Master of Public Health
Wingate’s Master of Public Health Program (MPH) prepares you to excel as a public health professional and leader in the field, so that you can make a difference in your community and beyond. Coursework is designed with a focus on flexibility. Our online format includes a mix of self-directed and live classes with self-driven modules. Through an applied practice and integrated learning experience, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with professionals in the field. You’ll learn firsthand how to apply the knowledge of public health principles gleaned from your first-year coursework. You’ll also have opportunities to interact with experienced faculty and community partners.
The MPH program is 42 credit-hours offered fully online, with a focus on health education and promotion. You'll be able to complete the degree in as little as two years. Applied and integrative learning experiences are a key part of the curriculum. You’ll engage with Wingate University community partners including health departments, public schools, non-profit organizations, healthcare institutions and more. Inter-professional experiences will help prepare you to work in settings and sectors such as child welfare, education, healthcare and law enforcement. You will also be eligible to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam upon successful graduation.
Vision
The vision of Wingate University’s Department of Public Health is to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all.
Mission
Our mission is to cultivate skilled and ethical public health professionals committed to achieving health equity and improving health outcomes for ALL populations.
Program Goals
Knowledge
To provide high-quality student-centered education that increases public health knowledge and skills to address population health outcomes and achieve health equity
Service
To provide experiential learning that engages students in public health advocacy, leadership and partnerships to achieve health and well-being of all populations
Scholarship
To contribute to advancing public health knowledge and best practices through student and faculty scholarship
Values
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Student-Centered
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Integrity and Ethical
- Innovation and Academic Excellence
- Professionalism
- Empathy
What does difference-making look like in public health?
One of the fastest-growing careers, public health has become a highly sought degree and specialty. Ranging from data analysis and application to on-the-ground education in communities, a master's degree in public health equips you with the skills and vision to impact communities locally and globally. Start or enhance your career in:
- Health educator
- Public health analyst
- Public health advisor
- Health program coordinator
- Program evaluator
- Research scientist
- Social service
- manager
- Policy analyst
- Data analyst
- Health service directors
Q&A with Dr. Dube
Questions?
Dr. Shanta R. Dube, PhD, MPH
Director of Master of Public Health Program
s.dube@wingate.edu
Dr. Suzie S. Wolf, DHSc, CPH, PA-C
Program Director, Department of Public Health
s.wolf@wingate.edu