Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health / Community Health (Track II: other MS degree)
Walden University

Program Details

Health education is critical to promoting healthy lifestyles. The Community Health specialization addresses how to assess and improve the well-being of communities and public health systems. Learn to analyze a community’s overall health by examining available health resources and the quality of living conditions. Explore how to develop programs that can lead to healthier environments and better health for individuals. Your study culminates in a community health assessment and the development of a public health program to address that community’s needs. Choose this track if you hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in an academic discipline other than the public health field.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Walden University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Walden University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Additional Materials May Be Required

Additional Info

  • This program requires four residencies.

Restricted States

New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut