Program Overview

Applied Epidemiology (online) (Z152)

The educational objective of the proposed Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Professional Studies in Applied Epidemiology is to train working professionals in the field of Epidemiology. This certificate provides working professionals the opportunity to learn the concepts necessary to improve their understanding of epidemiologic methods and principles and apply them in real-world practice. It covers epidemiologic study design, disease investigation and measures, identification and control of biases (information bias, selection bias, and confounding effect), effect assessment (measure of associations, interaction effort, and mediation effect), and control of epidemics.

Overview

The Certificate in Applied Epidemiology (Online) is a graduate certificate program offered by the School of Public Health.

Admissions

• Bachelor's Degree
• Statement of Purpose
• Transcript(s)
• TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
• Response to personal experiences question(s)

Requirements

General Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Statement of Purpose
• Transcript(s)
• TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
• Response to personal experiences question(s)

Program-Specific Requirements

• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• CV/Resume
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (optional)
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Subject Test Score (optional)

• The UMD graduate application requires uploading unofficial transcripts issued in the original language along with a literal English translation.
• Evidence of English Language proficiency is required if the applicant does not hold a degree from a U.S. institution or one of the English-speaking countries listed on the Graduate School website.

Deadlines

• Domestic Applicants:
  • US Citizens and Permanent Residents: May 15, 2026
• International Applicants:
  • F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants: May 8, 2026

Program Details

The Applied Epidemiology, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (P.B.C.) is designed to provide working professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply epidemiologic principles in real-world practice. The program covers various topics, including epidemiologic study design, disease investigation and measures, and control of epidemics. The certificate program is offered online, providing flexibility for working professionals to complete the program while continuing their careers. The program is offered by the School of Public Health, which is committed to providing high-quality education and training in the field of public health. The program is designed to meet the needs of working professionals who want to advance their careers in epidemiology and related fields. The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of epidemiologic methods and principles, as well as the skills necessary to apply them in real-world practice. The program's faculty are experienced professionals in the field of epidemiology, and they provide students with the guidance and support necessary to succeed in the program. The program is accredited by the relevant accrediting agencies, and it is designed to meet the needs of working professionals who want to advance their careers in epidemiology and related fields. The program's graduates are prepared to work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, private industry, and non-profit organizations. They are also prepared to pursue advanced degrees in epidemiology and related fields. Overall, the Applied Epidemiology, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (P.B.C.) is a high-quality program that provides working professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of epidemiology.