Public Health

Bachelor of Science

SUNY Potsdam

  • Delivery Mode
    100% Online
  • Total Credits
    120
  • Degree Level
    Bachelor of Science
  • Contact Us
    315-267-2154

Earn your bachelor degree online

You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students

The Public Health major prepares students for work as Public Health Educators. Graduates are prepared to identify health risks facing a diverse set of communities, develop and evaluate programs and other strategies to promote health and prevent disease, advocate for health-related policy, and serve as a source of accurate information for communities about health issues. Graduates are prepared for careers in areas included but not limited to substance abuse prevention, nutrition and physical activity promotion, violence prevention, sexual health education, and are employed in local/state/national public health agencies or local/state non-profits. Completion of the Bachelor of Science in Public Health makes students eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist Exam (CHES) exam, a certification nationally recognized by employers as a gold standard in public health practice.
 

What's a bachelor's degree?
A bachelor’s degree usually takes four years to complete as a full-time student and mixes general education courses with specific courses tied to your major.
  • What's it like to earn this degree online?

    Let's put your mind at ease about online learning

  • 100% Online
    This program is presented 100% online. You will not be expected to attend any classes on campus.
  • Classes on your schedule
    Courses are semester based and classwork can be completed around your work and family commitments. There is no set time where you are required to log in to attend class.
  • Same faculty as on-campus
    The faculty that teach online classes are the same faculty that students learn from on-campus.
  • Learn by doing
    Participate in field experiences such as internships, clinical placements, and service learning to apply your academic knowledge in the world.
  • Credit for prior knowledge
    Get college credit for experience that you have already gained at school or in the workforce.
  • Access to a personal tutor
    You will have access to a tutor when you need assistance with any of your classes.
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How do I enroll?

Follow these steps to start your application

  1. Go to the online application
  2. Create an account
  3. Complete the forms or save for later
  4. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
  5. Submit any supplemental materials, if required
  6. Send in your academic records
  7. APPLY NOW

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