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Best Public Health Colleges in Alabama

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We have created a 2019 ranking of the best colleges in Alabama that offer Public Health degrees to help you find a school that fits your needs. Each school's ranking is based on the compilation of our data from reliable government sources, student surveys, college graduate interviews, and editorial review. In addition, you can view our entire list of all 3 Public Health schools located within Alabama. We also provide reviews, facts, and questions and answers for schools on our site and offer you access to get valuable information from colleges and universities today.

Best Public Health Colleges in Alabama for 2019

Rank School Name Location Description   Rating
1 University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL

University of Alabama at Birmingham offers 3 Public Health Degree programs. It's a large public university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 135 students graduated in the study area of Public Health with students earning 121 Master's degrees, 7 Bachelor's degrees, and 7 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 20 Reviews
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2 The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama offers 1 Public Health Degree program. It's a large public university in a small city.

Based on 28 Reviews
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3 Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL

Tuskegee University offers 1 Public Health Degree program. It's a medium sized private university in a far away town. In 2015, 16 students graduated in the study area of Public Health with students earning 16 Master's degrees.

Based on 4 Reviews
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School Logo School Name Average tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
University of Alabama at Birmingham University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL
2/5 		8 : 1 18,333
The University of Alabama The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL
3/5 		25 : 1 37,098
Tuskegee University Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL
4/5 		12 : 1 2,996

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  • Grand Canyon University
    Program Descriptions
    • Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
    • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Health IT
    • B.S. in Health Care Administration
    • B.S. in Health Sciences: Professional Development & Advanced Patient Care
    • Ed. D. in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Health Care Administration
    • M.B.A.: Health Systems Management
    • M.S. in Health Care Administration
    • M.S. in Health Care Informatics
    • Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Health Care Management
    Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
    The healthcare industry continues to grow each year. As the demand for advancement in medical technology rises, the need for biomedical engineers also continues to increase. Biomedical engineers contribute to improved patient care by conducting biomedical research and designing, developing and manufacturing medical devices, among other things. Grand Canyon University's (GCU) Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering was developed with industry guidance to help you find a purposeful career in the field of biomedical engineering and related biomedical professions. Our biomedical engineering degree helps you prepare to solve real-world problems in the healthcare industry, such as creating medical devices that resolve issues in developing areas. This biomedical engineering degree program is offered by the College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
    Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Health IT
    The Bachelor of Science in Health Science in Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care is a degree program in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions designed to enhance health sciences and care knowledge for professionals in the allied healthcare fields. You may be eligible if you are an EMT, respiratory therapist, radiology technician, lab technician, phlebotomist or other healthcare professional who has graduated from an accredited certificate or associate degree program. The coursework in this health sciences degree program can help you stay current in your profession and move up in responsibility, as well as serve as a stepping stone to a master’s program in healthcare administration or public health. The professional development and advanced patient care coursework is also integrated with Christian truths and strengthens practical knowledge like effective communication, critical thinking and ethical decision-making. This health science degree program ends with a capstone course that allows you to develop skills related to inquiry and research that adds to your professional body of knowledge.
    B.S. in Health Care Administration
    Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration. This professional degree program equips students for entry-level supervisory roles in health care organizations. Ideal candidates for this program are students looking for career entry in health care administration and those looking to advance from clinical or technical roles to supervisory roles. The program emphasizes both the conceptual and analytical skills required to manage in contemporary health care organizations. The program also prepares students who wish to eventually seek their master’s degree in order to obtain senior health care executive positions. The curriculum features investigative and experimental opportunities in project management, teamwork, and leadership. Students of this program will have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the health care organization, strategic management and decision-making, finance, human resources, marketing, information management, and quality improvement. In addition, the impact of various dynamics, including regulatory, legal, ethical and public policy, are explored. Graduates of this program are prepared for administrative positions in hospitals, long-term care, outpatient facilities, physician offices, mental health organizations, insurance companies, public health agencies, and other types of health organizations.
    B.S. in Health Sciences: Professional Development & Advanced Patient Care
    Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with an Emphasis in Professional Development & Advanced Patient Care. The nursing practice continues to change and become more complex. As a result there is an increasing demand for nursing professionals with training in areas such as communication, leadership and critical thinking, and a bachelor’s degree or higher is often required for greater effectiveness and promotion to management and leadership positions. This very current and relevant curriculum is a degree completion program designed for health care professionals who graduated from accredited certificate and/or associate degree program and who wish to acquire baccalaureate level competencies in health sciences theory and in health care professional issues. Courses include advanced patient care, health care systems and trends, risk management, health care regulations, pharmacology, statistics, transcultural health care, and spirituality in health care In addition, a capstone course is designed to aid in the development of inquiry and research skills. Graduates of this course are equipped with the knowledge, skills and academic credentials to taken on greater responsibility and be more effective nursing professionals.
    Ed. D. in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Health Care Administration
    The Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership program develops the learner’s ability to generate new knowledge and responsibly apply knowledge to achieve high-performing entities that allow organizational employees and followers to grow and develop to their full potential. Learners will study the major bodies of literature in leadership, reflect critically on existing theory, and identify appropriate applications of theory in education, business, and other organizational cultures. Learners will develop academic and organizational research expertise through the study of statistical and research methodologies. The program of study is consistent with Grand Canyon University's mission to develop learners who are global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders. Graduates who earn the Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Health Care Administration will advance the study of leadership within the field of health care with an in-depth, research-based approach to facilitate the leadership abilities and role as a strategic professional.
    M.B.A.: Health Systems Management
    The Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Health Systems Management prepares students to compete for critical leadership roles in current and future organizations. The coursework addresses leadership theory, problem solving, organizational leadership, self-leadership, and highly effective teams. The program prepares students for advanced management or senior administration positions in the health care industry through coursework that addresses the legal and ethical concerns in health care.
    M.S. in Health Care Administration
    Master of Science in Health Care Administration. The health care industry will continue to expand and diversify, requiring qualified managers to improve quality and efficiency of health care, while controlling costs, as insurance companies and Medicare demand higher levels of accountability. This comprehensive and current degree program provides the skills and experience necessary to perform as middle- and upper-level managers in a variety of health care organizations, and to serve as innovative change agents and leaders of organizational improvement and adaptation within the health care industry. The program emphasizes the conceptual, analytical, and application skills required to manage in contemporary health care organizations. Courses include an in-depth examination of health sciences, contemporary health care, research, leadership, organizational structure, human resources, marketing, and business and project planning. Graduates prepare themselves to excel in administrative positions in hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient facilities, physician offices, mental health agencies, insurance companies, public health agencies, and other types of health organizations.
    M.S. in Health Care Informatics
    Master of Science in Health Care Informatics. Dramatic changes in the management of patient records and other healthcare information processes have made health care IT one of the fastest growing career fields. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for health information professionals is expected to grow 20% through 2018—much faster than most other career fields. This current and relevant degree program prepares students for success in this important and demanding field. The program equips professionals and leaders to integrate information technology into patient-care systems, with training in clinical operations, data management systems, health care system operations, project management, decision-making, and quality assessment. The curriculum provides the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a variety of roles, including automating clinical care, building new operational data systems, training health care workers in the use of computer systems, collecting and analyzing data to improve patient care, and more. Graduates of this innovative program possess the expertise to manage and improve the delivery and usefulness of health information in today’s more complex healthcare environments.
    Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Health Care Management
    The Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in Health Care Management prepares students for careers in the public sector, specifically in the healthcare industry. The program is targeted at individuals who desire to have an impact in the area of healthcare delivery and management at the federal, state and local level.  The core coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of economics, leadership, human capital development, and governance within the healthcare environment.  Emphasis courses will challenge students to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing the healthcare industry, such as healthcare ethics, healthcare delivery systems and healthcare economics.
  • South University
    Program Descriptions
    • Health Science (BS)
    • Healthcare Administration (MBA)
    • Healthcare Management (BS)
    • Medical Assisting (AS)
    • Nursing with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN)
    • Nursing (RN-BSN)
    • RN to Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner (RN to MSN)
    • Physical Therapist Assisting (AS)
    • Nursing - Nurse Educator Specialization (MS)
    • Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Specialization (MS)
    • Occupational Therapy Assistant (AS)
    • Pharmacy (PharmD)
    • Post-Graduate Certificate in Nurse Administrator
    Health Science (BS)
    The overall objective of our four-year Health Science Bachelor of Science degree program is to provide a firm foundation for entry-level employment in a range of positions in the healthcare industry at: health practitioners’ offices; hospitals; home health care services; outpatient care services; nursing care facilities; health insurance companies; and state and government healthcare programs.
    Healthcare Administration (MBA)
    Our two-year Healthcare Administration master’s degree program curriculum is intended to provide you with an advanced understanding of: contemporary business practices; modern healthcare systems and organization; policy development and planning techniques; management and leadership strategies; and health behaviors.
    Healthcare Management (BS)
    Students embarking on a career in healthcare management possess strong leadership skills and a genuine concern for others. And we possess the education you need to ensure hospitals and healthcare organizations are not only providing quality care, but are being run efficiently. Our program equips you with the skills you need to propel your career forward and keep up with this changing field with a combination of business and healthcare courses as well as management training.
    Medical Assisting (AS)
    Our two-year associate’s Medical Assisting degree program includes study in: clinical and laboratory procedures; anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; and medical office administration.
    Nursing with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (MSN)
    The RN to Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse builds upon registered nursing experience by further developing the skills and knowledge base needed to advance in today’s challenging nursing field. The Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program focuses on community-based care with an emphasis on at-risk and vulnerable populations. Nurses looking to give back to their communities by increasing health promotion, protection, and disease prevention will find the path to that rewarding career starts here. Our RN to MSN offers a unique opportunity to registered nurses who do not currently have a BSN degree. With our intensive, streamlined course of study, you’ll be awarded both a BSN and MSN upon completion of the program. By combining nursing theory with advanced practice concepts, graduates of our RN-MSN are well-prepared to work within either a healthcare or education setting. Apply to South University, Montgomery’s RN to Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program today.
    Nursing (RN-BSN)
    The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at South University’s College of Nursing can prepare you to work in a wide variety of healthcare settings including acute care hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, home health, community-based clinics, and school health clinics. The South University College of Nursing also gives you the opportunity to: Study innovative healthcare concepts; study palliative care, gerontological nursing, and complementary and alternative nursing methods; Enhance your patient teaching skills and your ability to motivate and train nursing staff; and develop management abilities by expanding your critical thinking skills in establishing priorities, delegating responsibility and formulating decisions.
    RN to Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner (RN to MSN)
    Our RN to Master of Science in Nursing degree with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner is designed to take your nursing skills further, preparing you with current healthcare and professional standards to treat patients and families throughout their lifespan. We put a strong emphasis on health promotion and the positive health behaviors for all developmental stages. This well-rounded education ensures you’re armed with the skill set you need to provide care to your patients. Our RN to MSN offers a unique opportunity to registered nurses who do not currently have a BSN degree. With our intensive, streamlined course of study, you’ll be awarded both a BSN and MSN upon completion of the program. By combining nursing theory with advanced practice concepts, graduates of our RN-MSN are well-prepared to work within either a healthcare or education setting.
    Physical Therapist Assisting (AS)
    Physical therapist assistants are healthcare providers who work under the supervision of physical therapists. Their duties include assisting the physical therapist in implementing treatment programs according to a plan of care, training patients in exercises and activities of daily living, conducting treatments using special equipment, administering modalities and other treatment procedures and reporting to the physical therapist on the patient's responses. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics, there were approximately 71,400 physical therapist assistants employed in 2012. That number is expected to grow by 41% from 2012-2022, due to the growing number of individuals with disabilities or limited function and the increasing use of physical therapist assistants to reduce the cost of therapeutic services. The PTA program offers a curriculum that is well-rounded in all fundamental concepts and theories as they apply to physical therapy modalities and rehabilitation procedures. The technical phase of the South University Montgomery Physical Therapist Assistant program consists of six academic quarters of lecture, laboratory, and clinical coursework. The academic program is taught in the evenings at the Montgomery campus.
    Nursing - Nurse Educator Specialization (MS)
    In the Master of Science in Nursing program at the South University Nursing college, you will enhance the knowledge you use as a registered nurse, develop clinical teaching skills and learn to utilize research in the nursing practice. Upon graduation from the South University Nursing college, you will be prepared to pursue more advanced positions in today's competitive healthcare environment.
    Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner Specialization (MS)
    Building relationships with families is at the heart of this profession. Our Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner degree program is designed to prepare you with leading-edge healthcare and professional standards to treat patients and families throughout their lifespan. We put a strong emphasis on health promotion and the positive health behaviors for all developmental stages. This well-rounded education ensures you’re armed with the skill set you need to provide the best care possible to your patients.
    Occupational Therapy Assistant (AS)
    Physical therapist assistants are healthcare providers who work under the supervision of physical therapists. Their duties include assisting the physical therapist in implementing treatment programs according to a plan of care, training patients in exercises and activities of daily living, conducting treatments using special equipment, administering modalities and other treatment procedures and reporting to the physical therapist on the patient's responses. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics, there were approximately 71,400 physical therapist assistants employed in 2012. That number is expected to grow by 41% from 2012-2022, due to the growing number of individuals with disabilities or limited function and the increasing use of physical therapist assistants to reduce the cost of therapeutic services. The PTA program offers a curriculum that is well-rounded in all fundamental concepts and theories as they apply to physical therapy modalities and rehabilitation procedures. The technical phase of the South University Montgomery Physical Therapist Assistant program consists of six academic quarters of lecture, laboratory, and clinical coursework. The academic program is taught in the evenings at the Montgomery campus.
    Pharmacy (PharmD)
    To achieve this purpose, the institution offers focused and balanced curricula at the associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral levels. A broad-based core curriculum is offered, promoting critical thinking, effective verbal and written communication, and skills for life-long learning. Additionally, the University focuses on developing the requisites to pursue and appreciate knowledge.
    Post-Graduate Certificate in Nurse Administrator
    The role of healthcare administration cannot be underestimated. A well-run healthcare delivery system is imperative for the success of that organization. Students are prepared to enter this field of study as strong leaders who are good with people. This cert program is founded on the philosophy that healthcare leaders require strong business competencies and management skills to be successful. So that’s how we develop our programs. A strong foundation of business analyses and decision-making is complemented with a specialization in healthcare administration to ensure our graduates are qualified candidates for the job.
  • Northcentral University
    Program Descriptions
    • MBA: Health Care Administration
    • DBA: Health Care Administration
    • Ph.D IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: Health Care Administration
    • PhD - Trauma and Disaster Relief
    MBA: Health Care Administration
    This program provides valuable knowledge and skills training for those specifically interested in the business side of health care. The focus is to develop essential managerial knowledge and skills in financial management, legal and ethical issues of health care, and to examine and develop health care policies. At the end of the Health Care Administration specialization program, students will complete a final written research project, demonstrating the ability to conduct an investigation on a workplace problem, identify an area for intervention, critique, justify, and recommend a plan of preventative action. Graduates in health care administration are in demand in hospitals, health maintenance organizations, health insurance companies, government and public health agencies, and social service agencies.
    DBA: Health Care Administration
    For those who desire a more practical, skill-based specialization, the DBA in health care administration may be for you. This specialization prepares health care administrators in the areas of strategic planning in health care and managed systems, comparative health care system analysis, and total quality management in health care. Students will complete a final written research project, demonstrating the ability to conduct an investigation on a workplace problem, identify an area for intervention, critique, justify, and recommend a plan of preventative action. Graduates in the DBA program can demonstrate real-world application of knowledge and skills in both public and private health care management settings.
    Ph.D IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: Health Care Administration
    For those who desire a more practical, skill-based specialization, the DBA in health care administration may be for you. This specialization prepares health care administrators in the areas of strategic planning in health care and managed systems, comparative health care system analysis, and total quality management in health care. Students will complete a final written research project, demonstrating the ability to conduct an investigation on a workplace problem, identify an area for intervention, critique, justify, and recommend a plan of preventative action. Graduates in the DBA program can demonstrate real-world application of knowledge and skills in both public and private health care management settings.
    PhD - Trauma and Disaster Relief

Additional Public Health Degree Facts for Alabama Schools

What Public Health degree programs were earned in Alabama?

Degree Level Program Length Colleges Graduates
Bachelor's 4-year Length 2 Colleges 7 Graduates
Doctoral 1-2 year Length 1 Colleges 7 Graduates
Master's 1+ years Length 2 Colleges 137 Graduates
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