Minor in Nutrition, Health and Wellness

Are you passionate about food, nutrition, and helping others lead healthier lives? The nutrition, health and wellness minor at NIU gives students across majors the opportunity to explore how nutrition impacts health across the lifespan, within communities and through global food systems.

This flexible, interdisciplinary program complements majors in health sciences, public health, education, psychology, biology, kinesiology and more. Whether you're pursuing a career in health care, public health, sustainable food systems, or education, this minor provides valuable, applicable knowledge to support your personal and professional goals.

What You'll Learn

You will explore:

• The science of human nutrition and how it affects well-being across the lifespan
• Cultural, societal and global influences on food and nutrition
• Practical skills in food preparation and nutrition education
• Strategies to promote healthy behavior change in individuals and communities
• Foundations in sustainable food systems and public health

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Career Opportunities

This minor prepares you for careers in:

• Community health and wellness
• Public health education
• Nutrition policy and food systems
• Health promotion in schools or nonprofit settings
• Foodservice Management
• Allied health or clinical roles (with additional study)

Ideal for students majoring in:

• Public health
• Kinesiology
• Health sciences
• Psychology
• Education
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Nursing
• Business management
• Environmental studies

Get Started

Talk to your academic advisor about how this minor can complement your major and enhance your career opportunities. Email us at chhs@niu.edu to get started today!