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Public Health with Teacher Licensure

The Public Health with Teacher Licensure minor is designed to provide all the required components to meet the State of Illinois Licensure requirements and prepare you for the Content Exam.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person / Fully Online
Careers
Postsecondary, Teachers
Public Health with Teacher Licensure students at EIU

Why Study Public Health with Teacher Licensure at EIU?

  • Teach health at the high school level.
  • Be prepared for the State of Illinois Licensure requirements.
  • Get ready for the Content Exam.
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
Public Health with Teacher Licensure | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, Public Health with Teacher Licensure at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Collaborate with individual in other fields.
  • Choose from content specific areas of health.
  • Project-based coursework.
Hands-On Experience, Public Health with Teacher Licensure students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Public Health with Teacher Licensure minor prepares future grade 7-12 teachers to meet the needs of their students in the areas of interpersonal relationships, physical activity, diet, mental and emotional health, human sexuality, and drug use and abuse. It is a fit if you are enrolled in a teacher licensure major and want to teach health.

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Career Outcomes

  • Education Teachers, Postsecondary
  • Middle School Teachers
  • Secondary School Teachers

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Amanda Harvey
Department Chair, Assistant Professor & Academic Advisor
ajharvey2@eiu.edu
4303 Klehm Hall
217-581-5761
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Alisa Gray
Academic Advisor for the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health & Nutrition, Adjunct Instructor
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2172 Buzzard Hall
217-581-5310
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Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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