PhD Degrees in Health Education


Walden University


Ph.D. in Health Services - Health Promotion and Education

The Health Promotion and Education Specialization serves students interested in providing leadership in health promotion and education in settings such as:

  • Communities
  • Schools
  • Work sites
  • Clinics
  • Government agencies
  • Not-for-profit organizations

The specialization prepares students to provide leadership in the planning and administration of health promotion and education programs, and leadership in conducting evaluative research on the effectiveness of those programs. The specialization combines KAM-based learning and electronically delivered, course-based learning in the foundational social and behavioral sciences, and electronically delivered, course-based learning in the advanced specialization courses. Both approaches together provide a comprehensive range of health promotion competencies.


Ph.D. in Public Health - Community Health Education and Promotion

By combining research skills with a deep understanding of the medical, social, ethical and economic factors that affect a community’s well-being, you’ll be able to develop effective solutions to significant public health problems. With a theory-to-application model and a diverse network of experienced faculty and students, this program will prepare you to influence social policy and empower citizens in our global community.Please note: Students may be admitted with a bachelor’s degree and will earn an M.S. in Public Health as part of the program of study.

A.T. Still University


Doctor of Health Education

A.T. Still University, School of Health Management offers a Doctor of Health Education degree that prepares the student to become a practitioner and leader in health profession education. This online program is designed to meet the needs of the busy professional. The D.H.Ed is a 12 to 18 course program depending on your educational background. The applied dissertation is included in the required courses. This program is designed to challenge students to examine the current state of healthcare education and their individual roles and responsibilities within it. Graduates will be recognized as innovative leaders in educating their patients, students, peers, as well as achieving excellence in policy development, program design, management, implementation, and evaluation of local issues.

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