Overview
There is a growing need within the state of Arkansas for individuals to be trained in the core elements of environmental and occupational health. This Graduate Certificate in Environmental and Occupational Health will provide practical knowledge and tools that can be immediately applied in industrial, manufacturing, hospital, construction and other health settings. This certificate will enhance the individual’s ability to recognize, identify, measure, and control chemical, physical and biological hazards. This program of study requires twelve (12) semester credit hours. These 12 semester hours can later be applied to the MPH program in Environmental Health Sciences if the student decides to later continue their studies in the College. Six credits may be completed as a non-degree seeking student.
This program is supported by the Department of Environmental Health Sciences.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must possess the minimum of a US baccalaureate degree equivalent to be considered for admission. Applicants who anticipate completion of their undergraduate degree soon after the admissions deadline may apply for conditional admission. If granted conditional admission, a final transcript from the student’s baccalaureate institution must be received by the Office of Student and Alumni Affairs prior to the date of registration of the admitted semester.
A letter of intent is also required (1 to 2 pages in length) and should express the reasons for interest in the Certificate program and any relevant background information on studies and job experiences.
Curriculum
The selection of courses is based on their applicability in fields where human contact with environmental hazards is probable, and sometimes inevitable. The coursework is practical and effective in dealing with environmental and occupational threats. Many of the classes can be taken online.
Recommended Course Schedule for Environmental and Occupational Certificate
Full-Time Enrollment Guide
Fall Year 1
ENVH 5102: Environmental Health Sciences (3)
Elective*
*Elective Options
ENVH 5447: Geographic Information Systems in Public Health (3)
ENVH 5302: Climate Change and Public Health (3)
Spring Year 1
ENVH 5302: Principles of Toxicology in Public Health (3)
Elective* (if not previously taken)
*Elective Options
ENVH 5202: Applied Knowledge in Environmental Health (3)
ENVH 5302: Climate Change and Public Health (3)
Summer Year 1
ENVH 5404: Public Health Microbiology (3)
For More Information
En Huang, PhD
4301 West Markham, Mail Slot 820
Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: 501-526-6627
Email: EHuang@uams.edu