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PhD in Health Education and Promotion

Impact the well-being of diverse populations by contributing original research, guiding programs, or teaching the next generation of practitioners.

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PhD in Health Education and Promotion

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Health Education and Promotion
Pursue Your Passion

How will you use your doctorate to impact lives and communities? Deepen your knowledge in a specific subject area by choosing a PhD in Health Education and Promotion online specialization that matches your interests and career goals.

Specializations

Choose from six specializations to focus on the career and future you want.

 

Program Details

Inspire Healthy Change

Ready to pursue your doctorate and turn your aspirations into action? With a streamlined application process, generous credit transfer, and two learning tracks, Walden makes it easy to start toward your goals.

 

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Impact Health and Wellness

Walden’s online PhD in Health Education and Promotion program is grounded in the Eight Areas of Responsibility for Health Education Specialists outlined by the National Commission for Health Education and Credentialing.

 

1Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023)

2Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023)

3Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023)

No guarantee is made that a person who enrolls in the PhD in Nursing program will obtain a job or will earn the stated salaries. Wage estimates are based on the 10th–75th percentile.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be prepared to:

Evaluate the factors that impact individual and population health.

Synthesize assessment results to identify and prioritize health problems.

Engage in collaborative planning of health interventions.

Apply knowledge that results in successful implementation and monitoring of health promotion and disease prevention interventions.

Evaluate the effectiveness of health promotion and disease prevention interventions.

Conduct original health education-related research.

Demonstrate ethical behavior as a health education scholar-practitioner.

Facilitate efforts among stakeholders to achieve common goals related to individual and community health.

Apply health education principles, theories, and models to create professional communication and establish positive public relations.

Use evidence-based research to advocate for policies and programs that promote positive social change related to the health of individuals and communities.

Meet Your Academic Team

Below are some of the distinguished faculty members who bring diverse industry expertise and a passion for teaching to the Walden community.

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PhD in Health Education and Promotion FAQ

How do you choose the best online university for your PhD in Health Education and Promotion program?

When it comes to finding the best online academic institution for you, reputation is key. Walden University is a pioneer of distance learning and has been supporting the educational needs of working professionals for more than 50 years. Accreditation should also be a factor in your decision-making. Attending an accredited university means you can be confident that the university has passed the intense scrutiny and high standards of an independent accreditation organization. Walden University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1990 and participates in a thorough recertification process every 10 years. In 2023, Walden’s institutional accreditation was reaffirmed by HLC.

Lastly, you’ll want to choose a program that helps pave the way to any state licensing or certification you need. Walden’s PhD in Health Education and Promotion online program can prepare you to sit for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam or the Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) exam.

Why should you consider enrolling in an online PhD in Health Education and Promotion program?

When you choose to earn your PhD in Health Education and Promotion online, you’ll find a number of benefits that traditional classroom programs don’t readily offer. For instance, Walden’s global virtual “campus” allows you to see your profession on an international scale through the eyes of classmates who may be from other parts of the world. With online health education degree programs, you can also access your coursework from anywhere and at any time. This level of flexibility makes it possible to complete your degree as you continue working full time. You’ll also benefit from asynchronous discussions with classmates, a suite of online student support services, and much more.

What are the eight primary responsibilities of health educators?

As laid out by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, health educators have eight primary responsibilities.1 Those are as follows:

  1. Assess needs, resources, and capacity for health education/promotion
  2. Plan health education/promotion
  3. Implement health education/promotion
  4. Conduct evaluation and research related to health education/promotion
  5. Administer and manage health education/promotion
  6. Serve as a health education/promotion resource person
  7. Communicate, promote, and advocate for health, health education/promotion, and the profession

1Source: National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Responsibilities and Competencies for Health Education Specialists, on the internet at www.nchec.org/responsibilities-and-competencies.

What is CHES certification and why is it important?

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification establishes a national standard for members of the profession and shows prospective employers that an individual is proficient in certain knowledge and skills. Earning your CHES certification not only unlocks the opportunity to further your career and earning potential, but also enables you to become a part of a global movement to positively impact world health. To become certified, you must pass an exam administered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing Inc.1 If you want to apply to take the exam, you must meet certain academic requirements and submit official transcripts indicating a major in health education and completion of at least 25 semester hours of work addressing the Eight Areas of Responsibility and Competency for Health Education Specialists.1

1Source: www.nchec.org/exam-eligibility-guide

What courses might you take in an online PhD in Health Education and Promotion program?

When you earn your PhD in Health Education and Promotion from Walden, you’ll benefit from courses that help you better understand the needs of those you will be serving in your role, best practices for developing your research skills, how to drive social change, and much more. In Walden University’s PhD in Health Education and Promotion program, you’ll take courses such as:

  • Assessing Community Needs for Health Education
  • Building a Multidisciplinary Approach to Health
  • Research Theory, Design, and Methods

You can also choose a specialization to obtain additional knowledge and skills aligned with your professional goals. Walden’s PhD in Health Education and Promotion program offers specializations in Global Health, Research, Behavioral Health, Management and Leadership, Online Teaching in Higher Education, and Population Health.