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Learning Goals and Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the history and basic competencies in six major domains of public health
  2.  Specialize in at least one of the public health domains listed above, so that they are marketable for their future careers and educational opportunities;
  3. Understand and apply the basic concepts, methods and tools of evidence public health (quantitative and qualitative data: collection, use, and analysis);
  4.  Understand and apply the basic population health concepts, processes, approaches and interventions to address population-level health concerns;
  5. Have a basic working knowledge of the biological influences on health across the life course;
  6. Understand the complex interplay between society, behavior, biology and the environment in creating and addressing health disparities;
  7. Demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity in working with any population;
  8. Be competent in planning, implementing, assessing and evaluating public health programs;
  9. Describe health systems and organizational structures with in the US and be able to make comparisons with health systems across the globe;
  10. Describe and understand the basic legal, ethical, economic and regulatory dimensions of health care and health policy;
  11. Communicate and appropriate tailor public health messages effectively and efficiently through the use of technical and professional writing, mass media, and both written and oral presentation to diverse audiences;
  12. Work efficiently to ethically address public health problems and community needs both independently and in group settings;
  13.  Work with public health organizations, researchers, and/or communities to achieve public health goals

Curricular Matrix

Curricular Matrix (xlsx)

The SPH curriculum map explains which courses in our program specifically address Degree Learning Goals for the major. As well as how these courses address CEPH accreditation standards. This Curriculum map is different than the Advising and Schedule Planning Sheet for students, which can be found under the Curriculum tab on the SPH Undergraduate website. 

  • Bachelors of Science in Public Health
  • Overview
  • Learning Goals and Outcomes
  • Curriculum
  • Area B – Research Requirement
  • Area B – Internship Requirement
  • Study Abroad
  • Admission, Major Change and Transfers
  • Student Organizations & Additional Resources
  • Graduate School & Career Planning

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