The Skill Certificate in Public Health Science prepares students for protecting and improving the health of people and their communities by promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, as well as detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases. Students who complete the certificate will have an increased understanding for Public Health majors and majors in related disciplines.

Transfer & Career Opportunities

The Certificate in Public Health Science is intended to meet the initial stages for lower division preparation in Public Health majors and related programs. Career opportunities for Public Health are plentiful and include positions in/as a community health specialist, quality improvement coordinator, research assistant, prevention specialist, occupational health and safety specialist, or social and community service manager.

Programs Outcomes

• Demonstrate the ability to comprehend and apply the multi-dimensional approach of public health sciences.

• Identify proactive factors for disease prevention and risk factors for disease and disability.

• Demonstrate and apply behavior-changing techniques to maximize health and wellness.

• Demonstrate the concepts of research, program planning and evaluation strategies.

Program Requirements

The Skill Certificate requirements include completion of the certificate courses with a “C” or better grade in each course. Required and support courses may be substituted with the approval of the Physical Education/Athletics Division Chair.