Public Health, Associate in Science

NECC’s Associate Degree in Public Health will provide you with classroom theory and field work experience and will prepare you for an entry-level position in the public health field. The program will also prepare you to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in health education, health administration, or environmental health.

Students who pursue the Associate Degree in Public Health will complete most of their course work in an online “hybrid” format. Students will come to the Lawrence Campus one or two evenings per week for in-class meetings. In order to progress in the program, a student must have a “C” in all courses to move to the next level and graduate.

A minimum of 68 credits is required for graduation.

Any student enrolled in an associate degree program who is new to NECC and has no academic history at the college, must take at least one course designated as intensive in each of NECC’s six-core academic skills-in order to graduate. In most cases, the program’s core required courses include these intensive courses. Students should select electives that meet core academic skills that are not met by the required courses.  Plan to see an advisor for more complete information about this graduation requirement.

Additional Admission Criteria and Information

Please find additional information here: Required Forms/Criteria Packets for Health Programs.

CORI/CHRI/SORI

Students interested in participating in this program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check, and a Sex Offender Record Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit the CORI/CHRI/SORI page on the NECC website.

Northern Essex Community College is committed to the success of every student. Students with legal issues in their background will meet with a committee as part of the CORI/CHRI/SORI process and will receive guidance and counseling throughout the review of their records. NECC personnel make every effort to help students prepare for careers in their chosen field. Students are encouraged to seek assistance and support.

Drug Screening

Students enrolled in this academic program may be required to pass a drug screening analysis.

Health

Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series, prior to final acceptance to the program.

Student Professional Liability Insurance

Students are required to carry professional liability insurance. The premium is to be paid at the time of course registration.

Requirements

Recommended Course Sequence/Pathway Public Health Associate Degree

Year 1 Fall

Year 1 Spring

Year 1 Summer

Year 2 Fall

Year 2 Spring