Program Overview

The Master of Public Health (MPH) program is designed to create leaders in areas that are vital to local, national, and international public health concerns. The curriculum for the Master of Public Health degree program comprises of core competencies, specialized courses, electives, and a practical experience in the field of Public Health. This curriculum covers a wide range of topics to assist students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and capacities as public health leaders.

The University Based Mission Outcomes of Aspen University’s education programs are to prepare students who emulate the following characteristics and behaviors:

Ethical Professionalism

Exhibits self-directed learning and professional behavior that adheres to the standards of the discipline
Behaves in ways that are founded in socially responsible, ethical framework

Effective Communication for Creating Change

Uses reading, writing, listening and speaking as communication tools to effectively express and comprehend ideas
Implements effective communication to function successfully in multiple roles while collaborating on teams
Demonstrates cultural competence when interacting with diverse populations through multiple modes of communication

Active Leadership

Exhibits a self-awareness of leadership style and personal values
Recognizes and articulates leadership theory in real-life contexts
Participates in the profession at different levels

Critical Thinking and Analytical Reasoning

Demonstrates logical reasoning by using evidence-based paradigms that are anchored in solid research and reliable, valid data
Analyzes and evaluates multiple sources of information to draw conclusions and generate plans for solving complex problems

Technological Literacy

Leverages technology to achieve goals and produce high-value work products
Accesses and uses information ethically and legally
Employs technology for effective online collaboration

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