Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Public Health] From Mercer University

Students will also gain understanding of legal, ethical, economic, and regulatory dimensions of health care and public health policy.? The public health major will graduate with a Council on Education for Public Health (CePH) accredited degree that may be used to seek entry-level employment in public health, to further education at the graduate level, to seek public health related certifications, or to continue education in the health sciences.

Outreach and Engaged Learning

Public health majors complete 30 community service hours related to public health.? Students may select between an internship or research project as their capstone experience.? Students who select an internship in a public health setting under the supervision of a public health professional and the internship director.? Students who elect to complete a research project will do so under the supervision of public health faculty and its partners.? A portfolio demonstrating competency for entry-level employment is also required for completion of the capstone experience.