University General Course Catalog 2012-2013 
    
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Social Behavioral Health Emphasis, M.P.H.


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The social and behavioral health emphasis prepares professionals from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds and interests (e.g., medicine, nursing, allied health, social work, psychology, dentistry, physician assistant, health education, nutrition, etc.) to assume public health positions. Students in this emphasis have an interest in maintaining and improving the health of individuals, families, communities, and populations.

The social and behavioral health emphasis uses a multidisciplinary approach and focuses on social, cultural, political, and economic factors that influence health status and health related behaviors of individuals and groups. The curriculum concentrates on strategies for the promotion of health and the prevention of disease in populations through public health policy and interventions in the context of social structure, community, family, and health care systems. Traditionally, program graduates have assumed positions in both public and private work settings. The MPH program can serve as preparation for doctoral studies.

Note(s):


In addition to the MPH core courses listed above, students in the social behavioral health emphasis also take the courses below. Please note the course progression.

C. Culminating Experience (9 units)


  • At the conclusion of the MPH emphasis, students wil compete 6 credits of NURS 760R  in a community organization (the overlap), and
  • CHS 695R  –MPH Capstone (3 units)

D. Total MPH Credits: 37 units


MSN/MPH Examining Committee


As the nature of the dual degree indicates, a Master’s Examining Committee will be formed by the faculty of both programs. The Committee collaborates to support the MSN/MPH Internship (covered by NURS 760R  ) and the MPH Capstone course (which will include a professional paper). The composition of this 4 member committee will include: MSN advisor, MPH advisor, Graduate School Representative, and a Community Preceptor.

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