Public Health Degree

The public health program at Langston University prepares students for careers as a public health program manager, educator, nutritionist, epidemiologist, biostatistician, environmental health scientist, and more. The program focuses on planning, managing, and evaluating public health care services, as well as functioning as public health officer. Program courses include: epidemiology, biostatistics, public health principles, preventative medicine, health policy and regulations, health care service, public health law enforcement, health economics and budgeting, and professional standards and ethics. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer public health degrees.

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Langston University

3701 S. I-35 Frontage Road, Moore, OK

Langston University is a public historically black institution located in Langston, OK. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Oklahoma. Enrollment at Langston University exceeds 2,800 per year.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Education
• Security And Protective Services

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and personal statements may be needed for certain programs. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at Langston University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $4,400 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $11,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is around $6,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Langston University Lions participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include the following:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Softball (NAIA Division I)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.lunet.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical and Health Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical and health services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $88730

Health Educators

Description

Provide and manage health education programs that help individuals, families, and their communities maximize and maintain healthy lifestyles. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments. May serve as a resource to assist individuals, other healthcare workers, or the community, and may administer fiscal resources for health education programs.

Community Health Workers

Description

Assist individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Conduct outreach for medical personnel or health organizations to implement programs in the community that promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health. May provide information on available resources, provide social support and informal counseling, advocate for individuals and community health needs, and provide services such as first aid and blood pressure screening. May collect data to help identify community health needs.

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).