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MA Programs in Environmental Health

Education is one of the most reliable financial investments, and many find that it is profitable to continue their studies past the standard bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree program offers a substantial value to graduates in the long run and is the ultimate educational goal for many.

What is an MA in Environmental Health? It is an advanced degree program that requires two additional years of full time study and is suitable for those with previous health care- or biology-related course work. These programs focus on issues relating to public health and strategies that mitigate environmental hazards. Topics of study often include an overview of the common biological, chemical and physical hazards faced by human beings in the modern industrialized world. Routes of exposure and risk assessment are also discussed, and students come to understand the complex political and economic relationships that impact major policy decisions.

Graduates may offer their enhanced critical thinking, reading and writing abilities to potential employers. They are also experienced in working with lab and field equipment and can perform their own independent research. Their mathematics and statistical skills are further developed, and they are able to analyze and make use of available environmental data.

Tuition and other related expenses can vary based on the institution of choice. Those who are interested in learning more about specific costs should contact the admissions departments of universities under consideration.

After completing an environmental health program, these professionals are qualified for leadership roles in health services centers and environmental quality departments. Many become project or program directors. Some work independently as consultants and offer expert opinions that shape the risk assessments that industrial firms rely on. Other career paths include research analysts, staff scientists and industrial hygienists. Those that continue in their studies and achieve doctoral-level degrees may become college professors and lecturers.

Many different educational opportunities exist to meet the specific needs of prospective students. Traditional classroom coursework is popular, but online universities also provide quality programs. International students and busy working professionals benefit the most from distance learning options. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.