Global Health Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
*Launching in Summer 2024*
This certificate introduces students to the key principles and concepts in global health:
- Critical issues and debates in global health
- Global burden of disease
- Socio-ecological determinants of health
- Key measures to addressing global health disparities in cost-effective ways
Also discussed are the various aspects of public health and public health systems on a global scale from the perspective of a public health leader. Students will have opportunities to work with international communities, as well as governmental and non-governmental public health agencies on program/intervention planning, implementation and evaluation.
Admission
Applicants with a bachelor's degree who are interested in global health are eligible to apply for this certificate program. The application deadline is January 15. All application materials should be submitted to the Graduate School.
Program of Study
- PBHE 462 Special Topics in Public Health-Global Health: This course introduces the principles and goals of global health; global burden of disease and its measurements; and determinants of health disparities around the world. The course provides an overview of the profit and nonprofit international agencies and organizations, and discusses the global efforts in improving population health. Prerequisite: None.
- PBHE 500 Core Principles in Public Health and Public Health Leadership: This course uses a case-based approach to introduce students to leadership theories and research, provide a context for leadership in public health, and help students learn core leadership skills. Prerequisite: None.
- PBHE 580 Public Health Interventions: This course is an overview of theories for program planning/implementation in public health. Using logic models, community organizing, evaluation/assessment, social marketing and advocacy for leading public health programs/organizations. Prerequisite: None.
- PBHE 560 (TS Travel Study) Applied Practice Experience: Students will complete an applied project/internship for a public health organization that demonstrates attainment of at least five domains. Projects and domains will vary. Prerequisite: PBHE 462, 500, 580.
Program Format
The certificate can be completed in either 6 months or 12 months consecutively. With the exception of the international travel study, all classes will be online (synchronous or asynchronous).
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete and pass 12 required credit hours.
Enrollment in this program does not qualify for federal financial aid.
