Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) – Environmental Health
Explore How Environmental Factors Impact Human Health and Safety with Liberty’s M.P.H. in Environmental Health
Liberty University’s online Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) in Environmental Health can help equip you to evaluate and respond to dangerous environmental factors that threaten people’s health and safety. By studying everything from water and soil to toxicology and sanitation, you can prepare to implement policies and practical solutions to community-wide health crises.
This program can help prepare you to work in a variety of health-related settings – from state health departments and federal health agencies to nonprofits and universities. Whether you want to teach at a university, conduct research, create new health policies, work in a laboratory, or pursue a community-facing public health role, our M.P.H. in Environmental Health degree can help you get the training you need.
As a Liberty student, you’ll benefit from our online courses, programmatic accreditation through CEPH (Council on Education for Public Health), and opportunities for hands-on training. You’ll complete a mix of online coursework and on-the-job experience through a practicum – giving you the opportunity to hone your skill set and prepare for exciting new opportunities.
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s M.P.H. in Environmental Health Degree Program?
- An overview of the agencies that administer various health and environmental programs to prevent or control hazards in communities
- Environmental hygiene and health problems related to water supply and sanitation
- General principles and practices of environmental health risk assessment
Our M.P.H. in Environmental Health includes several foundational public health courses. You’ll study topics such as biostatistics, epidemiology, and public health administration. Within the environmental health specialization, you’ll explore how environmental factors can impact the health of entire communities. In particular, you’ll look at environmental toxins, legal and regulatory frameworks, tools for addressing water and sanitation issues in global settings, and more. To round out your degree, you’ll complete a practicum at an approved site near you and take 2 health elective courses of your choosing.
Potential Careers for M.P.H. in Environmental Health Graduates
Potential Careers:
- Air quality technician
- Environmental health inspector
- Groundwater protection specialist
- Toxicology researcher
Potential Industries/Job Settings:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Disease control
- Federal environmental health agencies
- Food and restaurant quality control and inspections
- Nonprofits
- Public utilities
- Sanitation services
- State health departments
- Universities
- World Health Organization (WHO)
Benefits of Pursuing Your Master of Public Health in Environmental Health with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete this M.P.H. in Environmental Health program in as little as 2 years!
- Liberty University’s public health degrees are accredited by CEPH, the Council on Education for Public Health.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Oct 21, 2024
Accreditation
CEPH
