Details: Foundational Public Health Practice, Undergraduate Certificate

Undergraduate CertificateFoundational Public Health Practice

An undergraduate certificate in foundational public health practice (UGC-FPHP) from Wichita State University strengthens your understanding of essential public health principles, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in health care and community settings. All courses transfer into either the Bachelor of Science (BS) in health science or health management, supporting career growth and providing a seamless path to further education without repeating coursework.

Learn how foundational public health practice is the right fit for you.

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Curriculum

The certificate program can be completed entirely online within one academic year. Students can start the program in the Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters. This certificate can be pursued concurrently with degree programs such as anthropology, biology, business management, general business, pre-med, social work, and clinical disciplines in the College of Health Professions and WSU Tech. 

Credits earned as part of this certificate can also be applied to the Bachelor of Science (BS) in health management - public health concentration. 

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How to enroll

To add this certificate to your plan of study:

  • Log into the myWSU portal, find the Student Tools box (center of the page) and click on "Change my Major/Minor."
  • Click continue (this will show your current major and minor).
  • Click continue, then click "Add a certificate" and choose your certificate program. Click continue and submit request.
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