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Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Minor 

Public Health

A bachelor degree in public health with an environmental health concentration will prepare students for a career as an environmental health professional. Environmental health is a core area of public health. Environmental health professionals work in the area of environmental health, safety, sanitation and hygiene. Students may obtain jobs in this field immediately following graduation.

 

 

 

 

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of environmental scientists and specialists is projected to grow 11 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.

Career paths

  • Environmental health practitioner
  • Environmental health officer
  • Sanitarian 

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Internships

Students will pursue a 180-hour internship with a public health organization of their choice. The internship program is meant to provide students a hands-on experience to enhance their classroom learning and allows students to apply this knowledge to real-world problems and situations. The internship experience also provides an opportunity for students to better understand their career options and preferences, as well as make invaluable contacts with practitioners and professionals.

Curriculum

The 122 credit hour curriculum exposes students to the concepts necessary for success in the public and environmental health workplace. Students have the option to take many of the courses online. A required internship provides students with the opportunity to receive training linked to practice. An important component of public health training is the integration of learning with practical experience.

Required courses

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Sample courses

  • Environmental Ethics
  • Community Health
  • Human Diseases
  • Environmental Politics & Policy

 

Environmental health graduates will be qualified to take the Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Sanitarian-in-Training examination leading to professional licensure.

 

Quality classroom experiences

The classes are taught by dedicated faculty with professional public and environmental health experience who have the expertise to prepare students for challenging and exciting careers in the public and environmental health field. Students will also have the opportunity to learn and interact with other students with similar interests.

BGSU College of Heath and Human Services 

The Public Health program is part of the BGSU College of Health & Human Services

Updated: 08/13/2024 12:02PM