Master of Public Health
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Master of Public Health
As part of the public health courses at South University, you’ll learn about public health, and its many topics on a local, national, and international scale. During the Master’s Degree in Public Health class discussions, research, assignments, and one-on-one interactions with the public health faculty, you’ll have the opportunity to learn how to handle health-related issues like controlling infectious diseases, improving access to healthcare, and reducing environmental hazards. The Master’s degree program at the Montgomery campus culminates in a practicum experience in which you apply your new knowledge, skills, and abilities around public health science to a real-world public health setting, such as a government or social service agency, community or public health organization, or other approved business*.
*South University does not promise or guarantee employment.
Admission Requirements
Career Outlook
As a graduate of the MPH degree program, you’ll be ready to pursue a variety of public health positions, including:
- Medical and Health Services Managers
- Health Educators
- Community Health Workers
Course Requirements
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