Online Bachelor of Science in
Applied Science in Public Health

Take the next step in your public health career with Youngstown State University’s online Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Public Health. Designed for a modern learning experience that fits within your schedule, our program prepares you to establish yourself as a Certified Health Education Specialist or as a public health sanitarian.

Program Overview

Whether you are a current healthcare professional seeking to upgrade your skills, or you’re venturing on a new career path, our online program provides you with the knowledge and flexibility you need. Our bachelor’s program provides training in the five fundamental areas of public health:

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Health Services Administration
• Environmental Health
• Behavioral Science/Health Education

With these key topics, the course readies you for a successful career in assessing individual and community public health needs, managing health education and promotion programs, and conducting health inspections. Exclusive to our online program are two unique concentrations, each offering a two, three, or four-year completion program. Students also have the exciting opportunity to earn their Master of Public Health in just an additional year through our “4+1” program, expediting your journey to advanced career possibilities.

Health Education Concentration

Our Health Education Concentration equips students with key knowledge, tools and skills to promote health and prevent disease within communities. As a health education professional, you’ll be equipped to develop, implement, and evaluate health programs across diverse populations, focusing on improving public health through knowledge, health behaviors, and community efforts. Our online format provides the flexibility to learn anywhere, anytime – placing a premium education experience at your fingertips.

Generalist Concentration

Our generalist concentration provides a well-rounded public health education, allowing students the flexibility to select a combination of courses from both the health education/promotion concentration, as well as the environmental health concentration. This empowers students to create an experience that best fits their interests and schedule while meeting all program requirements.

Environmental Health Concentration

For students with a passion for environmental stewardship, our Environmental Health Concentration focuses on the concept of health protection, including the control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards to aid in disease prevention. As a graduate, you will be able to examine, analyze, and manage environmental hazards that could negatively impact public health. By scrutinizing air, soil, and water quality, you’ll play an instrumental role in mitigating risks and crafting healthier environments for our future generations.

Accelerated Pathway to a Master’s Degree with the 4+1 Option

We offer an accelerated 4+1 program option leading to the Master of Public Health (MPH), making the transition to advanced learning seamless for our students. Eligible students can begin their master’s coursework while completing the bachelor’s degree, reducing the overall time and cost spent on graduate studies. Engage with a multidimensional program that promises growth in a variety of public health sectors. Whether it’s educating communities on health behaviors, safeguarding environmental health, or taking an express route to master’s level study – the Bachelor of Science in Public Health at YSU paves the way for a rewarding, impactful career. Transform lives and craft healthier communities with us at Youngstown State University.

Job Outlook

Whether in the academic, public, private, or the nonprofit sectors, our graduates find themselves well-equipped to make significant contributions in numerous roles. Certified Health Education Specialists can expect to find opportunities in community health organizations, government, and healthcare facilities. Sanitarians commonly work in government agencies, conducting crucial health inspections to promote public health. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of health educators is projected to grow 11% from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations—solidifying the demand for these specialized skills.

Your Journey Starts at Youngstown State University

Accelerate your goals with our online Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Public Health. Leader in affordability and employed quality, Youngstown State University invites you to broaden your reach in public health, shaping healthier communities. Contact us today. Your journey towards a rewarding public health career starts here.