Graduate Certificate in Public Health

Program Overview

The University of New England's Graduate Certificate in Public Health is a 100% online, 18-credit program that provides a solid foundation in public health principles, epidemiology, biostatistics, social and behavioral health, policy and advocacy, and environmental health. The program is designed to be completed in as little as one year and prepares students for careers in public health or further study in the field.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The University of New England's Graduate Certificate in Public Health (GCPH) is a 100% online, 18-credit program that provides a solid public health foundation.
• The program's objectives are to develop healthcare quality improvement proposals, analyze significant policies that have shaped the American healthcare system, and critically evaluate healthcare interests and goals to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.
• The program is designed to be completed in as little as one year, and all certificate credits can be applied to the university's Master's degree program in Public Health.

Outline:

• The GCPH curriculum consists of the following six courses (18 credits):
• GPH 714: Principles of Public Health (3 credits)
• GPH 712: Principles of Epidemiology (3 credits)
• GPH 716: Biostatistics (3 credits)
• GPH 726: Social and Behavioral Health (3 credits)
• GPH 702: An Interprofessional Approach to Policy and Advocacy (3 credits)
• GPH 722: Introduction to Environmental Health (3 credits)
• The courses cover a range of topics, including:
• Public health principles and concepts
• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Social and behavioral health
• Policy and advocacy
• Environmental health
• The program is designed to be flexible and accessible to students with busy schedules.
Courses are offered asynchronously, and students can complete coursework at their own pace.

Assessment:

• Assessment methods in the GCPH program include:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Papers
• Projects
• The assessment criteria are based on the program's learning objectives.
Students are expected to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in the following areas:
• Public health principles and concepts
• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Social and behavioral health
• Policy and advocacy
• Environmental health

Teaching:

• The GCPH program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are leaders in public health research and practice.
• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• The program also incorporates a strong emphasis on experiential learning.
Students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills through internships, research projects, and community service.

Careers:

• The GCPH program prepares students for a variety of careers in public health, including:
• Health educators
• Public health administrators
• Epidemiologists
• Biostatisticians
• Policy analysts
• Graduates of the program are also prepared for further study in public health or a related field.