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School health educators guide students in adopting wellness-focused habits. These professionals design curricula covering physical, psychological, social, ecological, and emotional wellbeing. They equip learners with lifelong skills for making beneficial health choices. Beyond schools, health educators serve in medical facilities, neighborhoods, corporations, and higher education. Illinois faces significant teacher shortages, particularly around Chicago. Our educator preparation program maintains exceptional standards. We graduate more teachers than any other state institution and earn national recognition for both excellence and affordability. The curriculum explores every dimension of wellness while qualifying you as a skilled educator. Practical training begins immediately upon entering the program. You'll experience diverse educational settings before culminating in a teaching internship. Throughout your development, our committed professors provide comprehensive guidance.