Become a leader, advocate and influencer for public health and wellness with an MPH degree from Adelphi’s top-ranked nursing school.
With a Master of Public Health, you will assume a leadership role in creating and overseeing programs and policies that promote the ideals of public health. This timely degree will prepare you to take on key roles in public health organizations as an epidemiologist, manager, researcher, educator, advocate or director.
Adelphi University has one of the best MPH programs in New York due to our personalized mentorship in small classroom settings. A Master of Public Health (MPH) can provide you with valuable knowledge and skills related to promoting and protecting the health of communities.igi
At the graduate level, individuals are more likely to serve in leadership/management roles, do research/consulting and command a higher income.
While specific opportunities and career paths can vary depending on your interests, here are some potential areas where an MPH from the Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health can be useful.
Public health majors gain research skills through coursework and hands-on experiences. You can assist in public health research projects, analyze health data and contribute to scientific studies.
With an MPH degree from Adelphi in New York, you can work in community health education programs, designing and implementing health promotion campaigns, conducting workshops and developing educational materials to raise awareness about various health issues.
Students graduating from the MPH program can find opportunities in nonprofit organizations, community health centers and advocacy groups. You can work on initiatives related to disease prevention, access to healthcare, health equity, policy advocacy or community outreach.
Public health is a critical component of government agencies at local, state and national levels. You can contribute to public health initiatives, assist in data analysis, participate in policy development or work on health education and promotion programs.
MPH graduates can explore opportunities in international health organizations, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) or global health initiatives. You will engage in projects related to infectious disease control, maternal and child health, health infrastructure development, or health education in resource-limited settings.
Graduates from public health master’s programs can provide a foundation for working in occupational health and safety roles. You can focus on assessing and reducing workplace hazards, promoting employee well-being, and developing policies and programs to ensure a safe working environment.
With a master’s degree in public health, you can pursue careers in health consulting firms, where you can contribute to projects involving health policy analysis, program evaluation, healthcare quality improvement or health data management.
Adelphi University’s Master of Public Health program’s vision is to promote health equity especially among vulnerable and underserved populations on both a local and global scale.
The mission of Adelphi University’s MPH program is to provide an exceptional learning environment in New York, offering student-centered education, research and service. We are committed to preparing students to become highly qualified practitioners and research scientists dedicated to improving public health within local communities, regionally and globally.
Graduate nursing students enrolled in the Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health who also are employees of Northwell Health, NYU Langone Health and the Nassau County government are eligible for a 15 percent tuition discount on those graduate programs.
Students should check with their employer to see if they are a current participant.
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Adelphi’s public health graduate program has given me the knowledge and skills to effectively contribute to improving the current public health system. My professors and advisors have really harnessed my talents and abilities to ensure that I’m fully prepared to implement what I learned in the classroom out in the real world.
Our students can combine the Master of Public Health with a certificate in emergency management, or advanced certificate in health promotion.
Apply the principles of emergency management in a public health setting.
Designed to give students who have already attained a master’s degree in health studies or related fields the opportunity to specialize in community health promotion.
The Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent agency overseen by the U.S. Department of Education, recognized our Master of Public Health (MPH) program for identifying, preventing and solving community health problems. This accreditation ensures that students are receiving a high-quality education in public health.
At Adelphi, our MPH program is one of the best in New York because we believe hands-on experience is key to setting our students up for future career success. This is why we ensure our public health students have firsthand public health experience through internships and out-of-the-classroom opportunities. Our students have had the opportunity to enhance their educational experience through internships at:
Applicants of the Master of Public Health program must have a minimum 2.85 cumulative GPA on official transcripts and should submit the following:
A master of public health is a graduate-level degree establishing the person who holds it as a professional ready to take on the challenges of administration, leadership and high-level research in areas of concern to a community’s well-being.
Completing Adelphi’s MPH program typically takes two to three years. The program is 42 credit hours and is offered both online and in-person.
In order to be accepted, all applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited institution. Applicants must also complete a college-level statistics course before enrolling.
Adelphi’s MPH degree program is a generalist master’s degree program, offering ample options for elective courses, allowing students to tailor the program according to interests in epidemiology, emergency management, community health, and other important avenues in protecting the health and well-being of our communities.
