Public Health University of Lethbridge

Overview

Through course work and hands-on experience, the Public Health program at University of Lethbridge will provide you with the skills and tools needed to prevent disease/injury and to promote, and protect the health and well-being of Canadians and populations across the globe.

Combined Degrees Programs

University of Lethbridge has many combined degrees programs that allow our students to graduate with two degrees in two complementary areas of study.

The Public Health program offered by University of Lethbridge is designed to provide you with the skills and training needed to excel in the many public health positions that require expertise in management, human resources and labour relations.

Experiential Learning

You may choose to complete a practicum placement, co-operative education studies, applied studies and independent studies to gain experience in public health practice, or an undergraduate (honours) thesis to gain research experience. Local, national and international placement opportunities are available, and you will have the opportunity to be mentored by those who are working or conducting research in the field of public health.

Many of our graduates have found immediate success in the job market because of the practical, hands-on public health experience they have gained in our program.

Possible careers

• Health promotion specialist
• Clinical research associate
• Community connections coordinator
• Community education specialist
• Data management coordinator – research projects
• Nutrition coach
• Policy analyst (Alberta Health)
• Program analyst (Ministry of Health)
• Program consultant (Alberta Health)
• Public health privacy officer
• Public health promoter/coordinator
• Public programs & services coordinator