Public Health Online

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Program Description

Pursue your Public Health degree online at UVU and become a vital part of your healthcare community. Our accredited program equips you with the skills to help individuals and communities embrace healthy lifestyles. You'll gain a solid foundation in health behavior, data analysis, communication, policy, and ethics, preparing you to assess, plan, implement, manage, and evaluate public health programs. Upon completion of a bachelor’s degree, you'll be eligible for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam. UVU graduates work in diverse settings, including healthcare facilities, health departments, businesses, and nonprofits. Empower yourself to make a difference with a degree from UVU.

  • Varied Work Environments: Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of organizations, including non-profits, health departments, and worksite wellness programs.
  • Diverse Responsibilities: Public health professionals enjoy a range of responsibilities, serving as community resources, health advocates, data analysts, and program planners.
  • CHES Eligibility: Bachelor's degree holders can sit for the national Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam, ensuring they stay current in the health field through continuing education.
  • Accredited Program: Our Bachelor of Science in Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health, signifying excellence in public health education.

What You'll Learn

By the time you graduate, you’ll be able to:

  • Engage Diverse Audiences: Effectively share public health information through speaking, writing, and various media to reach diverse audiences.
  • Analyze Health Data: Find, use, evaluate, and incorporate public health information from different sources.
  • Assess Health Needs: Identify and understand the health needs of individuals and communities.
  • Develop Health Programs: Design and implement entry-level health education strategies, interventions, and programs.
  • Evaluate Health Efforts: Perform entry-level evaluations and research to support health education efforts.

WHAT’S THE VALUE OF A CERTIFICATE?

Designed for faster skill acquisition, UVU's certificate programs are a great option for individuals seeking to enhance their careers without the larger time and financial commitments of a traditional college degree. Whether you’re supplementing a bachelor’s degree with specialized expertise or just starting your career journey, a certificate offers an efficient pathway to expanded career opportunities.

UVU’s online Public Health certificate is "stackable,” meaning that credits earned count toward the associate and bachelor's degrees. This approach not only accelerates your entry into the workforce but also facilitates ongoing career advancement as you continue to work. A completed certificate is a building block for your career growth, while streamlining the journey to your ultimate educational goals.

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Certificate of Proficiency,

Public and Community Health (Online)

15 Credits

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Associate of Science,

Public Health (Online)

60 Credits

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Bachelor of Science,

Public Health (Online)

120 Credits

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Public Health Careers

  • Community Health Workers
  • Health Education Coordinator
  • Public Health Service Managers

Median Salary $94,843

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 wage data external site and 2022-2032 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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WHAT STUDENTS are Saying...

  • I didn’t know that learning online would feel so hand-on. I’m 100 percent ready to start my career in crime scene investigation!

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  • I didn’t know that learning online would feel so hand-on. I’m 100 percent ready to start my career in crime scene investigation!

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  • I didn’t know that learning online would feel so hand-on. I’m 100 percent ready to start my career in crime scene investigation!

    - Sally Crimesolver

What is My Tuition?

UVU Online provides a top-quality education for in-state and out-of-state students:

 
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I am an undergraduate student residing WITHIN the state of Utah

Fully online undergraduate students residing within the state of Utah while attending classes pay the same tuition rates as students attending in-person classes, as determined by their residency designation.

 
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I am an undergraduate student residing OUTSIDE of the state of Utah

Fully online undergraduate students residing outside of the state of Utah while attending classes pay a flat tuition rate of $270 per credit.

(Must be residing within the United States. Non U.S. citizens residing internationally do not qualify for the flat tuition rate.)

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Credit for Prior Experience & Education

UVU offers credit for prior learning (CPL) to enable students to enrich or accelerate their programs of study. CPL is inclusive and validates students' prior education, making education more affordable and accessible.

Credit may be available for work-related experience and prior education. Your Online Learner Guide can help determine options and direct you to additional resources.

UVU IS NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED FOR ONLINE QUALITY & AFFORDABILITY

UVU's commitment to providing accessible and high-quality online education has earned it national recognition from respected publications. With a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, UVU offers students the flexibility they need to pursue their educational goals wherever they are!

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