The health care field is constantly changing, and Purdue Global continues to offer programs designed to meet the evolving needs of the industry. We want our students to be prepared for the challenges of this rewarding field the day they graduate and throughout their careers. With the focus of America’s health care system shifting to the prevention of illness and injury and the promotion of healthier lifestyles, a master’s degree in health education from Purdue Global can empower you to help others stay well and live healthier lives.
The responsibilities of a health educator include helping solve community health issues by designing and implementing educational programs that promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors. Health educators collect and analyze data to identify community needs, as well as plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate health education programs that focus on individual and social health issues such as teen pregnancy, HIV prevention, and controlling the spread of infectious diseases. This may include grant writing, resource evaluations, referrals, social marketing and media, community organizing, developing training methods and materials, and publishing.
Prior to graduation, you will complete an onsite fieldwork experience to help you gain valuable on-the-job experience. You will work closely with a site preceptor, faculty advisor, and supportive staff every step of the way.
Students enrolled in our health education degree program will study how to design, implement, and evaluate health programs. This Purdue Global master’s degree could prepare you to seek leadership and management positions in governmental, nonprofit, and private organizations. Our program is designed to help you:
Purdue University Global is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and committed to the highest standards. Our specific programs hold additional industry-relevant approvals and accreditations.
With a Master of Science in Health Education from Purdue Global, you could pursue a wide range of leadership and management positions in governmental, nonprofit, corporate, and academic settings.* Typical responsibilities of a health educator may include:
You may also have built a solid foundation for the further pursuit of academic degrees.†
Request InfoPurdue Global offers multiple start dates, giving you greater flexibility with your education, life, and work schedules.
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December 05, 2018Courses in the Master of Science in Health Education are designed to provide you with content knowledge and skills in the broad areas of public health education and community health. Courses include:
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Indiana resident military veterans: tuition for online undergraduate degree and certificate programs is $220.00 per quarter credit hour.
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Whether you are on your way up the corporate ladder or just getting started, our degree programs and certificates could help you prepare to take your career to a higher level.
*Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions.
†While many of Purdue Global's degree programs are designed to prepare graduates to pursue continued graduate- or doctorate-level education, the University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any graduate or doctoral programs.
‡Purdue University acquired Kaplan University in March 2018 and created Purdue University Global, which is following the same curriculum format and instructional delivery methods as developed and used by Kaplan University. These disclosures are based on Kaplan University data reported prior to the acquisition.
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