Public Health Certificate

Undergraduate and Continuing Education Certificate

The program is intended for students who wish to explore all the facets of public health including determinants of health, disease (outbreaks) and interventions (vaccines and health education).

Program overview

The ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic has presented tremendous challenges and opportunities for improvement and innovation within public health and the practices of public health professionals.

Rider’s Public Health Certificate is designed to provide insight to future professionals interested in creating solutions to the complex issues surrounding human health. This certificate explores the foundations of public health to understand how to keep populations healthier and influence public policy issues that drive access, quality, and delivery of health care through classroom and field based learning experiences.

Admission options

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First-year - How to Apply

Rider is where your future begins. First-year students are defined as recent high school graduates who are attending college for the first time. There are so many opportunities ahead. Take the first step towards your tomorrow at Rider.

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Transfer - How to Apply

No matter where you began your journey, Rider has the resources you need to continue moving forward. At Rider, transfer students are defined as students who are under the age of 25 and have credits from another college or university.

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Continuing Education - How to Apply

Rider offers flexible pathways for adult learners aged 25 or over, including veterans and active duty military personnel, that allow you to earn your bachelor's degree or take courses for personal enrichment. Non-matriculated or visiting students should apply using the Continuing Education application.

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Program requirements

Our curriculum covers a variety of public health topics including determinants of health, disease (outbreaks) and interventions (vaccines and health education). This certificate serves as an excellent supplement to an existing major in health administration, health care policy, health care management or the health sciences. The program is intended for students who wish to explore all the facets of public health.

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