Health Education MS

Overview

The MS in health education at Saint Joseph's University will prepare you to understand the value of diversity in society and to embrace a cross-cultural approach as you assist individuals in making positive health-related social and behavioral changes.

What is a Health Education MS?

The multidisciplinary curriculum spans community assessment, program planning and implementation, and health services research, among other areas. You’ll conclude your studies with a capstone research project and will be given the opportunity to engage in fieldwork, maximizing your practical experience.

The Health Education MS is designed to promote professional and personal development by providing graduates with the knowledge and skills to support public health through health education. The curriculum is based on the responsibilities and competencies of Certified Health Education Specialists (National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc., 2010). Core courses cover the history and philosophy of medicine and public health, assessing community or individual health needs, planning, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs, and health communications.

What Can You Do with a Health Education MS?

You will be well-equipped to pursue a career as the following:

Public health program manager
Health services administrator
Health services provider
Care coordinator in behavioral health and gerontology

How Will a Health Education MS from Saint Joseph's University Enhance Your Career?

As a student, you will be mentored by expert faculty, many of whom are employed by local healthcare institutions. This allows the faculty to provide invaluable practical insight for the graduate experience.

Course Catalog Information

Program Director

Ajoa Abrokwa

Visiting Instructor

Merion Hall - 372

610-660-2945

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At a Glance

Length	24 months
Start Terms	Fall, Spring, Summer
Format	On-Campus
Credits	33 credits
Full-time	9 credits per semester
Part-time	6 credits or less per semester
Tuition	$960 per credit (2023-2024)
Average Class Size	15 students
Average Work-Experience	The average student in the program has 7 years of work experience. A minimum of 2 years work experience is recommended to apply to the program.
International Student Requirements	Among other requirements, international students must score a minimum of 90 on the TOEFL in order to be admitted.
Jobs in Health Education	Behavior Analysts work in fields such as: GIS mapping and health patterns Epidemiology Curriculum Strategies Health Services Research Applied Behavior Analysis
Graduate assistantships	Graduate assistantships are offered on a limited basis. Please contact the program director for availability.
Discount Eligibility	Alumni of Saint Joseph's are eligible to receive 10% off the cost of this program through our alumni discount. Completed a year or more of service with a recognized service organization? You may be eligible for our mission discount. Check with your employer to see if they are an Edcor or a Bright Horizons EdAssist member, which may entitle you to a discount on graduate programs. *note - discounts cannot be combined.
Veterans	Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

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