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Global Environmental & Genomic Health Sciences

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Master's

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MPH with a Concentration in Environmental and Occupational Health

MPH students in Environmental and Occupational Health study how environmental and workplace exposures impact human health, gaining skills in risk assessment, exposure science, and environmental health policy.

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MPH with a Concentration in Global Disaster Management, Humanitarian Relief and Homeland Security

MPH students in Global Disaster Management, Humanitarian Relief & Homeland Security learn to assess and respond to public health emergencies, including natural disasters, bioterrorism, and humanitarian crises.

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MPH with a Concentration in Global Health Practice

MPH students in Global Health Practice develop skills to address health disparities in resource-limited settings, focusing on epidemiology, maternal and child health, disaster management, and health program implementation.

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MPH with a Concentration in Infection Control

MPH students in Infection Control gain specialized training in infection prevention and control, with a focus on healthcare-associated infections, disease surveillance, and outbreak response.

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MPH with a Concentration in Health, Safety & Environment

MPH students in Health, Safety & Environment study exposure assessment, environmental health, and workplace safety to address global challenges related to air and water quality, hazardous waste, and public health policy.

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MPH with a Concentration in Genomics

MPH students in Genomics receive training in genomic data analysis, bioinformatics, and public health genetics to investigate disease susceptibility and progression.

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MPH with a Concentration in Global Infectious Diseases

MPH students in Global Infectious Diseases focus on the prevention, surveillance, and control of infectious diseases worldwide, integrating microbiology, immunology, and epidemiology.

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MSPH with a Concentration in Global Infectious Diseases

MSPH students in Global Infectious Diseases gain research-focused training in infectious disease surveillance, diagnostics, and intervention strategies to address global health threats.

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MSPH with a Concentration in Genomics

MSPH students in Genomics develop expertise in genomic research methodologies, bioinformatics, and molecular genetics, preparing for careers in public health research and data-driven disease analysis.

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MSPH with a Concentration in Environmental and Occupational Health

MSPH students in Environmental and Occupational Health engage in research-driven study of environmental hazards, occupational health risks, and exposure science to advance public health protection.

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Doctoral

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PhD in Public Health with a Concentration in Environmental and Occupational Health

Doctoral students in Environmental and Occupational Health conduct advanced research on environmental exposures, workplace hazards, and policy interventions to improve public health and worker safety.

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PhD in Public Health with a Concentration in Global Infectious Diseases

Doctoral students in Global Infectious Diseases develop expertise in infectious disease research, focusing on epidemiology, molecular diagnostics, and intervention strategies to combat global health threats.

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PhD in Public Health with a Concentration in Genomics

Doctoral students in Genomics specialize in genomic data analysis, computational biology, and evolutionary genetics to advance research in public health and precision medicine.

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  • Disaster Management

    12 credit hours | Delivery: Online

    The purpose of this graduate certificate is to enhance the knowledge base of public health professionals, as well as other disaster management personnel, in the management, preparedness, response, and recovery from natural and man-made disasters. The design of the certificate engages the student in critical thinking skills that enable them to reduce the health complexities of disasters.

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    Humanitarian Assistance

    12 credit hours | Delivery: Online

    This graduate certificate is designed to supplement the work of public health professionals and other humanitarian aid providers serving those effected by humanitarian emergencies either in the United States or abroad and provides a foundation for persons who wish to pursue such a career. 

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    Infection Control

    12 credit hours | Delivery: Online

    This graduate certificate enhances the knowledge base of post-baccalaureate nurses, medical technologists, microbiologists, or other health professionals employed as infection control practitioners. The courses in the certificate program provide a comprehensive knowledge base to prepare students for the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) examination. (Note: specific infection control practical experience requirements must be met to sit for the CBIC exam.) 

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    Toxicology

    14 credit hours | Delivery: Online

    Designed to introduce post-baccalaureate students to fundamental concepts in the discipline of toxicology, this certificate program will advance the knowledge of current professionals in fields related to occupational health and environmental health, and will prepare students with the intention of pursuing a graduate level degree in these fields. Students will apply concepts in the science of toxicology to issues of occupational and environmental health regulations, hazardous materials safety, chemical related illness, and exposure assessment. 

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    Water, Health, and Sustainability

    16 credit hours | Delivery: Traditional

    This graduate certificate is intended for public health professionals, humanitarian aid providers, engineers, and other planners, or anyone with an interest in addressing critical shortages and health problems associated with inadequate and unsanitary water throughout the world.

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    Social Marketing and Social Change

    12 credit hours | Delivery: Online

    This graduate certificate is offered to graduate students and professionals who wish to develop the skills needed to develop, implement, and evaluate social marketing programs. The certificate coursework meets the training needs of graduate students and professionals from multiple disciplines including public health, healthcare, mass communications, environmental studies, anthropology, social work, engineering, and business. 

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