/ en /node/30386 <span>MPH 591 Social and Biological Determinants of Public Health</span> <span><span lang about="/user/526" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>jonstad</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-04-23T14:00:55-07:00" title="Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 14:00">Thu, 04/23/2026 - 14:00</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>This course provides an overview of current knowledge regarding the social and biological mechanisms of major health concerns in the US and globally. The focus will be on understanding and interpreting the determinants of health and disease in a public health context. Students will examine major public health problems from the past century and the interventions used to address them.&nbsp; Equivalent to MPH 602. Prerequisite: MPH 590.</p></div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:00:55 +0000 jonstad 30386 at /node/30385 <span>MPH 590 Introduction to Public Health Concepts</span> <span><span lang about="/user/526" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>jonstad</span></span> <span><time datetime="2026-04-23T14:00:10-07:00" title="Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 14:00">Thu, 04/23/2026 - 14:00</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>This course presents foundational information about the field of public health – its purpose, focus, infrastructure, and tools. The seven program themes (Integration of Science and Practice, Quantitative Foundations, Health Policy, Structural Determinants of Health, Systems Thinking, Leadership, Diversity and Culture) that will be covered in the core courses are introduced in a way that demonstrates the application and integration of these disciplines in the analysis and resolution of public health problems in the community. Equivalent to MPH 601</p></div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:00:10 +0000 jonstad 30385 at /node/5416 <span>MPH 652 Public Health Practicum III</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>A comprehensive and integrated application of the curriculum required by the MPH program which allows students to demonstrate professional competency in public health practice in a practice setting. <em>Prerequisites: MPH 651; Practicum Site approval and signed approval to begin your practicum as outlined in the MPH Practicum Handbook. This course may not be taken outside of this program and is not available for Non-Degree Seeking students</em>.</p></div> 1 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 5416 at /node/5411 <span>MPH 651 Public Health Practicum II</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>A comprehensive and integrated application of the curriculum required by the MPH program which allows students to demonstrate professional competency in public health practice in a practice setting. <em>Prerequisites: MPH 650; Practicum Site approval and signed approval to begin your practicum as outlined in the MPH Practicum Handbook. This course may not be taken outside of this program and is not available for Non-Degree Seeking students.</em></p></div> 1 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 5411 at /node/3906 <span>MPH 611 Public Health Program Assessment and Evaluation</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>Public health specialists must develop the expertise and adaptability to manage the complexities of research design encountered in evaluations. Public health specialists must also develop expertise in psychometrics, statistical analysis, and in substantive disciplines, to develop and evaluate tests and assessments. These skills form a strong foundation in theory and methodology coupled with practical experience in real evaluation and assessment projects. Students will learn to apply theory and advanced methods in evaluation and assessment to public health programs, campaigns, and initiatives.&nbsp;Prerequisite: MPH 610.</p> </div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 3906 at /node/3901 <span>MPH 610 Public Health Program Planning and Implementation</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>This course is designed to assist individuals to become responsible and productive public health professionals who are capable of planning, implementing, and managing health promotion and education programs for public health. Concepts in health program assessment, organization, and mobilization for the purposes of addressing identified public health concerns will serve as the foundation for the public health planning process. Appropriate techniques of partnership building, planning strategies, data collection, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making will also be introduced. <em>Prerequisite: MPH 609.</em></p></div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 3901 at /node/3896 <span>MPH 609 Public Health Education Methods</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>Research methods are at the center of our approach to knowledge and understanding in public health. An opinion alone does not hold weight. Theories are supported by concrete evidence. This class provides an introduction to this way of thinking, i.e., into methodology or the "science of finding out." The purpose of this course is to train students in how to collect and analyze data on social phenomena in a rigorous and scientific manner. This knowledge requires an understanding of three different components: 1) inquiry and research design, 2) data collection, and 3) data analysis.&nbsp;Prerequisite: MPH 608.</p></div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 3896 at /node/3891 <span>MPH 608 Health Communication Practice and Theory</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>This course is designed to examine research and practice in the area of health communication with a special focus on how health media campaigns are planned and executed in order to stimulate change in knowledge, attitudes, behavior, and subsequent health outcomes. This examination will include the review of the history of health communication campaigns, selected case studies of campaigns, and the theoretical foundation for the design and implementation of campaigns health. Prerequisite: MPH 605.</p></div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 3891 at /node/3886 <span>MPH 607 Global Health</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>During the course, a broad snapshot of global health will be presented, providing students with insight into the challenges currently facing global health. Students will also gain an understanding of why tackling global health issues is such an important endeavor with the potential to reduce poverty, build stronger economies, and promote peace. Students will not only be exposed to the major communicable and noncommunicable diseases posing a profound effect on health (especially within the developing world), but they will also learn how socioeconomic and demographic differences can influence the burden of disease. Students will be encouraged to understand that solving global health problems requires the input of multiple disciplines (e.g. the sciences, ethics, economics and diplomacy). Prerequisite: HIA 625.</p> </div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 3886 at /node/3881 <span>MPH 623 Human Resources Management</span> <span><span lang about="/user/1" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>admin</span></span> <span><time datetime="2021-09-08T11:03:54-07:00" title="Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 11:03">Wed, 09/08/2021 - 11:03</time> </span> <div class="wizzywig"><p>This course provides a study on managing people in the health care workplace, focusing on the important policies and processes associated with recruiting, hiring, training and evaluating personnel in order to achieve strategic organizational goals.&nbsp;<em>Prerequisite: MHA 592</em>.</p></div> 3 <a href="/catalog/course-description/mph-master-of-public-health" hreflang="en">MPH Master of Public Health</a> Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:03:54 +0000 admin 3881 at