pace is ultimately determined by
the individual student.
Time to
Completion frequently asked questions.
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Basic Admission Requirements
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Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution. No science, medical, or health-oriented background is required, but highly recommended (consult with an Enrollment
Counselor).
Applicants will be required to take an online admissions test that helps determine the likelihood of success in a WGU program. More info
about Admissions.
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Other Recommended Online Health Care Degree Programs at WGU:
M.S. in Nursing - Education - This online degree in nursing education will equip you with the high-level knowledge and skills to become a nurse educator in diverse settings.
M.S. in Nursing - Leadership and Management - This online degree in nursing management will equip you with the high-level knowledge and skills to become a manager and administrator in diverse healthcare settings.
Commonly Searched Phrases: health educator, health administration online degree, public health educator, health education degree, master of education health, health education degree online, health care degree online.
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"Competency-based…"
"I like the idea of a competency-based program. In some areas I already had expertise and skills so I could take an independent study class and build the portfolio and take the exams. In other areas I needed more instruction."
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| —Gretchen Burr, WGU graduate, high school teacher |
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"Flexibility I needed…"
"I have been able to work at home during the time frame that fit my schedule. Studying on weekends, nights, early mornings, and even traveling times provided the flexibility I needed."
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| —Judy Beesley, WGU student |
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"Very flexible…"
"What a great opportunity this kind of program is for working adults. It was very flexible and fits into most any schedule. I worked with my mentor and studied independently or with co-workers who were also WGU students."
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| —Cathy Waters, HR Administrator, PacifiCorp |
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