A Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) with a concentration in Behavioral, Social, and Community Health allows you to learn about the determinants of health and how to design, implement, and evaluate effective health behavior change interventions in the community. Learn how to address health issues such as childhood obesity and the spread of sexually transmitted infections, as well as the social, behavioral, and cultural factors that contribute to them.
In this two-year* program, you will:
- Study the theories and conceptual frameworks of public health, intervention design, health program evaluation, and resource management;
- Collaborate with faculty on service, teaching, and research projects, including health and wellness initiatives and community health studies across Indiana counties;
- Apply your knowledge in a professional field setting during your final semester for hands-on career experience; and
- Prepare to pursue a variety career paths such as health education specialist, clinical research coordinator, nonprofit executive director, or behavioral scientist.
IU SPH-B is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), so you can pursue a top-quality graduate education that meets your career goals.
*Program can be completed in two years if attending full time.