Ed.D. in Public Health Education
Earn your doctoral degree in three years or less!
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TOTAL COST
$24,810*
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NEXT START DATE
Jun 09, 2025
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COMPLETION TIME
36 Months†
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AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
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SEMESTER CREDITS
64
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The Doctorate in Public Health Education is designed for healthcare professionals and educators who are dedicated to health promotion and disease prevention through evidence-based interventions that improve the health of all populations around the world. Students in the program will develop the competencies necessary to address public health issues in local, national and international communities. The dynamic connection between research, theory and practice prepares graduates to be leaders and experts in public health education through research-intensive coursework and a dissertation.
Why ACE?
Low-Cost, High Quality
You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master’s degrees at a total average cost of $10,000. We also award over $1.2M in scholarships and grants each year.
Quality You Expect
We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 85% graduation rate.¹ Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.
Flexibility You Need
Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.
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Tuition
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Total Cost Ed.D. in Public Health Education |
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Total Tuition 64 semester credits x $306 per credit |
$19,584 |
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Fees $100 Application Fee$150 Conferral Fee $1200 Dissertation Fee (6 Courses X $200 per Course) $3776 Technology and Library Fee (64 Semester Credits X $59 per Credit) |
$5,226 |
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Total Program Cost |
$24,810* |
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Program Details
Focus of Study
Curriculum and Instruction
General Track
Higher Education
Instructional Technology
Leadership
Public and Nonprofit Leadership
The Doctorate in Public Health Education (Ed.D.) is designed to prepare healthcare professionals and educators with the competencies necessary to address the public health issues of local, national, and international communities from a health education perspective. The dynamic connection between research, theory, and practice prepares graduates to be leaders and experts in public health education through research intensive coursework and dissertation.
Program Outcomes
- Create innovative programs using relevant technology and data that address public health across communities. (AO4)
- Contribute to innovative solutions for complex public health concerns with actions based on theory, standards, and frameworks. (AO1)
- Develop policies and programs promoting positive social change in the health of individuals and communities using evidence-based research. (AO3)
- Collaborate with stakeholders within communities to advocate, educate, and improve the health of individuals and communities. (AO2)
- Demonstrate best practices in leadership and serve as an expert resource in public health education. (AO5)
- Demonstrate evidence-based decision-making, integrating principles of cultural competence, leadership, and ethics to address public health concerns and education in local, national, and global communities. (AO3)
- Demonstrate growth as a professional and leader in public health education by applying evidence-based strategies, promoting community health initiatives, and fostering innovative approaches to health education and policy. (AO5)
- Apply, analyze, and promote best practices in leadership. (AO5)
- Demonstrate competence in the application of multiple research methods. (AO1)
Start Dates
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.
June 09, 2025 Term
Jun 06, 2025
Payment Due
Jun 06, 2025
Application Due
Jun 09, 2025
Term Start
Jun 13, 2025
Unregister/Cancel Deadline
Jul 27, 2025
Term End
July 07, 2025 Term
August 18, 2025 Term
September 08, 2025 Term
September 29, 2025 Term
November 10, 2025 Term
January 12, 2026 Term
February 23, 2026 Term
April 13, 2026 Term
Courses
Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.
LEAD6001 |
Introduction to Advanced Studies |
1 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6413 |
Fundamentals in Health Education |
3 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6433 |
Foundational Leadership in Health Education |
3 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6403 |
Theories and Principles of Behavior Change in Health Education |
3 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6443 |
Systems, Policy, and Leadership in Health Informatics |
3 Semester Credits |
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LEAD6011 |
Leadership as a Reflective Practice |
1 Semester Credits |
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LEAD6021 |
Leadership Seminar |
1 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6473 |
Finance and Fiscal Management in Public Health |
3 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6483 |
Principles of Public Health and Epidemiology |
3 Semester Credits |
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HLTH6493 |
Community Health Analysis |
3 Semester Credits |
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