Combine your interest in health and wellness with your desire to make a difference in other people’s lives by recommending practical and culturally sensitive approaches to promote and protect people’s health. A bachelor’s degree in public health from Langston University will prepare you to address the challenges confronting people and communities at a local, state, tribal, national or global level.

WHAT IS PUBLIC HEALTH?
Public health is the science and art of promoting and protecting the health of people and the communities where they live, work and play.

WHY CHOOSE OUR PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM?
The Public Health program at Langston University began in 2012. Our mission is to advance and create healthy communities by preparing students in the principles and practices of Public Health.

Our objectives are to:

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) examination, which is a nationally recognized certification.

DEGREE OPTIONS
The Bachelor of Science in Public Health is organized around the five core disciplines of public health: biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health sciences, social and behavioral sciences, and health administration and policy.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PUBLIC HEALTH
A public health professional is a non-clinical health professional who demonstrates competence in the methods for protecting the health of entire populations. Public health careers offer something for everyone and are ideal for those that gain satisfaction knowing that they are working to improve the lives of others. While some areas of public health require an advanced degree, students are prepared for entry-level public health work including positions in non-profit organizations, hospitals, local, state, federal, tribal, and international health agencies.

Different career options include:

HELPFUL LINKS
The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing