General MPH Program

Program Highlights & Accreditation

Bryan University's Master of Public Health (MPH) program is designed to equip students with the most current public health knowledge, grounded in the CDC – 10 Essential Public Health Services framework. The program emphasizes practical skills to prevent, protect, and promote community health.

Key program features include:

• Accelerated 100% online delivery.

• 42 total credit hours.

• Students typically take two courses at a time, with each course lasting 8 weeks.

• A capstone project to solve a real-world public health problem.

• Preparation for the Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification, with one exam fee included in tuition.

• Additional benefits included in tuition: electronic books and courseware, tutoring, academic support, a school starter kit, and career services.

Accreditation: Bryan University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Program-specific accreditation for the MPH program (such as CEPH) is not explicitly mentioned in the provided context.

Delivery Modes

The MPH program is delivered 100% online, offering flexibility for working professionals and students from various locations. It features an accelerated format, designed to help students complete their degree efficiently with no waiting lists for course registration.

Curriculum Overview

The 42-credit curriculum covers a comprehensive range of public health topics. Key areas of study include:

• Public health overview & operations, and the CDC – 10 Essential Health Services framework

• Disease pathogenesis & prevention, epidemiology & intervention programs

• Public health informatics, electronic health records, and biostatistics for public health

• Behavioral health, health promotion, health education, and social determinants of health

• Global health, public health preparedness, and key public health risks

• Public health leadership, program evaluation & measurement, and public health improvement & interventions

• Environmental & occupational health

Students gain real-world practice experience online through a capstone project and simulated job tasks aligned with the mission of public health, utilizing the CDC – 10 Essential Public Health Services. Upon completion, students will be able to assess population health, analyze data, address health hazards, prepare effective healthcare communications, use analytical thinking, promote inclusion, and be prepared for a national public health certification.

Admissions Requirements

To be admitted to the Master of Public Health program, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or undergraduate degree equivalent from an accredited institution of higher learning with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Bryan University accepts students from a broad range of undergraduate majors and does not require the GRE exam for admission.

General university admission requirements include:

• Earn a high school diploma or its equivalent.

• Fill out the University’s Application and pay a $25 registration fee.

• Pass a computer and internet speed assessment.

• Complete an online introductory course – “LaunchPad”.

• Attend online orientation.

• Submit official transcripts from past colleges for transfer credit evaluation.

• Complete and pass a required criminal background check.

Career & Practical Experience

The MPH program prepares graduates for various career opportunities in the growing public health sector. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, career prospects for roles such as Epidemiologists and Medical and Health Service Managers are projected to grow significantly. Potential career paths include:

• Public Health Officer / Administrator

• Epidemiologist

• Public Health Emergency Manager

• Community Health Specialist

• Biostatistician

• Public Health Educator

• Healthcare Data Analyst

Graduates may find employment in diverse settings such as hospitals, ambulatory care settings, hospices, insurance companies, physician offices, health information vendors, long-term care facilities, behavioral health settings, college health settings, governmental organizations, non-profits, and NGOs.

Bryan University provides dedicated career services, including a personal success coach, job search assistance, job networking best practices, interview preparation, and help creating an eye-catching resume. Practical experience is integrated through the capstone project and simulated job tasks.