Did you begin your bachelor’s degree but weren’t able to finish your program? Or do you have an associate’s degree, but would like to further your education? If so, now is your chance to leverage your existing college credits to obtain your bachelor’s degree in public health.
The Bachelor of Arts Degree Completion in Public Health at Regis allows you to make a difference in your community by preventing disease and improving health and wellness. Students study epidemiology, public policy, global health, environmental health, and more.
Career Outcomes for Public Health
Public health professionals implement health education programs, regulate health systems, identify and monitor diseases, as well as conduct research and develop public policy. Public health graduates from Regis College find careers in government, non-profit agencies, schools, and research centers.
Some specific roles for public health graduates include:
- Healthcare Administrator
- Health Educator
- Community Service Manager
- Epidemiologist
- Public Health Project Manager
- Public Health Specialist
- Research Analyst
Field Experience Opportunities
Each student works with a faculty supervisor from Regis to identify sites, design objectives, learning activities, and evaluation methods for the field experience. Placement sites include major hospitals, health departments, community agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare organizations/programs, foundations, public health associations, and corporations. This allows you to earn field experience in your area of interest while obtaining your degree. Students with community health worker certification can place out of one internship, and only need to complete 120 hours.
120
Credit Hours of Hands-on Field Experience (minimum)
Curriculum and Requirements
Make Finishing Your Degree More Affordable
If you’ve been thinking about completing your bachelor’s degree, the Regis Hannah Bradley Scholarship could make it more affordable. This scholarship is designed specifically for students like you — motivated to finish their bachelor's degree and ready to take the next step. Connect with an admissions advisor and see if you qualify.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Public Health Degree Completion Program
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What is the difference between the BA in Public Health and the BS in Health Sciences?
Regis offers both a BA in Public Health and BS in Health Sciences. Both are degree completion programs focused on health and well-being, but they lead to different career outcomes.
The BA in Public Health is ideal for students who want to improve the health of their community as a whole. These students will study things like epidemiology, public health policy, and global health.
On the other hand, the BS in Health Sciences is meant for students who want to focus on an allied health field such as respiratory care or paramedic technology.
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What are the prerequisite requirements for the BA in Public Health Degree Completion program?
Students must complete 39 college credits before being admitted to the program. The specific prerequisite courses required can be found here. Students who already possess an associate’s degree will likely have already met the majority of these requirements.
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Is financial assistance available for degree completion programs?
Students enrolled in bachelor’s degree completion programs at Regis who are taking six credits are eligible to apply for financial aid or establish a convenient payment plan. Veteran Student Benefits are also available to veterans and military-connected learners.
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