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Explore Our PhD and Professional Doctorate Programs in Public Health

Do you want to help people live longer, healthier lives? Advance the health and well-being of individuals, communities, and entire populations with Walden’s online doctoral programs in health. We offer an array of programs to match your goals, from our PhD in Public Health and PhD in Health Services programs to our doctorate in healthcare administration online program.

An online doctoral degree from Walden can empower you to make a positive impact as a teacher, researcher, or leader. Get personalized support at every step, from day one through the completion of your dissertation.

 

Doctoral Public Health Programs

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Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA)
Impact Healthcare’s Future With a Doctor of Healthcare Administration From tech-driven innovations to the push for greater cost transparency, the healthcare industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Help your organization navigate these…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
Doctor of Public Health
Walden is No. 1 in public health doctoral graduates in the U.S.1 Lead programs that foster healthier, more resilient communities with a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree from Walden. A doctorate in public health prepares practitioners…

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  • Course Based
    05/27/2024
PhD in Public Health
Walden is No. 1 in public health doctoral graduates in the U.S.1 In our online PhD in Public Health program, you can build upon your skills and expertise to become a more effective scholar-practitioner and make compelling contributions to…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Education and Promotion
PhD in Health Education and Promotion - Behavioral Health
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Education and Promotion Behavioral Health specialization A PhD in Health Education and Promotion with a specialization in Behavioral Health can help you better understand and address the many factors and…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Education and Promotion
PhD in Health Education and Promotion - Population Health
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Education and Promotion Population Health specialization With a PhD in Health Education and Promotion with a specialization in Population Health, you can explore a wide range of factors that influence health…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Education and Promotion
PhD in Health Education and Promotion - Global Health
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Education and Promotion Global Health specializationWhen you pursue a PhD in Health Education and Promotion with a Global Health specialization, you can prepare to make a positive difference in the health and well-being of…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Education and Promotion
PhD in Health Education and Promotion - Research
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Education and Promotion Research specialization This specialization is geared to students who want to concentrate on research in the field of education and promotion.

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Education and Promotion
PhD in Health Education and Promotion - Management and Leadership
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Education and Promotion Management And Leadership specializationWhen you pursue a PhD in Health Education and Promotion with a specialization in Management and Leadership, you can prepare to become an effective,…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Education and Promotion
PhD in Health Education and Promotion - Online Teaching in Higher Education
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Education and Promotion Online Teaching in Higher Education specializationWhen you pursue a PhD in Health Education and Promotion with a specialization in Online Teaching in Higher Education, you can prepare to…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Services
PhD in Health Services - Community Health
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Services Community Health specialization Examine the leadership principles, health education policies, and social and behavioral change theories that guide effective community health education and advocacy. The…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Services
PhD in Health Services - Healthcare Administration
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Services Healthcare Administration specialization Explore social justice principles that impact healthcare decisions and practice as well as the theoretical foundations of governance and public policy. Through the…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Services
PhD in Health Services - Leadership
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Services Leadership specialization You can gain the skills to become a healthcare leader who can work effectively with diverse workforces and communities in a variety of political and economic settings. Through the…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Services
PhD in Health Services - Public Health Policy
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Services Public Health Policy specialization You can learn to design, implement, manage, and influence public health policy at the local, state, and federal levels. Explore how data is used to form policy…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Services
PhD in Health Services - Self-Designed
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Services Self Designed specialization Choose courses that best match your personal and professional interests as you develop your own specialization. You have the flexibility to select from courses that cover such…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Health Services
PhD in Health Services - Accelerated Program for Students with an MHA
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Health Services Accelerated Program for Students with an MHA specialization Walden offers students who hold a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) a shorter path to the PhD in Health Services. Recognizing your…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Public Health
PhD in Public Health - Community Health
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Public Health Community Health specialization Health education is critical to promoting healthy lifestyles. The Community Health specialization addresses how to assess and improve the well-being of communities and public health…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Public Health
PhD in Public Health - Epidemiology
Specialization
Explore our PhD in Public Health Epidemiology specializationInfectious and chronic diseases can devastate entire communities. The Epidemiology specialization broadens your understanding of how these diseases affect populations and explores…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024
PhD in Public Health
PhD in Public Health - Environmental and Occupational Health
Specialization
Explore Our Environmental and Occupational Health Specialization Whether it’s contaminated drinking water, polluted air, or harmful chemicals in the workplace, environmental health issues affect us all. Lead the way forward in promoting a safer,…

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  • Course Based
    04/08/2024

FAQs

What’s the difference between a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) and a PhD in Public Health?

A Doctor of Public Health, commonly referred to as a DrPH, is a professional degree designed for public health practitioners. Both on-campus and online DrPH programs focus on the practical application of public health principles and can academically prepare DrPH students for leadership roles in practice-based settings. An emphasis is placed on interdisciplinary collaboration, as public health professionals must often work as leaders or members of interprofessional teams focused on healthcare. A DrPH program can equip you with the skills and knowledge to work as a director or administrator in a variety of practice-based settings within the public, private, and academic sectors.

If you have a passion for public health research, a PhD in Public Health can prepare you with the skills you need to make scholarly, research-based contributions to the field. A public health PhD program will also provide you with the opportunity to contribute to the field through an original dissertation on a public health topic of your choosing. Whether online or on campus, public health PhD programs can mold you into an advanced researcher—well-versed in public health theory, methodology, research design, statistical methods, and more—equipped to help solve the world’s most pressing public health issues.

Can I earn a PhD or professional doctorate if my master’s is in another field?

Some of Walden’s doctoral degree programs do require that you hold a master’s in the same field, but others have more flexible requirements. If your master’s degree is in a different field, you’ll likely need to complete additional required courses in order to earn a doctorate. Listed below are some examples of doctoral degrees you can earn online at Walden without a master’s in the same subject.

  • Doctor of Healthcare
  • Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
  • PhD in Health Education and Promotion
  • PhD in Health Services
  • PhD in Public Health
What is a doctoral peer mentor?

As a new doctoral student at Walden, you will be connected to a doctoral peer mentor who is eager to provide social support, tips, and guidance during the first few months of your program. Ultimately, connecting with a peer mentor who will offer candid feedback, encouragement, and support can enhance your academic journey and yield many positive results.