Online Integrative Care Program Master of Health Sciences

Prepare to be a collaborative leader in the future of healthcare with a fully online, flexible master’s program.

Master of Health Sciences in Integrative Care — 100% Online

The Master of Health Sciences in Integrative Care prepares you to be a leader in the healthcare industry. At NWHSU, integrative care is the focus of all that we do. You’ll join a community of changemakers ready to build a system that actually makes people healthier.

Together, we can improve the lives of patients and build better healthcare systems for all

At NWHSU, we believe integrative care is the future of healthcare. In integrative healthcare, everyone has access to care that fits their needs. Health professionals work together—across disciplines—to help patients meet their goals.

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to transform healthcare and make a difference in the lives of patients.

Choose between three relevant, applicable specializations to fit your needs and interests:

Trauma Informed Integrative Care
Integrative Health Coaching
General Studies in Integrative Care

NWHSU Online: A Truly Integrative Health-Focused University, Available Everywhere

The world needs a diverse community of health makers and changemakers working to deliver the future of healthcare. This is why we designed NWHSU Online.

For over 80 years, we have been educating people in Minnesota through our on-campus and hybrid programs. Our online platform helps us make this life-changing education accessible to a wider population of future leaders.

Online, Flexible
Coursework

This program is offered fully online, mostly asynchronously. Most courses are seven weeks long. You can complete the program in as little as one year or go at your own pace.

Relevant,
Expert Taught Curriculum

Our faculty are experienced practitioners, recognized thought leaders, innovators, and are passionately dedicated to creating the future of healthcare. The curriculum is rigorous and forward-thinking.

Opportunities
to Specialize

With three unique specialization options, you can choose the path that fits your goals. Designed for a wide range of healthcare professionals, the specializations are Trauma-Informed Integrative Care, Integrative Health Coaching, and General Studies Integrative Care.

NWHSU has provided me the opportunity to earn several degrees all at the same time: a Doctor of Chiropractic, a Master of Science in Integrative Care, and a certificate in Health Coaching. Passing my chiropractic boards and health coaching certification exam has broadened my professional scope and skills, equipping me to serve diverse communities with expanded expertise and training. Being able to blend all my education together to best serve my patients. I am thankful to Northwestern for fostering my personal and professional growth.”

Holli Kells, NWHSU student

Integrative Care Degree Overview

NWHSU offers a Master of Health Science in Integrative Care.

You can graduate in just one year or go at your own pace with a customizable schedule that works for you. We offer start dates in the fall, winter or summer. Most courses are seven weeks long. Take two courses at a time (full-time) to finish in just one year or take one course at a time (part-time) for a more flexible pace.

You’ll take 15 credit hours (5 courses) in core courses, and 15 credit hours (5 courses) in specialization courses.

Choose a Specialization that Fits Your Goals

Trauma-Informed Integrative Care

This track is built for practitioners, educators, and other professionals. It is for those who want to better understand how psychological trauma affects people both mentally and physically.

You’ll learn to adopt a trauma-informed approach. You will also explore the effect of culture and socioeconomic factors on trauma, addiction, and the mind-body relationship.

Integrative Health Coaching

This track prepares you to enter the growing field of health coaching. You’ll learn to support clients in making integrative lifestyle changes and living healthier lives. Our curriculum is a National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) approved training program and completers are eligible to sit for the board exam to become a NBC-HWC certified health coach.

Integrative Health and Wellbeing Coaching Overview

The Integrative Health and Wellbeing Coaching specialization consists of five online courses, two of which are fully asynchronous and three of which are a combination of required synchronous and asynchronous components. Four courses are designed as seven-week intensives, and the final course is a 15-week practicum, providing learners with all the practice sessions needed to become eligible for national board certification by National Board of Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC).

General Studies in Integrative Care

This specialization allows students an individualized pathway to program completion by choosing five courses of interest from any specialization option listed above.

Choose from here: |

Leadership positions: envisioning and implementing innovative, holistic systems within healthcare organizations or independent practices
Patient care: apply the best practices of integrative care to your clinical practice and your approach to the care of your patients
Administrator or coordinator positions within healthcare organizations: leveraging a deep understanding of the healthcare industry and systems, reimagining technology, financial models, and healthcare delivery at scale
Health coaching, community health promotion, and more: helping others live healthier lives

Integrative Care & Health Coaching Virtual Info Session

May 14 – 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join Dr. Cheryl Krouse, program chair of Integrative Care and an admissions representative and start building your dreams today

Financial Aid Zoom at Noon

August 6, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Are you ready to take the next step toward a fulfilling career in healthcare? Join us for an informative and interactive virtual Q&A session.

Connect with our Admissions Team

Schedule a call with an admissions counselor to learn more about NWSHU online programs.

Calls are scheduled during office hours, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.

Let’s Talk!

Admission Requirements

Who can apply?

We admit students on a rolling basis and offer six start dates each year.

The MHS in Integrative Care is designed for a variety of healthcare professionals and career changers who seek to transform healthcare to be innovative, equitable, and sustainable and need a graduate-level degree to advance their knowledge of integrative care.

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Financial Aid at NWHSU

NWHSU offers students generous financial aid through federal aid, state aid, institutional scholarships, external scholarships, grants, and other forms of student aid. Our goal is to make an NWHSU education affordable and accessible for every student. Our financial aid experts are ready to work with you to create the best financial aid package possible.

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