The curriculum of Community Health program from State University of New York Potsdam fosters development of core public health competencies, training students to plan, implement, and evaluate both urban and rural health initiatives. Through coursework, research, and community engagement, students will acquire the practical skills necessary to respond to public health needs in both rural and urban settings.

What you'll gain

• Ability to evaluate and design programs
• Needs Assessment skills
• Strategic planning skills
• Grant writing experience
• Hands on, practical experience through internships and projects
• A network of public health professionals, and the confidence and tools needed to contribute to the field immediately upon graduation

Unique Program Features

• Late afternoon and early evening classes
• Full-time and two part-time program options
• Average class size of 8-12 students
• Mix of traditional students and working professionals
• Full year internship and a professional project designed to put knowledge to work (Past internships have been with organizations such as the Essex and Franklin county public health departments, the Seaway Valley Prevention Council, and many other places throughout the state and country.)

Employment Opportunities

There is a wide variety of careers you can explore with a Master's in Community Health. Examples of positions students have obtained are:

• Director of Public Health/Community Health Agency
• Grant Writer at Public Health/Community Health Agency
• Health Educators
• Medical and Health Service Managers
• Biostatistician
• Epidemiologist
• Behavioral Scientist
• Teaching Community/Public Health