Community and Public Health

Dean: Dean: Dr. Rhoberta Haley

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science Community and Public Health (BSCPH) degree prepares students for careers in community and public health education and programming, health-related research, and public health policy in a variety of organizations and settings. Graduates will be able to conduct needs assessments; plan, create, implement and evaluate wellness programs and health education related activities. Graduates will be prepared to conduct research and scholarly activities related to health education; administer and manage programs, and create resources to promote health and wellness. The program offers four specialization tracks: Community Health Worker, Data Analytics, Environment and Health, and Non Profit.

Program Goals

The goals of the BSCPH program are congruent with the University’s academic vision and are as follows:

1.     Provide a program of study that leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Community and Public Health, in which students are able to achieve the knowledge, skills, and Marianist values necessary for effective health care professionals.
2.     Ensure an educational foundation in the biological, physical, and social sciences and humanities that are essential for health care professionals.
3.     Foster an attitude of intellectual and critical inquiry that promotes evidence-informed practice.
4.     Provide an educational experience that emphasizes engagement of students through active learning.
5.     Create a collegial environment that fosters professional development of students including life-long learning scholarship, and leadership.
6.     Prepare students for health care roles in a in a variety of dynamic health care settings.
7.     Prepare students for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination.
8.     Provide a foundation for graduate study in a variety of graduate degree pathways.