Explore the dynamic world of public health through our comprehensive public health program, where you’ll gain the skills to address community health challenges.
A Bachelor of Science in Public Health (B.S.P.H.) teaches you to develop an understanding of public health and wellness, analyze environmental and occupational influences on community health, and evaluate contributions of physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual health within the context of economic and epidemiological data. Take your passion and skill to the next level by joining the latest class of world changers with MC.
Public Health at MC isn’t just a field—it’s a journey that empowers you to maximize health benefits for communities, all while embracing Christian values. You’ll collaborate with experts from various backgrounds, setting the stage for future graduate opportunities. Plus, with today’s healthcare evolving rapidly, baccalaureate grads like you are poised for a world of new opportunities, especially post-COVID-19. Public health isn’t just about health—it’s about making a real impact on entire populations’ well-being from the ground up. Join us and be part of something bigger!
At the MC School of Nursing, our mission is all about preparing you to care for diverse populations with Christian compassion, sharp clinical skills, and safe, client-centered care. And in our Public Health program, this mission comes to life as we dive into the exciting world of population health.
| MC Core Courses | Hrs. | B.S.PH Core Pre-Req. Courses | Hrs. |
| English Composition | 6 | Healthcare in the USA | 3 |
| English Literature | 3 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| Prof. Communication Skills | 3 | Communication Research | 3 |
| History | 6 | Research in Health Care Practice | 2* |
| Old Testament | 3 | Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| New Testament | 3 | Nutrition | 3 |
| Physical Education | 2 | Health Policy and Finance | 1 |
| Fine Arts | 3 | Transition to Health Care Prof. | 3 |
| College Algebra | 3 | ||
| Sociololgy | 3 | ||
| Psychology, Intro | 3 | ||
| One 4-hour lab science course | 4 | ||
| Total | 42 | Total |
19(21*) |
Students are able to choose a minor or concentration area by allowing them to take general electives (Review minor requirements in each department for more information). *Required major course.
General Education Selections (9 cr) General education choices may be taken anytime and during the summer.
| Fall | Hrs. | Spring | Hrs. |
| English Composition (ENG 101) | 3 | English Composition (ENG 102) | 3 |
| History (HIS 101 or 211) | 3 | History (HIS 102 or 212) | 3 |
| College Algebra (MAT 111) | 3 | Sociology (SOC 205 or MLG 205) | 3 |
| Bible (BIB 110 - Old Testament) | 3 | Bible (BIB 120 - New Testament) | 3 |
| Psychology-Intro (PSY 201) | 3 | Fine Arts (ART, MUS, or THE 125) | 3 |
| Total | 15 | Total | 15 |
General Education Selections (9 cr) General education choices may be taken anytime and during the summer.
| Fall | Hrs. | Spring | Hrs. |
| Prof Communication Skills (COM 203) | 3 | Nutrition (KIN 211) | 3 |
| Literature (ENG 211, 212, or 213) | 3 | Science with Lab | 4 |
| Physical Education | 2 | Transition to Health Care Practice (ALH 233) | 3 |
| Biostatistics (MAT 208) | 3 | Research in Health Care Practice (ALH 407) | 2* |
| Developmental Psychology (PSY 314) | 3 | Health Care in the USA (ALH 399) | 3 |
| Communication Research (COM 102) | 3 | Health Policy and Finance (ALH 396) | 1 |
| Total | 17 | Total | 16 |
Any other prerequisites not completed must also be taken prior to BSPH Major Courses
(*ALH 407 is a BSPH major course requirement).
30 Hours Minimum of BSPH Core Electives
General Education Selections (9 cr) General education choices may be taken anytime and during the summer.
| Fall | Hrs. | Spring | Hrs. |
| Computer Science (CSC 114) | 3 | Social Science Research Methods (SOC 312) | 3 |
| Evangelism in Missions (MIN 305) | 3 | Independent Reading and Research (HIS 390) | 3 |
| Public Speaking (COM 304) | 3 | Other MC research methods course | 3 |
| Required Total | 6 | Required Total | 3 |
| Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO 231) | 3 | Educational Psychology (EDU 304) | 3 |
| Economic Principles 2 (ECO 232) | 3 | Intro. to Instructional Tech. (EDU 317) | 3 |
| Required Total | 3 | Health Care Terminology (ALH 483) | 3 |
| Business Skills for Life (GBU 151) | 3 | Required Total | 3 |
| American Nat. Government (PLS 201) | 3 | Comparative Governments (PLS 320) | 3 |
| Required Total | 3 | International Relations (PLS 419) | 3 |
| Evang & Cross-Cultur. Witness (MSS 302) | 3 | Politics of Devel. Nations (PLS 422) | 3 |
| Transcult. Patterns of Health (ALH 305) | 1 | Contemporary Philosophy (PHI 416) | 3 |
| Therapeutic Communication (ALH 375) | 2 | World Religions (PHI 419) | 3 |
| Required Total | 3 | History of Modern Art (ART 406) | 3 |
| Required Total | 6 | ||
| Total | 15 | Total | 12 |
General Education Selections (9 cr) General education choices may be taken anytime and during the summer.
| Fall | Hrs. | Spring | Hrs. |
| Health Care Informatics (ALH 404) | 2 | Epidemiology (BIO 428) | 3 |
| Hlth Prom/Ed In Contemp.Soc.(ALH 403) | 3 | Mental Health First Aid (ALH 405) | 3 |
| Applied Public Health (ALH 301) | 3 | Disaster Preparedness (ALH 408) | 3 |
| Analyzing Health Disparity Data (ALH 304) | 2 | Emerging Issues in Global Health (ALH 302) | 3 |
| Intro. Environ. & Occ. Health (ALH 401) | 3 | Public Health Capstone (ALH 409) | 3 |
| One 3-credit course from: Prof. Role re Theory (ALH 450) Prof. Role and Legislation (ALH 455) Prof. Role and Manage. (ALH 457) Health Care History (ALH 475) |
3 | ||
| Total | 17 | Total | 15 |
| Total # of hours to graduate | 130 |
This class covers the study of patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in populations. You’ll learn about research methods, data analysis, disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, and strategies for disease prevention and control.
You would learn how to assess risks, develop emergency plans, coordinate responses, and aid in recovery efforts during various emergencies and disasters. Topics include identifying hazards, creating response protocols, managing resources, and promoting community resilience.
In this class, you’ll learn statistical methods used in public health research and practice. Topics may include data collection, analysis, interpretation, probability theory, hypothesis testing, and the application of statistical techniques to public health data.
Explore some of the many doors that open:
You study patterns and causes of diseases and injuries in populations. You collect and analyze data, investigate outbreaks, and develop strategies to prevent and control diseases. You can work in government agencies, research institutions, healthcare organizations, or non-profit organizations.
You promote wellness and disease prevention by developing and implementing educational programs and materials. You conduct workshops, create campaigns, and work with communities to address health concerns and promote healthy behaviors.
You research and analyze healthcare policies and regulations. You assess the impact of policies on public health, advocate for changes, and work with policymakers to develop and implement effective health policies.
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