Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The core curriculum of Walden University's B.S. in Public Health General Program offers a foundational study of public health processes and issues in addition to healthcare management and research. Topics addressed in program coursework include environmental health principles, disease prevention and control measures, global health issues, epidemiologic research methods, public health program design, evaluation processes, and public health policy development. Courses also address population health goals, healthcare delivery and information systems, professional ethics, healthcare financial management, and management concepts in healthcare settings. A final capstone course allows you to apply concepts and theories learned throughout the program to the development of a research project focusing on current global health issues.

What Are the Prerequisites?

You should have an academic and possibly a professional background in public health, health sciences, or healthcare administration before enrolling in Walden University's B.S. in Public Health program. Applicants to Walden University's programs must be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent; or be an active member of the military or a veteran; or have already earned at least 90 quarter hours of credit. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

What Are the Program Requirements?

You must earn a total of 181 credits to successfully complete the B.S. in Public Health General Program at Walden University. This credit total includes 45 credits in general education courses, 80 credits in the core curriculum, and 50 credits in electives. Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change. Contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program.

Public Health Required Courses

Foundation Course

• Dynamics of Walden Success: Learning Lab

Core Courses

• Principles of Public Health
• Context of Healthcare Delivery
• Health Informatics
• Behavioral and Cultural Issues in Healthcare
• Environmental Health
• Human Disease and Prevention
• Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare
• Public and Global Health
• Principles of Epidemiology
• Introduction to Research Methods and Analysis
• Public Health Education and Communication
• Introduction to Health Management
• Healthcare Finance and Economics
• Planning Public Health Programs
• Evaluating Public Health Programs
• Public Health Policy for Social Change

Capstone Course

• Capstone in Public Health

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of Walden University's B.S. in Public Health program, you could be prepared for entry-level positions in a variety of professional healthcare settings. You could seek employment in hospitals, community health centers, clinics, managed care companies, government health agencies, nonprofit health organizations, or health advocacy groups. Positions you could pursue include:

• Public health educator
• Environmental health worker
• Public health information officer
• Community health program coordinator

Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this degree program.

Advanced Degrees

If you are interested in pursuing management or executive positions following completion of the B.S. in Public Health program, you might choose to enter a master's degree program. In many cases, an advanced degree is required for positions of authority in the field. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Master's degrees you could pursue include:

• Master of Public Health
• Master of Science in Community Health
• Master of Science in Healthcare Administration

Find information on costs, occupation types, completion rates, and median loan debt for this program at http://waldendisclosures.com.

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.