Lifestyle Medicine Minor

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Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach to prevent, treat, and reverse the progression of chronic health conditions through comprehensive lifestyle changes.

Students graduating with a minor in Lifestyle Medicine will be certified in Lifestyle Medicine Coaching (granting eligibility to sit for the national board exam) and may enter the workforce or continue their education in a variety of graduate programs including, but not limited to, Nursing, Medicine, Dentistry, Physical or Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Pharmacy, Health Administration, and Public Health.

Required Minor Courses: (12 credit hours)

Minor Core Courses: 3 courses; 9 credit hours

Students are required to successfully complete the following courses:

HSC 3170 - Lifestyle Medicine Credit(s): 3
PHC 4472 - Health and Wellness Coaching: Core Methods Credit(s): 3
PHC 4941 - Health and Wellness Coaching Practicum Credit(s): 3

Minor Elective Courses: 1 course; 3 credit hours

Students select 1 course (3 credits) from the following:

HSC 4211 - Health, Behavior and Society Credit(s): 3
HSC 4630 - Understanding U.S. Health Care Credit(s): 3
HUN 3296 - Nutrition and Disease Credit(s): 3
PHC 4464 - Breaking Barriers: Drivers to Public Health Solutions Credit(s): 3

Additional Information

GPA Requirements

USF coursework for a minor must have a minimum GPA of at least 2.0.

Grading Requirements

A minimum grade of C- for all required courses.

Advising Information

USF students schedule advising appointments online through USF’s Archivum platform. Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor each semester to discuss course planning, degree progression, and career preparation.

It is highly recommended that students meet with an advisor in the College of Public Health early to verify coursework for the minor.

For additional information about the minor, please contact:
Email: UG-COPHAdvise@usf.edu
Phone: (813) 974-4633

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