Program Overview
La Salle University's Master of Public Health (MPH) program equips students with the knowledge and skills to address health disparities in urban communities. Through core courses, cross-cutting competencies, a practice immersion, and a capstone project, students gain a comprehensive understanding of public health principles and their application in real-world settings. Graduates pursue careers in health departments, non-profits, government agencies, and research institutions.
Program Outline
Master of Public Health (MPH) at La Salle University
Degree Overview:
The Master of Public Health (MPH) program at La Salle University provides students with the knowledge and skills to solve public health problems, with a particular focus on health disparities in urban communities. The program emphasizes health education, case finding, and disease prevention. Students complete 200 public health practice hours in identified medically underserved communities, applying their knowledge and skills to meet community needs.
Outline:
The MPH curriculum includes core and cross-cutting competency courses, a practice immersion, and a capstone project.
- Core Courses: These courses provide foundational knowledge in public health, including biostatistics, epidemiology, environmental health, health behavior, and health policy.
- Cross-Cutting Competency Courses: These courses cover topics such as leadership, communication, and cultural competency.
- Practice Immersion: Students complete 200 hours of public health practice in identified medically underserved communities. This allows them to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings.
- Capstone Project: Students conduct a research project on a public health issue of their choice. This project allows them to demonstrate their ability to apply their knowledge and skills to solve a public health problem.
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, papers, presentations, and projects. The practice immersion and capstone project are also used to assess student learning.
Teaching:
The MPH program is taught by a faculty with expertise in public health. The faculty uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations. The program also offers opportunities for students to learn from public health professionals in the field.
Careers:
Graduates of La Salle’s MPH program have advanced to careers with:
- Health departments
- Non-profit organizations
- Government agencies
- Research institutions
- Pharmaceutical companies Positions held include:
- Clinical research associate
- Project management analyst
- Coordinating manager
- Research program manager
- Clinical research coordinator
- Program evaluation analyst
- Health policy analyst
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health.
- The program is designed to prepare students for careers in public health at the local, state, and national levels.
- The program offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid options.
Contact Information:
Candace Robertson-James, DrPH, MPH Email: robertsonjames@lasalle.edu Phone: (215) 951-5032 Location: St. Benilde Tower Room 3333