Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's B.S. in Public Health program with a concentration in Health Psychology and Behavior is composed of general education courses, core courses, elective classes, concentration classes, and a capstone project. Some of the core courses included in the curriculum are introduction to health management, health informatics, environmental health, and planning public health programs. Concentration courses cover topics such as cross-cultural psychology, social influences on behavior, and global perspectives in psychology. The capstone course concludes the program of study and focuses on giving you an opportunity to address a current public health issue.

What Are the Prerequisites?

If you are interested in applying to Walden University's B.S. in Public Health program with a concentration in Health Psychology and Behavior, you should have some experience with scientific research and analysis. 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?

In order to earn Walden University's B.S. in Public Health with a concentration in Health Psychology and Behavior, you must complete 181 credits. Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change. Contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program.

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

Concentration Courses

• Introduction to Psychology
• Cross-Cultural Psychology
• Cultural Perspectives in Health Psychology
• Motivation and Emotion
• Social Influences on Behavior
• Global Perspectives in Psychology

Capstone Courses

• Capstone in Public Health

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

When you finish Walden University's B.S. in Public Health program with a concentration in Health Psychology and Behavior, you have an opportunity to pursue jobs in relevant fields. Potential employers include nonprofits, government agencies, community service organizations, and research centers. Job applicants should have strong research and communication skills.

Careers that graduates could pursue include:

• Research associate
• Health policy analyst
• Food safety inspector
• Health communications specialist

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

Advanced Degrees

When you finish Walden University's B.S. in Public Health program with a concentration in Health Psychology and Behavior program, you have an opportunity to pursue a master's degree in the field. A master's degree program in public health may include courses such as environmental health, occupational safety and health management, principles of epidemiology, and methods in biostatistics. A capstone project may also be required in order for the degree to be awarded.

Some possible degree programs could include:

• Master of Public Health
• Professional Master of Public Health
• Master of Science in Health Services Management
• Master of Science in Population Health Sciences

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.