Public Health, MPH

Public Health, MPH

The Master of Public Health is an online program that prepares graduates for positions in community and public health settings by providing an understanding of a broad range of health-related topics, evidence-based approaches to public health problems, and how public health organizations operate. The program is designed to educate students to facilitate and improve the health of communities.

Program Details

The Master of Public Health provides students with an understanding of epidemiology, environmental health, health policy, biostatistics, and program planning and evaluation based on current health and wellness trends. The online format provides flexibility for working professionals and students seeking to advance their education while balancing professional and personal responsibilities.

This degree is relevant across many industries and organizations, including those that are not centered specifically on health or healthcare. Public health impacts many aspects of everyday life, including ensuring safe public water access, monitoring building codes, and promoting nutrition and community health.

What Will I Learn

The MPH will introduce students to broad-based training in public health, including:

• Epidemiological principles
• Health care programs, policies, and evaluation
• Environmental health
• Emergency management
• Biostatistics and informatics
• Outbreak investigations
• Community health
• Health services and administration
• Global health

Students learn to develop critical thinking and analysis skills by using evidence-based approaches to evaluate and analyze data.

What Classes Will I Take

The public health degree requires a minimum of 45 credits:

• 27 SCH MPH Core Curriculum Program
• 15 SCH Electives
• 2 SCH Practice Experience
• 1 SCH Culminating Experience

What Careers Can I Have

Once you earn your MPH, you’ll have the skills to pursue a variety of careers that include:

• Biostatistician
• Epidemiologist
• Environmental Health Officer
• Health Care Specialist
• Health Services Manager
• Public Health Educator
• Clinical Research Coordinator
• Public Health Nurse
• Health Care Administrator
• Occupational Health and Safety Manager

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