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12
Total Courses
$420
Cost per Credit
1.5 years
Average Completion*
15 Hours/Week
Course Effort

Master’s in Health Education and Promotion Overview

Come back and move your health education career forward. Earn a master’s degree and become a leader who can empower others to lead healthier lives.

  • Meet the demand — as the U.S. health care system shifts its focus to the prevention of illness and the promotion of healthier lifestyles, the need for health educators is growing.
  • Learn how to design, implement, and evaluate community health programs to improve lives in your community.
  • Receive training in the eight areas of responsibility for health education specialists, as identified by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. (NCHEC).
  • Prepare for professional certification with courses that align with the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) exam.
  • Take on leadership and management positions in governmental, nonprofit, and private organizations.

Gain the Skills That Employers — and Our Communities — Need

Be ready to advance your career in public health, health education, health care administration, or community health education.

  • Identify major issues and trends in health education.
  • Analyze current health education programs and develop and promote new programs.
  • Design and critique research in health education programming.
  • Understand multiculturalism as it relates health education and wellness.
  • Uphold the professional standards outlined in the Health Education Code of Ethics.

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What Does a Health Educator Do?

Health educators solve community health issues by creating educational programs that promote healthy living. Responsibilities may include grant writing, referrals, marketing and social media, advocacy, community organizing, developing training tools, and publishing.

Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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What Courses Will I Take?

Courses in the Master of Science in Health Education and Promotion are designed to provide you with knowledge and skills in the broad areas of public health education and community health.

Sample Courses

  • Health Education Program Planning
  • Social and Behavioral Theory and Frameworks
  • Health Education Evaluation and Research
  • Health Education Leadership and Management
  • Health Education Communication and Advocacy
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Program Requirements

9
Core Courses
3
Elective Courses
12
Total Courses
48
Total Quarter Credits

1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours

Admissions Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required to enroll in a graduate program. You will need to provide an official transcript that shows completion of your bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, though an unofficial copy may be provided during the application process. Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.

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Upcoming Start Dates

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

Ways to Save on Time and Tuition

Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.

Transfer Credits

Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions.

Financial Aid

Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.

Grants and Loans

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Corporate Partner Benefits

Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.

Military Tuition Reduction

Graduate tuition savings for military include a 17–30% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and, 14% per credit for veterans for graduate programs.

Prior Military Experience

Earn credit for your military training. We offer credit for ACE-evaluated training and CLEP and DANTES examinations.

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Career Opportunities

With a Master of Science in Health Education and Promotion from Purdue Global, you could pursue a wide range of leadership and management positions in governmental, nonprofit, corporate, and academic settings.

Average Salary

Range

General labor market and salary data are provided by Lightcast and may not represent the outcomes experienced by Purdue Global graduates in these programs. Purdue Global graduates in these programs may earn salaries substantially different or less than the amounts listed above. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education, and opportunities for employment that are outside of Purdue Global's control.

Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.

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We prepare our students to become the first line of defense in the battle against the health inequities that plague our vulnerable populations. By the time students graduate, they are ready to enter the public health field to lead and become the voice of change.

 

Christopher Gallucci

DHSc, Department Chair

Get to Know Our Faculty

Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.

99%

Faculty members who have advanced degrees

54%

Faculty members who hold a doctorate

484

Faculty publications in 2022–2023

More Than 40,000

Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2022–2023

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, July 2023. 2022–2023 academic year.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*Estimated Graduation Date and Average Completion: Estimated graduation date is based on the assumption that you will enroll in time to begin classes on the next upcoming start date, will remain enrolled for each consecutive term, and will maintain satisfactory academic standing in each term to progress toward completion of your program. Completion time is based on a full-time schedule. Programs will take longer for part-time students to complete.

Employment and Career Advancement: Purdue Global does not guarantee employment or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions.

Job Growth—Health Educators: Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Health Educators and Community Health Workers, www.bls.gov/ooh/Community-and-Social-Service/Health-educators.htm. National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth.