Allied Health Science B.S. and Public Health M.P.H.
Bachelor of Science, Master of Public Health (B.S., M.P.H)
Combined
Grand Rapids • Face to face • Hybrid • 156-159 Credits
Grand Valley State University combined degree programs offer current qualified undergraduate students the opportunity to complete both an undergraduate and graduate degree, meeting unique personal, academic, and career goals. A combined degree can reduce the cost and total time required to complete both.
Overview
Grand Valley offers a combined degree program in Allied Health Sciences (B.S.) and Public Health (M.P.H.). This program allows students to earn both degrees in an accelerated timeframe, starting on the Valley Campus and continuing on the Health Campus near the Medical Mile in Grand Rapids. It prepares students for various roles in healthcare and public health sectors.
The curriculum includes courses in Allied Health Sciences and specific M.P.H. courses such as Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Policy, and Public Health Practice. These courses provide a comprehensive foundation in public health, equipping students with the skills needed to address complex health issues.
Studying this program at GVSU offers personal attention from faculty, high pass rates on relevant certification exams, and full accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). The program also accelerates career trajectories, responds to emerging job markets, and provides valuable internship opportunities in the West Michigan area.
Admission Information
Students may apply to the Master of Public Health program as early as the start of junior year. Visit the online catalog for more information about admission requirements for the combined bachelor of science in allied health science and master of public health.
College of Health Professions
School of Interdisciplinary Health
Allied Health Sciences and Public Health
500 Lafayette Ave. NE, Suite 204
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 331-5570
Program Director
Ranelle Brew, Ed.D.
(616) 331-5570
Career Opportunities
Provide and manage health education programs that help individuals, families, and their communities maximize and maintain healthy lifestyles. Use data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies, and environments. May link health systems, health providers, insurers, and patients to address individual and population health needs. May serve as resource to assist individuals, other health professionals, or the community, and may administer fiscal resources for health education programs.
Top skills- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Learning Strategies
- Social Perceptiveness
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 32,189.07 | 10% |
| $ 42,713.07 | 25% |
| $ 52,721.28 | 50% |
| $ 65,961.73 | 75% |
| $ 89,648.04 | 90% |
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Top skills- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Monitoring
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 62,724.98 | 10% |
| $ 80,307.06 | 25% |
| $102,145.17 | 50% |
| $133,968.41 | 75% |
| $186,930.53 | 90% |
Counsel and advise individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health, with an emphasis on prevention. May help individuals deal with a broad range of mental health issues, such as those associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; or aging.
Top skills- Social Perceptiveness
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Writing
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 35,661.60 | 10% |
| $ 41,676.23 | 25% |
| $ 58,951.13 | 50% |
| $ 74,693.24 | 75% |
| $ 92,763.40 | 90% |
Promote health within a community by assisting individuals to adopt healthy behaviors. Serve as an advocate for the health needs of individuals by assisting community residents in effectively communicating with healthcare providers or social service agencies. Act as liaison or advocate and implement programs that promote, maintain, and improve individual and overall community health. May deliver health-related preventive services such as blood pressure, glaucoma, and hearing screenings. May collect data to help identify community health needs.
Top skills- Social Perceptiveness
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Writing
- Reading Comprehension
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 36,465.67 | 10% |
| $ 41,008.49 | 25% |
| $ 47,118.36 | 50% |
| $ 60,503.73 | 75% |
| $ 77,122.57 | 90% |
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