Introduction
Northeastern’s Public Health Graduate Certificate is designed to meet the needs of professionals seeking to gain supplemental knowledge in public health. With a unique emphasis on health disparities and health equity, the certificate prepares learners to collaborate with, conduct research in, and work in a variety of public health settings. In addition to the four core courses, students take two elective courses across disciplines to personalize their professional development.
The program offers:
- Essential public health knowledge and skills to support current and future job functions and goals.
- A pipeline into the Master of Public Health program if interested in pursuing the degree.
Student Learning Outcomes
Students will demonstrate foundational public health knowledge in:
- The profession and science of public health.
- Factors related to human health.
Students will demonstrate foundational public health competencies in:
- Evidence-based approaches to public health
- Public health and health care systems
- Planning and management to promote health
- Policy in public health
- Leadership
- Communication
- Interprofessional practice
- Systems thinking
Credit hours required: 18
Required core courses (12 credits):
- PH 400 Introduction to Public Health
- PH 440 Health Disparities and Health Advocacy
- PH 405 Social and Behavioral Health Theory & Practice
- PH 410 Epidemiology
Elective courses (6 credits):
- Any two courses approved by Public Health Coordinator
Admission Information
The program admits students for the fall, spring and summer semesters.
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Program Benefits
The Public Health Graduate Certificate offers:
- Hybrid classes (on-campus and online learning).
- An interdisciplinary approach taught by a team of highly qualified faculty.
- Electives focused on topics related to public health, such as sociology, gerontology, counseling, social work, justice studies, economics, and more.
Upon completion, students will demonstrate proficiency in the following foundation competencies:
- Evidence-based approaches to public health
- Public health and health care systems
- Planning and management to promote health
- Policy in public health
- Leadership
- Communication
- Interprofessional practice
- Systems thinking
In addition, Northeastern offers an array of flexible day, evening and weekend classes with an affordable tuition and convenient urban locations accessible by car or public transportation.
Career Options
Academic Catalog Information
Take a closer look at the Public Health Graduate Certificate and the courses offered toward the certificate.
Department and Contact Information
If you are interested in the program or have questions, please contact Health Sciences and Physical Education at (773) 442-5581 or email Dr. James Ball, Chair and Program Coordinator, at jwball@neiu.edu.
About Northeastern
Northeastern Illinois University is home to students from all corners of the world and is one of the most ethnically diverse universities in the nation. Our small class sizes, flexible schedules and dedicated faculty can help you succeed in your studies. We offer an education with value.
