Overview
About Public Health - Dental Emphasis at A.T. Still University
The program allows for a seamless integration of dental content within its core MPH curriculum. This best-in-class dental public health degree combines the strengths of both our renowned College of Graduate Health Studies and schools of dentistry for unparalleled depth of resources and expertise that streamlines completion and results in a superior education experience.
A Public Health - Dental Emphasis degree at A.T. Still University, College of Graduate Health Studies will prepare students for advanced positions at community health centers, institutes of higher education, non-profit organizations and local, state and national government agencies. This includes dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, or anyone working in the dental industry who is interested in a career in dental public health services and administration.
Career
There are many, diverse career options in both the public and private sectors for graduates who have earned the notable A.T. Still University Public Health Master of Public Health degree with dental emphasis, including:
- Dental director in a community health center
- Dental director for a local or state health department
- Dental hygienist
- Dental manager in a professional dental organization
- Dental personnel in a federal health agency
- Dental faculty in dental or dental hygiene school
Accreditation
- The Master of Public Health – Dental Emphasis program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Financing Dental Care
- Global Health Issues (Elective)
- Environmental Health Sciences
- Behavioral Sciences and Health Education Concepts
- Community-based Programs - Development
- Community-Based Programs - Implementation & Evaluation
- Public Health Practicum
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 571 other Masters in Public Health in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- An accredited degree from a university recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (bachelor’s degree for masters programs and a master’s degree for doctoral programs). Applicants who graduated from a university outside the United States may have to provide a degree equivalency evaluation.*
- Official transcript from the qualifying degree-granting institution. For students using VA benefits transcripts for all institutions attended are required.
- Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) at the qualifying degree institution.
- Some degree programs may require experience or credentialing relevant to the field.
Tuition Fee
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International
11100 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 740 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
11100 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 740 USD per credit during 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.