Careers in Public Health

Above average career development. Below average tuition.

Public health offers a vast array of career possibilities in a variety of settings. No matter what path you pursue, your education should provide a great foundation with a strong return on investment. That’s why our online MPH in Public Health Practice program is available at a lower average tuition than comparative degrees.

What types of jobs are available to public health professionals

The University of Nevada, Reno online Master of Public Health in Public Health Practice provides training for a broad range of opportunities, such as the following:

  • Health educator
  • Community health coordinator
  • Public health nurse
  • Public health analyst
  • Nonprofit manager
  • Health administrator
  • Public health specialist
  • Public health advisor
  • Epidemiologist
  • Social and community service manager
  • Medical and health service manager
  • Evaluation consultant

Public health professionals are needed in:

  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Educational institutions
  • Managed care organizations
  • Nonprofits
  • Corporations

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