- Dr. Jessica Goodman, Chair
- 336-750-8285
- goodmanjd@wssu.edu
Real Solutions. Healthier Communities.
Turn Your Passion for Science Into a Healthier World.
What if you could help prevent disease, improve health outcomes, and build stronger communities?
At Winston-Salem State University, the Bachelor of Science in Public Health prepares you to turn your interest in science, people, and problem-solving into meaningful action. Explore how health is shaped by our environment, behaviors, and policies while developing the skills to address real-world public health challenges.
Why Study Public Health at WSSU?
Public health is about more than treating illness. It's about preventing disease, understanding health challenges, and creating solutions that help communities thrive.
At WSSU, you'll connect classroom learning with practical experience while preparing to make a difference.
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Make an impact. Learn to address health disparities and improve well-being, particularly in underserved and rural communities.
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Connect science with solutions. Explore how data, environmental health, policy, and human behavior influence community health.
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Gain hands-on experience. Apply your knowledge through an internship, practical coursework, and community-focused learning.
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Build versatile skills. Develop strengths in research, data analysis, communication, program planning, and collaboration.
What Can You Do With a Public Health Degree?
A bachelor's degree in public health can prepare you for entry-level opportunities that support healthier individuals and communities.
Potential career paths include:
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Health Education Specialist
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Community Health Educator
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Public Health Program Coordinator
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Community Outreach Coordinator
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Public Health Program Assistant
Graduates may find opportunities with health departments, healthcare systems, nonprofit organizations, schools, community programs, and government agencies. Specific positions may have additional qualifications.
A Growing Field With Opportunities to Make an Impact
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of health education specialists is projected to grow 6% from 2025 to 2035, while employment of community health workers is projected to grow 13%—both faster than the average for all occupations.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Health Education Specialists and Community Health Workers.
Looking ahead? Your bachelor's degree can also provide a foundation for graduate study and specialized public health careers. WSSU offers a Master of Public Health (MPH) for students interested in advancing their education.
What Will You Learn?
Public health brings together science, data, policy, and community engagement. Through your coursework, you'll explore:
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Epidemiology: Understanding disease patterns and prevention.
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Biostatistics: Using data to understand health trends.
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Environmental Health: Examining how environmental conditions affect well-being.
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Health Policy and Advocacy: Exploring how policies and programs influence health outcomes.
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Health Behavior and Communication: Promoting wellness and communicating with diverse communities.
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Program Planning and Evaluation: Developing and assessing initiatives that address community health needs.
You'll put your knowledge into practice through applied learning experiences, including a public health internship.
View BS in Public Health Degree Requirements
Interested in a Public Health Minor?
WSSU also offers a Public Health minor for students pursuing other majors. Explore how science, society, and the environment influence health while building skills in critical thinking, communication, and community engagement.
Explore Public Health Minor Requirements
Your Future in Public Health Starts Here.
Turn your interests into impact. Prepare to help create healthier communities with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from WSSU.
