Public Health, MPH
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is the most widely recognized professional credential for leadership in public health. Graduates of this degree will meet the many exciting challenges in protecting the public’s health today and in the future.
Program Intro
To meet public health challenges, MPH students at CBU complete coursework to attain depth and breadth of expertise in the five core areas of public health knowledge. They’ll learn how to improve access to health care, control infectious disease, and reduce environmental hazards, violence, substance abuse and injury.
*Based on current academic year. Subject to change.
Why Earn Your Master of Public Health at CBU?
Work while learning
Many students in the MPH program work while enrolled in the program. MPH courses take place in the evenings and only twice weekly. This allows for students to be engaged in practice, research, and service opportunities during the day. Students may also gain practical experience serving as graduate teaching assistants or serving as research assistants.
Intern abroad
Students can complete their internship requirements abroad through the College of Health Science’s Global Health Engagement. The purpose of the 3-week practicum is to provide MPH students with an opportunity to expand their level of understanding of international health and public health, and offer students an opportunity to engage in cross-cultural experiences.
Join a national society
Select students can join the Eta Sigma Gamma Honorary Society, a national professional honorary society in health education that comprises a national headquarters and chapters at colleges and universities throughout the United States.
Program Details
HSC 502: Environmental and Occupational Health
This course introduces students to physical, chemical and biological hazards found in the environment and health risks associated with workplace and community exposure to them. Risks to special populations and mechanisms of reducing or controlling these risks are discussed.
HSC 516: Public Health Promotion and Disease Intervention
This course discusses approaches to health promotion and disease prevention intervention in different settings, using varied strategies, and for different target groups.
HSC 570: Outbreak and Emergency Preparation and Response
This course is an intensive introduction to public health emergency preparedness and response and covers a number of topics.
- Health Education and Promotion Concentration
- Health Policy and Administration Concentration
CBU's Public Health Program is proud to maintain full accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
To request a copy of the 2024 self-study report and/or the Official CEPH Accreditation Report, please email Department Chair of Public Health Sciences: Jbonome@calbaptist.edu.
Sangmin Kim, Ed.D., MCHES
Professor of Health Science
Office Phone: 951-552-8536
E-mail: sakim@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus, H142
Robert LaChausse, Ph.D.
Professor
2023 Trustee's Distinguished Scholar Award
Office Phone: 951-552-8484
E-mail: rlachausse@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus, H144
Marshare Penny, Dr.P.H.
Clinical Professor of Public Health
Office Phone: 951-552-8385
E-mail: mpenny@calbaptist.edu
Melissa Wigginton, DrPH, CHES
Professor of Health Science
Office Phone: 951-552-8537
E-mail: mwigginton@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: Health Science Campus, H-138
Consistent with the university student outcomes, upon completion of the Master of Public Health degree, graduates will be able to:
- Apply epidemiological methods to settings & situations in public health practice.
- Select quantitative & qualitative data collection methods appropriate for a given public health context.
- Analyze quantitative & qualitative data using biostatistics, informatics, computer-based programming & software, as appropriate.
- Interpret results of data analysis for public health research, policy, or practice.
- Compare the organization, structure & function of health care, public health & regulatory systems across national & international settings.
- Discuss the means by which structural bias, social inequities & racism undermine health & create challenges to achieving health equity at organizational, community & systemic levels.
Is financial aid available to help pay for on-campus programs?
Our on-campus degrees offer a reputable and affordable option for earning your bachelor’s,
master's or doctorate degree.
Additionally, CBU has partnered with select employers to provide their employees with the opportunity to improve their career through their educational goals and receive a 20% tuition scholarship.
Learn more about tuition and financial aid.
As you make decisions about graduate school, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
| Application Deadlines | Fall |
|---|---|
| Priority | May 15 |
| Standard | August 1 |
The MPH program prepared us for what life would look like as a public health care professional. Since I have graduated, I have attained a job at an organ procurement organization where I educate nursing staff and communities about organ, eye and tissue donation.
Adriana Jovanov '22
Program Manager, Hospital Partnerships / OneLegacy
With my current position I work with public health emergency preparedness for the entire county. Every day I use the skills I learned through the MPH program and see how it touches individuals and the community.
Carolina Gonzalez '17
I have a passion for helping others, and, in the MPH program, I felt that I could have a real and lasting positive effect on others and I can promote a healthy and safe environment.
Crystal McGlover '17
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, City of Inglewood Office of Emergency Services
Career Possibilities
Graduates of CBU's Master of Public Health program will be well prepared for various careers in the industry. Some careers listed below may require further education.
- Public Health Program Coordinator
- Public Health Program Manager
- Communicable Disease Specialist
- Preparedness Program Coordinator
- Preparedness Program Manager
- Registered Environmental Health Specialist
- Research Analyst
- Health Policy Analyst
- Lecturer
- Instructor
- Community Health Worker
- Environmental Scientist
- Health Education Specialist
- Epidemiologist
- Bioterrorism Researcher
- Biosecurity Specialist
- Chief Medical Officer
- Clinical Infectious Disease Specialist
- Chronic Disease Management Coordinator
- Health and Safety Engineer
- Healthcare Administrator
- Biostatistician
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