Public Health
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Master of Public Health
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South University’s Master of Public Health Program is designed to educate students about areas of critical importance to local, national, and international public health challenges. This Master’s degree in Public Health program is organized around a curriculum which consists of core competencies, specialization courses, electives, and a practicum experience or applied research proposal. By completing the Public Health degree program, students can develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for leading public health professionals*.
*South University does not promise or guarantee employment.
Council on Education for Public Health
The Master of Public Health (MPH) at South University is an applicant for accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health. The accreditation review will only address the MPH degree at South University. Other degrees and areas of study offered by South University will not be included in the unit of accreditation review.
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