Newswise — University of the Sciences in Philadelphia (USP) has announced a new Master of Public Health (MPH) program with a health policy concentration. The degree will prepare professionals to develop effective policy solutions to public health problems, and to understand the legislative and regulatory frameworks.
"USP is extending its experience and leadership in health policy to the field of public health," said Dr. Robert I. Field, acting chair for the Department of Health Policy and Public Health. "Students will have outstanding educational opportunities in one of the most dynamic aspects of American health care. Our graduates will be positioned to work with corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations on cutting-edge issues such as pandemic preparedness, immunization policy, and genomic pharmaceuticals."
As public health issues grow increasingly complex and challenging, the demand for skilled public health professionals has taken on a greater urgency. These professionals require a broad-based, interdisciplinary program designed to equip them with the skills necessary to become leaders in their field.
"Our program comes at the most critical time as the world approaches significant public health issues," said Dr. Richard G. Stefanacci, interim program director. "USP MPH graduates will be well positioned to lead just as our graduates have lead in pharmaceuticals. Now, as we enter the 21st century, USP is positioned to produce the same leadership for the world's public health needs."
The MPH program prepares professionals to develop effective policy solutions to public health problems and to bridge health disparities in varied communities. Students will take part in service learning in local and national health associations, corporations and organizations. The degree track requires a total of 44 credits, including didactic coursework, field experience and a capstone project.
The MPH program empowers students to realize their full potential by providing a solid foundation in courses including: "¢ Health services administration"¢ Social and behavioral sciences "¢ Epidemiology"¢ Environmental health"¢ Ethics"¢ Biostatistics"¢ Health economics "¢ Law and regulation"¢ Public health infrastructure.
The MPH program enables nurses, physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and attorneys to enhance their careers or shift into a new one. USP understands the demanding schedules of working professionals and has structured its program to be flexible and accommodating. Students can attend class part-time in the evening. The university offers a personally focused education with small class sizes and rich learning experiences. Renowned professors and public health professionals from both public and private sectors offer insight and prepare students to do more, to be more and to make a difference. Major health care firms, government agencies and other corporations consistently recruit USP graduates to meet the growing demands of an aging population and the ever-changing face of disease and illness.
For more information on USP's Master of Public Health program, visit http://www.usip.edu/graduate.
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is a private, coeducational institution founded in 1821 as Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, the first college of pharmacy in North America. Comprising four colleges across a broad range of majors, USP specializes in educating students for rewarding careers through its undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs in the health and related sciences.
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