Public Health at Chicago State University

Graduates of the public health program are educated to enter the job market as health educators, fitness consultants, health administrators, project managers, consumer information directors, and community outreach coordinators that are trained to promote healthy lifestyles through behavior modification, physical activity, and proper nutrition to prevent chronic and infectious diseases such as, obesity, high blood pressure, cancer, HIV, or heart disease.  Our graduates are also able to serve as violence, substance abuse, and access to health care. As well, the BSPH also offer a strong base for those wishing to pursue graduate work in public health. Our faculty provides students with quality learning experiences, professional preparation and promotion of excellence in learning, application of cutting-edge technology in teaching, scholarship, integrated learning experiences, and community service.