The Ph.D. in Health Education and Promotion emphasizes the interaction among the theoretical, empirical, and applied nature of health education. Although the program is designed for persons whose primary identity is that of a health educator, applicants are drawn from a variety of fields including health education, nursing, nutrition, the medical technologies, and social sciences.
The program is particularly appropriate for persons seeking employment in higher education and for persons seeking career advancement with in the broad scope of health education. Curricula are tailored to meet student needs while ensuring some common coursework across the program.
The Ph.D. program in Health Education reviews applicants for admission on a scheduled basis two times a year and accepts part-time as well as full-time students. Graduate assistantships are available for qualified students. These positions receive a full tuition waiver for fall and spring semesters and monthly stipend.
