About Community Health Bachelor Of Science (b.s.) in Wayne State University
The Bachelor of Science in Community Health prepares students for careers in the broad field of community health. Coursework includes training in health topics, intervention development and evaluation, health behavior theory, policy and teaching methods. The program also prepares students to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam, which is given by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. (NCHEC). This credential ensures that students are trained and qualified to plan and coordinate community health education programs. The B.S. in Community Health provides practical field experiences and experiential coursework to prepare students for employment in public or private agencies, local health departments, volunteer organizations, hospitals, health insurance companies, worksite/employee health promotion and wellness programs, and a variety of community-based organizations.
Our mission is to advance health equity through the preparation of community health education specialists who explore the multiple levels (individual, family, community, policy, systems) and social determinants that influence behavior and health. Community health professionals focus on the community as the setting for analysis, assessment, advocacy, program planning, intervention, evaluation and research, and are committed to developing, enhancing and using evidence-informed strategies to improve population health.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 70
Wayne State University Highlights
Type of University |
Public |
Year of Establishment |
1868 |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Total Enrollment |
27,025 |
Size |
Large |
Status |
Non-profit |
Level of Study |
Undergrad/Graduate |
Student-Faculty Ratio |
14:1 |
Wayne State University Annual Cost to Attend
Fee |
Cost |
Michigan Resident Tuition |
$11,912 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,246 |
Other Fees |
$1,605 |
Room and Board |
$10,382 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,341 |
Total One Year Cost |
$27,486 |
Fee |
Cost |
Out of State Resident Tuition |
$27,282 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,246 |
Other Fees |
$1,605 |
Room and Board |
$10,382 |
Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,341 |
Total One Year Cost |
$42,856 |