The Maternal and Child Health Program (http://www.epi.umn.edu/mch) at the University of Minnesota's School of Public Health is offering a distance learning Maters of Public Health to MCH professionals.
Who should apply: The program is designed for working professionals whose goal is to advance to leadership roles in Maternal and Child Health:
- Individuals with an advanced degree (e.g., MD, MSW, MSN, MS, PhD, DrPH) and five or more years of work experience in MCH OR
- Individuals without an advanced degree who have 8-10 years of work experience in MCH.
Program delivery: The program focuses on the principles of social justice and concern for vulnerable populations. Graduates of the 42-credit program will develop expertise in evidence-based advocacy, rigorous public heath assessment, accessible and appropriate health education, and effective and innovative programs that promote the health and well-being of infants, children, youth, families, and women. Training will be delivered through a combination of online courses and short intensive courses at the Twin Cities campus.
Tuition: Irrespective of residency, all students will be charged in-state tuition.
For more information: Go to http://www.sph.umn.edu/mchonline.html.