Public Health
Bachelor of Science
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Public health is defined as “the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private communities, and individuals."
Public Health is a broad field that attracts students with a range of interests and talents. Students in the Public Health major at Springfield College will learn to assess and improve population health at many levels using evidence-based strategies. The skills and knowledge gained through the study of public health are applicable to all clinical health professions and are also important for careers that relate to health indirectly or on a broader scale.
Students with undergraduate training in Public Health are qualified for entry-level positions in organizations including nonprofits, government, consulting, and advocacy organizations, and often pursue graduate education in public health or go on to clinical or other graduate programs. Graduates of public health programs become researchers, clinicians, policymakers or lawmakers, community planners or organizers, infectious disease specialists, educators, administrators, or can apply their training in any number of other fields.
What job can I get with a degree in Public Health?
A degree in Public Health from Springfield College prepares you for a variety of impactful careers dedicated to improving community health and well-being. Graduates can become public health educators, where you'll develop and implement programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent diseases.
Springfield College's program combines rigorous academic coursework with practical experience, preparing you to excel in these dynamic roles.
Data is from the 2024 Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Medical and health services managers, also called healthcare executives or healthcare administrators, plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services. They may manage an entire facility, a specific clinical area or department, or a medical practice for a group of physicians. Medical and health services managers must adapt to changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and technology.
Health education specialists create workplace programs or suggest modifications that focus on wellness. For example, they may develop incentives for employees to adopt healthy behaviors, such as controlling cholesterol, or recommend changes in the workplace to improve employee health, such as creating smoke-free areas.
