Public Health Certificate

Program Code:

PHC

Degree:

Certificate

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
Some classes may be offered at QCC at the Healthcare and Workforce Development Center in downtown Worcester.
Some courses may be completed at QCC Southbridge.
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 90% or more online.

Connections:

Credits from this certificate can be applied to the following associate degree(s):

Healthcare

Healthcare - Public Health Option

Program Contact Email:

publichealth@qcc.mass.edu

Additional Information

Goals

Program Goals:

The Public Health Certificate prepares the student to obtain employment as an entry-level public health worker. Public healthcare workers serve large populations of people and organize their efforts to prevent the spread of diseases through entire communities.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Identify the roles and responsibilities of the public health worker.
Identify the multiple ways public health affects daily living.
Explain relationships between the social and behavioral sciences and public health.
Implement strategies that promote behavior change.
Understand safe practices as it relates to the public health role.
Understand the similarities and differences in public and global health including demographic measures of health status and burden of disease.
Understand the impact of the environment and communicable diseases on the health of populations.
Describe the basis of chronic diseases on morbidity or mortality and approaches to prevention, early detection, and disease management.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: PHC). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in two semesters. Meet with Academic Advisor to discuss associate degree (e.g., Program Code: HCPL); or create an account on the QCC job board to search for internships, co-ops and jobs.
Anatomy & Physiology I	BIO 111	F/S/SU	4	BIO 101 or BIO 107 or HS AP Biology or PNP 240 with a grade of “C” or higher, Coreq: ENG 101
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Survey of Personal Health	PHA 100	F/S	3	Placement into college level English
Introduction to Public Health	PHA 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
		Total	13
Semester 2 Apply to associate degree (e.g., Program Code: HCPL); or if seeking employment, meet with Career Services for career readiness preparation and to learn more about QCC’s job board. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Anatomy & Physiology II	BIO 112	F/S/SU	4	BIO 111
Introduction to the Chemistry of Living Systems	CHM 101	F/S/SU	4	CHM 090 or one year of HS Chemistry, MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Introduction to Global Health	PHA 102	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
Introduction to Psychology	PSY 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
		Total	14
Total Credits Required:			27

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to use skills they already have towards a college degree or certificate. Work, life, volunteer and military experience may be translated into credit, allowing students to take fewer classes and earn their degree faster. CPL eliminates redundancies for students who have already earned credentials or mastered skills required for their program of study. Email experience [at] qcc.mass.edu for more information and eligibility.

CORI, SORI, Fingerprinting & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required in the program, as there is no co-operative experience.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 51.2208.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

Career Exploration:

Students can take an online Career Assessment through Career Coach to determine their strengths, then browse through occupations compatible with their interests and assessment results. To access the online assessment and for more information about particular careers and related academic programs at QCC, visit www.QCC.edu/career-assessment.

The actual median salary and position may vary depending on the employee’s educational level and years of experience

Apply for Admission Request Information

Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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