The Master of Public Health degree is a widely recognized professional credential for those seeking leadership and managerial positions in governmental, nonprofit, and private organizations in the public health industry.* Kaplan University’s Master of Public Health could help you develop the administrative, ethical, and professional skills needed to apply public health principles to health education and communication programs.

 Program Highlights 

Kaplan University’s flexible, online Master of Public Health program is designed to help you:

  • Apply scientific research, epidemiological, and statistical methods in public health practice.
  • Develop public health policies and programs that meet the health needs of the community.
  • Design effective health education programs and materials for culturally diverse communities.
  • Assess the impact of occupational and environmental exposures on the health of individuals.

 Areas of Specialization for the Master of Public Health 

In addition to helping you develop a broad foundation in public health, our master's degree program is designed to enhance your knowledge in the area of emphasis that best fits your career and educational goals. As a graduate, you may be prepared to pursue public or private sector leadership positions in the fields of:
    Master the principles of epidemiology (the study of infectious diseases) and health statistics as they apply in local, regional, national, and global contexts.
    Study how to communicate important health issues to a wide range of communities. Focus on the fundamentals of health policy development and heath care law.
    Focus on the knowledge and skills needed to provide community public health analysis, program planning and implementation, and health care safety.

 Curriculum for the Master of Public Health 

    Courses Credits
    Organizational Development for Health Care 4
    Health Care Finance and Economics 4
    Health Information Management and Assessment 4
    Health Behavior 4
    Applied Biostatistics 4
    Applied Epidemiology 4
    Occupational and Environmental Health 4
    Public Health Biology 4
    Health Policy and Ethics in Public Health 4
    Disaster Management for Public Health Professionals 4
    Master’s Capstone in Public Health 4
    Courses Credits
    Specialization Courses 16
    Courses Credits
    Data Management Systems in Epidemiology 4
    Infectious Disease Epidemiology 4
    Chronic Disease Epidemiology 4
    International Epidemiology and Global Health 4
    Courses Credits
    Health Law 4
    Community Health Assessment 4
    Health Education and Communication 4
    Cultural Diversity in Public Health 4
    Courses Credits
    Community Health Assessment 4
    Public Health Program Development 4
    Grant and Contract Writing 4
    Health Care Safety 4
    Total Program Requirements 60

 What are the Career Opportunities? 

With a Master of Public Health from Kaplan University, you may be prepared to pursue a wide range of industry positions including health care consultant, epidemiologist, program coordinator, and program manager.† You may also have a solid foundation for further academic pursuits.‡

  

Tuition and Fees

Cost per credit hour$385.00
Total program requirements60
Total cost of tuition$23,100.00

This program requires a $100 technology fee per term. Effective June 5, 2010, a minimum tuition deposit, depending on your program and as described in the Tuition and Fees Supplement, is required at the time of enrollment. The deposit will be credited toward your tuition when you begin classes. Qualifying transfer credit may reduce your total costs. Refer to the University Catalog for transfer of credit policy. We encourage you to explore the availability of financial aid and scholarships. For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).

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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Medical and Health Services Managers, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos014.htm.

†This program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue employment in the field, or for jobs in related fields, the specific job titles of which may not be represented in the program title. Although the University will assist students with job placement, finding a job is the individual responsibility of the student. The University does not guarantee that any student will be placed in any particular job, or at all.

‡While the program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate or doctoral programs.