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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Public Health
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Public health influences almost every sector, from government and health care to business and education. Professionals who can speak the language of public health are critical for bridging knowledge gaps within our society, allowing for more thoughtful policymaking and safer infrastructure.
You can be the professional who puts the pieces together with an online Certificate in Public Health from Augusta University. You’ll learn the core tenets of public health and how to apply them to your day-to-day work, empowering you to increase your impact and better communicate with professionals from all backgrounds. You’ll learn from field-tested faculty who teach in our MPH program, ensuring that you get top-notch education from experts who know what it takes to build healthier, more resilient systems.
Study What Drives You with a Certificate in Public Health
What You’ll Learn
Health management and policy
Fundamentals of health promotion
Environmental health
Biostatistics
Epidemiology
Our online Certificate in Public Health comprises five core courses from our MPH program. You’ll sit alongside master’s degree candidates while you gain a comprehensive foundation in key areas such as:
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Research in Action
As one of only four public research universities in Georgia, Augusta University Online helps learners put research into practice. Throughout the certificate program, you’ll have opportunities to explore and research topics of interest in your field, helping to solve today’s problems.
Why AU Online?
Small class sizes give you the opportunity to meaningfully collaborate with peers.
Flexible coursework allows you to work at your own pace, perfect for your busy lifestyle.
Individualized attention from faculty allows you to tailor your learning toward your unique interests.
Practical learning experiences help you put what you learn into real-world situations.
About Augusta University Online
Augusta University Online brings the tight-knit community experience found on campus to students across the country. Small class sizes, engaged professors, strong relationships with a multitude of professional organizations and valuable input from subject matter experts across industries allow our graduate degrees to provide students with individualized attention and practical, real-world skills. One of the country’s top universities for improving economic outcomes for low- and moderate-income graduates, Augusta University Online gives students a truly transformative degree experience that allows them to make a profound impact on their lives.
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For individuals who wish to continue their education, the Certificate in Public Health can be applied toward our Master of Public Health program — allowing for a streamlined and seamless transition to a graduate degree in the field.
Certificate in Public Health Tuition Rate
| Credit Hours | Cost Per Credit | Fees | Total Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | $441 per credit hour in-state $1,189 per credit hour out-of-state & $1,211 out-of-country |
$155 + $393* (in-state) | $6,615 (in-state) |
Augusta University Online is proud to give students the opportunity to earn a high-value education at an affordable cost.
Who Is the Certificate in Public Health Built for?
While public health is a technical field, its applications are broad. Individuals across industries can benefit from acquiring relevant public health knowledge that can be applied to their current roles. This certificate is ideal for professionals who are looking to develop an initial foundational understanding of public health and don’t want the time commitment or level of specialization that comes with an MPH degree. It’s a great fit for:
Medical doctors
Nurses and physicians assistants
State health department employees
Public administrators
Data professionals
Public works managers
Environmental consultants
Budget analysts
Transportation directors
Nonprofit managers
