Are you interested in public health? Would you like a career that serves your community, eliminates health disparities, creates social change, and empowers people to share their voices?
The public health program equips students with the knowledge and skills to promote health and prevent disease in local communities. Covering topics such as epidemiology, health education, environmental health, and public health policy, students learn how to address health disparities and improve population health. Get prepared for transfer to four-year institutions or careers in health education, community health work, and public health advocacy.
Career Opportunities
The public health program will prepare you for work in a variety of occupations and career paths, including:
With additional education:
- Community Health Workers
- Epidemiologist/ Infectious Disease Specialist
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Public Health Nursing
- Medical and Healthcare Services Manager
- Corporate Wellness/ Health Promotion Programmer
- School Health Coordinator
- Homeless Program Coordinator
- Home Healthcare Service Provider
Degrees
Change your life with a public health degree. Our program gives you options to explore.
If you’re a student looking to transfer as a public health major, I feel confident that the public health program at DVC has the classes and professors that will perfectly prepare you for the next step of your journey.
Lawrence Riel, Graduate
About degrees and certificates
Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.
Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.
Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.