Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Mequon Campus
- Pathway: Healthcare
- Program Code: 10-546-4
- Offering: In-class, Online
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August/January
ABOUT THE INTEGRATIVE HEALTH PROGRAM
Integrative health approaches are typically defined as the coordinated use of conventional and complementary therapies. The term integrative implies that the various approaches are not just used in parallel to one another, but are employed in an organized fashion to optimize the benef ts for clients/patients.
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Enhanced Yoga Instructor
The Enhanced Yoga Instructor (EYI) is a wellness professional who has advanced knowledge to allow for interprofessional relationships within the medical community.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Work with physical therapy patients in a hospital, rehabilitation center, school, clinic or other healthcare setting. Under the supervision of a physical therapist, duties include implementing treatment programs, teaching patients to perform exercises and daily living activities, and reporting the patient’s progress.
Detailed Program Information
2024-25 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IH-102 | Introduction to Integrative Health | 3 |
| IH-108 | Natural Wellness Concepts | 3 |
| EYI-101 | History and Foundation of Yoga | 1 |
| EYI-130 | Mindfulness and Meditation | 2 |
| BIOSCI-189 | Basic Anatomy (or) Any 200-level BIOSCI course |
3 |
| ENG-195 | Written Communication ‡ (or) ENG-201 ‡ |
3 |
| IH-112 | Nutrition for Health/Wellness | 3 |
| IH-203 | Theory and Practice of Fitness | 3 |
| IH-105 | Introduction to Wellness Coaching | 3 |
| IH-201 | Introduction to Eastern Medicine | 1 |
| SOCSCI-172 | Introduction to Diversity Studies (or) Any 200-level SOCSCI course |
3 |
| ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Comm ‡ (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| IH-218 | Health Coaching and Interviewing | 3 |
| IH-208 | Advanced Wellness | 3 |
| HEALTH-112 | Introduction to Public Health | 3 |
| EYI-120 | Asana, Sequencing and Structure | 2 |
| EYI-140 | Business Ethics in Yoga | 1 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
| IH-235 | Fitness Testing and Prescription | 2 |
| IH-225 | Healthy Aging | 2 |
| IH-215 | Population Health and Wellness | 2 |
| IH-113 | Wellness Marketing and Technology | 2 |
| ELECTIVES | 6 credits required from any 100-, 200- or 300-level in any subject |
6 |
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TOTAL CREDITS |
61 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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2024-2025 Program Flyer
Important Dates
Summer start: Petition for program in February (only one time a year)
Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines
Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar
Program Outcomes
- Articulate Integrative Health treatment modalities with health promotion and prevention of illness as key wellness strategies.
- Employ holistic mind-body-spirit wellness coaching strategies to implement behavior modification and lifestyle change in clients.
- Perform health and wellness assessments, including fitness testing, body composition assessment, diet analysis and health risk assessments, and assess personal fitness levels and prescribe exercise intervention plans.
Career Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of healthcare occupations is projected to grow 15% from 2019 to 2029. With stats like that, there are plenty of career opportunities for those interested in integrative health.
Admission Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Scholarships
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QUESTIONS?
Healthcare Academic & Career Pathway
414-297-6263
262-238-2281
healthpathway@matc.edu