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Public health experts inform communities about illnesses, their transmission methods, and prevention strategies. The curriculum focuses on essential topics called Public Health Core Competencies, which equip students for certification as Health Education Specialists (CHES). The program additionally addresses bioterrorism, large-scale emergencies, and disaster response. A worldwide perspective benefits students, as the coursework examines diverse global diseases. Strong foundations in biology and scientific disciplines prove advantageous for this field of study.
Applicants must have graduated from high school or have successfully completed the General Education Development (GED) test to be considered for admission. Freshman applicants applying for admission to Youngstown State University must submit a high school transcript and American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) scores.