Education and Training

Education and training
Schools of public health offer a variety of degrees which generally fall into two categories: professional or academic.
Professional degrees are oriented towards practice in public health settings. The Master of Public Health (MPH), Doctor of Public Health (DrPH), Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) and Professional Further Education in Clinical Pharmacy and Public Health are examples of degrees which are geared towards people who want careers as practitioners of public health in health departments, managed care organizations, community-based organizations, hospitals, consulting firms, international agencies, state and federal agencies, among others.
Academic degrees are more oriented toward students wishing to seek a career in teaching at a college or university or conducting research at a university or other settings. Examples of academic degrees are the Master of Science (MS), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), and Doctor of Science (ScD).
Pathways to Public Health[8] is a way for youth to learn more about public health education and public health careers. In addition to providing information for high school and undergraduate students, Pathways to Public Health also provides information for guidance counselors and teachers to connect their students with the exciting opportunities in public health.
The Association of Schools of Public Health[9] represents CEPH-accredited schools of public health in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. ASPH-member schools prepare people to become public health professionals. In addition to representing its member schools, ASPH provides: education and training for students and graduates of its member schools, a job search website, funding opportunities, awards, an honorary society for graduate studies in public health,[10] and publications.[11]
Distance learning has increasingly become an attractive option for working professionals or people whose other life commitments prevent them from traveling to a physical location for classes. ASPH lists distance-learning programs from its member schools.