Behavioral Aspects of Health

A program that focuses on the biological, behavioral, and socio-cultural determinants of health and health behavior, and the interventions and policies aimed at improving community and population health. Includes instruction in behavioral sciences, public health practice and policy, human services, and research methods.

Of the 29 Behavioral Aspects of Health degrees granted each year at the Associates degree level, women make up 83% percent and men make up 17% percent of the field of study. Did you know that Missouri has more students being granted a degree in Behavioral Aspects of Health than any other state? In fact, Missouri awarded 23 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Behavioral Aspects of Health is $38,300.