Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Public Health

Kent State University

The Ph.D. degree in Public Health bridges public safety and health career pathways to address a nationwide shortage of public health workers.Program Learning OutcomesGraduates of this program will be able to: Explain public health history, philosophy and values Identify the core functions of public health and the 10 Essential Services16 Explain the role of quantitative and qualitative methods and sciences in describing and assessing a population’s health List major causes and trends of morbidity and mortality in the US or other community relevant to the school or program Discuss the science of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention in population health, including health promotion, screening, etc. Explain the critical importance of evidence in advancing public health knowledge Explain effects of environmental factors on a population’s health Explain biological and genetic factors that affect a population’s health Explain behavioral and psychological factors that affect a population’s health

College of Public Health