Master of Public Health
As the health care industry continues to expand, the need for knowledgeable public
health care administrators, educators, and resources is expected to increase.*†
Why Should You Consider the Public Health Field?
The field on public health is expected to undergo rapid change with the increased
focus on health care reform and legislation. As politicians and special interest
groups try to negotiate health care costs and the implementation of health care
programs, public health professionals could be called upon to educate and advise
lawmakers.
With a master's degree in public health, you could pursue the following career opportunities‡:
- Medical and Health Services Manager: You'll oversee medical facilities and
related services to help deliver health care to the public. As a manager, you'll
combine health knowledge with business strategies to create an effective office
or facility.
- Emergency Preparedness/Services Manager: You'll manage disaster response
or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare
emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes),
wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies, hazardous materials
spills) disasters.
- Epidemiologist: You'll participate in long-term research programs that can
help pinpoint ways to eliminate or control infectious diseases. You'll work closely
with physicians to help stop outbreaks and create guidelines for treatment.
The demand for public health employees is expected to increase. According to the
Bureau of Labor Statistics, national long-term job growth for medical and health
service managers is expected to be 16 percent from 2008 through 2018, which is faster
than the average for all occupations.† In addition, long-term national
job growth for epidemiologists is expected to be 15 percent during the same time
period.§
Why Kaplan University?
Due to the anticipated need for public health advocates and experts, now could be
the right time to enter or pursue advancement in the field.‡ Kaplan
University's Master of Public Health program is designed to provide you with an
in-depth education relevant to the field of public health.
Through electives courses, you'll be able to focus your studies on the public health
area that best fits your needs and interests. You’ll be taught by practicing professionals
with real-world knowledge to help put you on the right path toward achieving your
goals.
If you are already enrolled in a School of Health Sciences bachelor's degree program,
consider our accelerated option, which could put you on the fast track to a master's
degree. Designed for high-potential undergraduate students, the accelerated option
allows you to work toward your bachelor's degree while simultaneously completing
up to five core courses in the Master of Public Health. The accelerated master's
degree option allows you to earn your bachelor's degree and a Master of Public Health
at a faster pace and lower cost than completing each degree separately.‡
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* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook
Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Health Educators, on the Internet at www.bls.gov/oco/ocos063.htm. National
long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions,
and do not guarantee actual job growth.
† Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational
Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Medical and Health Services Managers, on the
Internet at
www.bls.gov/oco/ocos014.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect
local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual
job growth.
‡ Kaplan University's programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue
the stated positions, which have varying responsibilities. However, the University
does not guarantee that graduates will be placed in any job, equipped to perform
all the tasks noted, or eligible for job advancement opportunities. Additional training
or certification may be required. In addition, job titles and responsibilities may
vary from organization to organization. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership
positions.
§ Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational
Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Epidemiologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos310.htm.
National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic
or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.