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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
| 2027-06-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Public Health Certificate
The public health certificate provides students with the opportunity to learn how to apply public health theory and practice to address population health issues while enriching their core competencies in teamwork, critical thinking, and public outreach.
Program Details
- Program type: Certificates/Programs - Undergraduate
- Format: On Campus or Online
- Estimated time to complete: 1 year
- Credit hours: 9
Why Earn a Public Health Certificate?
The University of North Dakota's Public Health Education program is based on a strong foundation in the health sciences, social sciences, and psychology. Students will think critically and scientifically, while enhancing communication skills and leadership experiences. The Undergraduate Certificate in Public Health pairs well with any major at UND, particularly Nutrition, Kinesiology, Psychology, Communication, Education, Sociology, and many others.
Public Health Certificate Courses
- Introduction to Public Health (PHE 101): Introduction to the population health approach to public health, principles of evidence-based public health, and tools for implementation.
- Introduction to Global Health (PHE 103): Basic knowledge of health indicators, major determinants, and trends of global health.
- Organization and Administration of Community Health Programs (PHE 303): Basic principles of the organization and administration of health programs, leadership skills, and grant writing.
Career Opportunities
Those with public health skills are in high demand due to an aging population, increasing chronic diseases, and the need to improve the health of communities. Career options include:
- Health educators
- Health promotion specialists
- Community health workers
- Environmental health specialists
- Vital records technicians
Online Public Health Certificate
The online public health certificate offers flexible, asynchronous classes, allowing students to learn anywhere at any time. Students will have access to top-tier online student resources, including:
- Same degree as on-campus students
- Same classes as on-campus students
- Real interaction with professors and peers
- Personal academic advisor
- Free online tutoring
- Unlimited academic coaching
- Full online access to libraries and career services
- 24/7 technical support
- Networking opportunities with a large pool of online students
Academic Quality and Student Outcomes
The University of North Dakota ranks among the best online colleges in the nation for affordability, student satisfaction, academic quality, and student outcomes.