Law, J.D. and Public Health, M - Saint Louis Uni

The Law, J.D. and Public Health, M.P.H. Dual Degree program from Saint Louis University combines legal expertise with comprehensive knowledge of public health factors. Graduates develop a unique skillset for influential roles in healthcare systems, non-profits, health law firms, and more. This dual degree prepares students for leadership in shaping health policy and improving community health outcomes.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Law, J.D. and Public Health, M.P.H. Dual Degree program is a partnership between Saint Louis University School of Law and the College for Public Health and Social Justice. This program offers a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with a concentration in health management and policy. The program aims to equip students with a unique skillset, combining a deep understanding of the legal system and its impact on public health with a comprehensive knowledge of social, environmental, and physical factors influencing community health. This dual degree prepares graduates for influential roles in various sectors, including healthcare systems, non-profit organizations, health law firms, policy organizations, regulatory agencies, think tanks, and pharmaceutical companies.

Outline:

The program is designed to be completed in approximately four years, significantly shorter than pursuing the degrees separately.

Course Schedule:

The program follows a structured roadmap, outlining courses and milestones for each semester.

Year One:

Fall:
LAW 7000: Civil Procedure (4 credits)
LAW 7005: Criminal Law (3 credits)
LAW 7015: Torts (4 credits)
LAW 7020: Legal Analysis, Research and Communication I (3 credits)
LAW 7040: Professional Identity, Practices and Skills I (1 credit)
Spring:
LAW 7010: Contracts (4 credits)
LAW 7021: Legal Analysis, Research and Communication II (3 credits)
LAW 7025: Constitutional Law I (3 credits)
LAW 7030: Property (4 credits)
LAW 7033: Law Office Technology (1 credit)

Year Two:

Summer:
HMP 5910: HMP Internship (1 credit)
Fall:
HMP 5000: Health Care Organization (3 credits)
HMP 5500: Health Policy (3 credits)
PUBH 5010: Mission and Practice of Global Public Health (2 credits)
PUBH 5040: Generating Evidence from Public Health Data (3 credits)
LAW 8000: Health Care Law (3 credits)
Spring:
LAW Courses (7 credits)
HMP 5200: Health Economics (3 credits)
HMP 5720: Government Financing of Health Care (3 credits)
PUBH 5030: Methodological Approaches to Understanding Population Health (3 credits)

Year Three:

Summer:
J.D.
Fall:
LAW Courses (9 credits)
HMP 5300: Management of Health Care Organizations (3 credits)
PUBH 5060: Environmental and Biological Determinants of Health (3 credits)
PUBH 5070: Translating Evidence and Theory for Community Practice (3 credits)
Spring:
Option 1:
Option 2:

Year Four:

Fall:
LAW Courses (13 credits)
PUBH 5020: Ethical Issues in Public Health (3 credits)
Spring:
LAW Courses (9 credits)
HMP 5210: Economic Evaluation (3 credits)
PUBH 5950: Special Study for Examinations (0 credits)
PUBH 5960: Capstone in Public Health Practice (3 credits)

Individual Modules:

LAW 7000: Civil Procedure: This course covers the rules and procedures governing civil litigation in the United States.
LAW 7005: Criminal Law: This course examines the principles of criminal law, including the elements of crimes, defenses, and the criminal justice system.
LAW 7015: Torts: This course explores the law of torts, which deals with civil wrongs that result in harm to others.
LAW 7020: Legal Analysis, Research and Communication I: This course introduces students to the fundamentals of legal research, writing, and analysis.
LAW 7040: Professional Identity, Practices and Skills I: This course focuses on developing professional skills and ethical considerations for lawyers.
LAW 7010: Contracts: This course covers the formation, interpretation, and enforcement of contracts.
LAW 7021: Legal Analysis, Research and Communication II: This course builds upon the skills learned in LAW 7020, focusing on advanced legal research and writing.
LAW 7025: Constitutional Law I: This course examines the fundamental principles of the United States Constitution.
LAW 7030: Property: This course explores the law of property, including ownership, possession, and transfer of real and personal property.
HMP 5500: Health Policy: This course examines the development, implementation, and evaluation of health policies.
PUBH 5010: Mission and Practice of Global Public Health: This course explores the principles and practices of public health on a global scale.
PUBH 5040: Generating Evidence from Public Health Data: This course teaches students how to collect, analyze, and interpret public health data.
LAW 8000: Health Care Law: This course focuses on the legal issues related to healthcare, including patient rights, medical malpractice, and healthcare regulation.
HMP 5720: Government Financing of Health Care: This course explores the various ways that the government finances healthcare.
PUBH 5030: Methodological Approaches to Understanding Population Health: This course introduces students to different research methods used in public health.
HMP 5300: Management of Health Care Organizations: This course covers the management principles and practices specific to healthcare organizations.
PUBH 5060: Environmental and Biological Determinants of Health: This course examines the environmental and biological factors that influence health.
PUBH 5070: Translating Evidence and Theory for Community Practice: This course focuses on applying public health research and theory to real-world practice.
PUBH 5020: Ethical Issues in Public Health: This course explores the ethical considerations involved in public health practice.
HMP 5210: Economic Evaluation: This course teaches students how to evaluate the economic impact of health interventions.
PUBH 5960: Capstone in Public Health Practice: This course provides students with an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world public health project.

Assessment:

GPA: Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
Internship: All students must complete an internship in public health.
Capstone Project: The Capstone in Public Health Practice course requires students to complete a comprehensive public health project.

Teaching:

Faculty: The program is taught by internationally renowned professors from both the School of Law and the College for Public Health and Social Justice.
Professional Opportunities: Students have access to unparalleled professional opportunities at field placements.
Alumni Network: Graduates benefit from a robust alumni network.

Careers:

Graduates of the dual-degree program are well-prepared for a wide range of careers in the health sector, including:

Health Care Systems: Positions in hospital administration, health policy development, and legal counsel.
Non-Profit Institutions: Roles in advocacy, program development, and legal services.
Health Law Firms: Opportunities as health law attorneys, specializing in areas like medical malpractice, healthcare regulation, and insurance law.
Health Policy and Human Rights Organizations: Positions in research, advocacy, and policy analysis.
Federal and State Regulatory Agencies: Roles in public health policy development, enforcement, and oversight.
Think Tanks: Opportunities for research and policy analysis on health-related issues.
Pharmaceutical, Device, and Biotechnology Corporations: Positions in legal affairs, regulatory compliance, and research.

Other:

Accreditation: Saint Louis University School of Law is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
Center for Health Law Studies: SLU LAW's Center for Health Law Studies is consistently ranked as a top health law program in the nation.
Program Highlights: The dual-degree program offers significant time and cost savings compared to pursuing the degrees separately.