Associate of Applied Science in Public Health
Northampton County Area Community College

Program Details

The online Associate of Applied Science in Public Health teaches students to educate, advise, promote health, and save lives. Classes led by experienced professionals allows students to discuss topics and participate in interactive lessons. Students of this online program interpret community data to determine the population’s health needs and priorities.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

  • Public health across the lifespan
  • Community health practice
  • Principles of sociology

Career opportunities for graduates include working for local, state, and federal government agencies such as the NIH and the CDC. Private companies, including hospitals, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies also employ public health workers. The online associate’s degree in public health can help graduates establish their careers in the public health field.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Northampton County Area Community College is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score