CGHS’ online Master’s in Public Health with Dental Emphasis degree program prepares students who have an interest in the dental industry for leadership in the field of public health. This program integrates web-based instruction, directed readings, email, and chat room interactions among students and faculty. The School uses mission-driven, context-based curriculum design and assesses student learning through authentic embedded assessments.
Department Mission Statement
The mission of the MPH department is to prepare public health professionals for leadership to advance public health, promote individual and community health and well-being, and to serve under-served populations to decrease health disparities locally, nationally, and globally.
Department Vision
The department will be the preeminent academic preparation for public health professionals. We will provide a contemporary and flexible curriculum that empowers our students to translate knowledge to meet the growing needs of domestic and global health and wellness.
Department Values
Leadership - We value leadership development for our students, faculty, and staff and encourage participation in community and professional service.
Integrity - We value the highest ethical principles of fairness and honesty in all of our interactions.
Scholarship - We value critical thinking and the generation of ideas through innovation and analysis.
Diversity - We value differences among people and their personal and professional perspectives.
Interprofessional education - We value the combined contributions of our educational community and work to achieve an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
Innovation - We value the development of progressive and efficient mechanisms for learning, teaching, and technological delivery.
Length of Program
The Master of Public Health with Dental Emphasis program consists of 15 courses, or 48 credit hours.
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