Jennifer Velez

OBJECTIVE I am a highly motivated individual who is passionate about the

Health and Wellness field. I am seeking a career in which I can use my skills as a Health
and Wellness Professional to improve the lives of others.

SUMMARY - Bachelors degree in Health and Wellness
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Fast and efficient typing skills
- Excellent time management, customer service, communication,
organizational, leadership, and public speaking skills
- Well versed in a wide variety of Health and Wellness topics

EDUCATION Kaplan University, Chicago, IL

BS in Health and Wellness, 3.98 GPA, 2014
Kaplan University's President's List (9 out of 11 terms)
Kaplan University's Dean's List (2 out of 11 terms)

Relevant coursework:
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Vitamins, Herbs and Nutritional Supplements
Stress: Critical Issues in Management & Prevention
Research Methods for Health Sciences
Principles of Nutrition and Stress Management
Foundations of Exercise and Fitness
Current Trends in Exercise and Fitness
Models for Health and Wellness
Principles of Nutrition
Contemporary Diet & Nutrition
Nutritional Counseling
Sports Nutrition
Health & Wellness Programming and Design
Physical & Spiritual Aspects of Healing


Created professional presentations, coursework, lectures,
treatment plans, and authored several resource guides in the
field of health and wellness
Developed a professional research proposal
Explored numerous approaches to health and wellness and
studied applications, concepts, and values associated with
the field of health science
Evaluated scientific literature and research in
complementary and alternative medicine, wellness,
nutrition and prevention.
Developed professional, ethical, and administrative skills
for leadership positions within the healthcare field




EMPLOYMENT Food Service Specialist US Army 2001 2005
Combat Medic which included first aid, CPR, and IV
application.
Responsible for food safety procedures and food
preparation


Police Officer Concord Police Department 2008-2013
Worked closely with the public using strong
communication and customer service skills
Maintained a professional demeanor even in tense
situations
Attended community events as a representative for the
department
Administered educational presentations to youth using
strong public speaking skills


VOLUNTEERING Wellness Advocate, 2011 present
Educates the public regarding health science related
personal training, nutrition, and dietary guidance