Available Fall 2026
Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) – Maternal and Child Health
Become a Leader Who Drives Meaningful Change in Communities Around the World with Liberty’s Doctor of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health
The Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) in Maternal and Child Health at Liberty University is designed for individuals who are passionate about improving the health outcomes of women, children, and families. This residential program can help you develop the advanced skills needed to lead public health initiatives, advocate for impactful policies, and implement programs that address critical maternal and child health issues.
Whether you’re interested in working with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or academic institutions, this program can help equip you with the knowledge and practical experience to make a difference in public health.
Through a curriculum that covers leadership, research, policy, and health communication, you will explore the key factors that influence maternal and child health. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and hands-on application, allowing you to engage with real-world public health challenges.
You’ll also have the opportunity to gain practical experience through a practicum and develop your research expertise through a dissertation process, positioning you to pursue leadership roles in public health and drive meaningful change in communities around the world.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Experienced faculty with practical knowledge in the field will mentor and guide you throughout your time in the program.
- The dissertation process enables you to conduct and present original research that advances the study of maternal and child health.
- The practicum offers a valuable opportunity for hands-on learning, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned in real-world public health environments.
- You’ll engage in comprehensive coursework covering essential topics in maternal and child health, such as nutrition, reproductive health, and health policy.
What Will You Learn?
- Community needs assessment and systems analysis
- Health communications and workforce development
- Leadership and management in public health
- Maternal and child nutrition
- Public health policy, advocacy, and ethics
- Public health program planning and implementation
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Reproductive health and women’s health policy
Potential Career Opportunities for Doctor of Public Health – Maternal and Child Health Graduates
- Community health manager/director
- Health department director
- Health officer
- Health policy advisor
- Maternal and child health consultant
- Maternal and child health program director
- Public health consultant
- Public health information officer
- Public health program director
Experiences and Resources Available to DrPH in Maternal and Child Health Students
- Contribute original research through a dissertation.
- Explore over 20 teaching and research laboratories.
- Gain hands-on experience with real-world applications through a practicum.
- Learn from faculty who are experienced in academia, industry, and government.
Admission Requirements for Our DrPH Programs
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official college transcripts showing a Master of Public Health or a Master of Science in Public Health from a CEPH-accredited program
- Those with a non-CEPH accredited MPH, MSPH, or health-related master’s degree can be considered but may be required to take PCHR 700 (Introduction to the Foundations of Public Health) and any of the following missing prerequisite courses:
- Biostatistics
- Principles of Environmental Health
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Public Health Administration
- Research Methods in Public Health
- Social & Behavioral Theory App. in Public Health
- Those with a non-CEPH accredited MPH, MSPH, or health-related master’s degree can be considered but may be required to take PCHR 700 (Introduction to the Foundations of Public Health) and any of the following missing prerequisite courses:
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- 2 faculty/professional recommendation letters submitted via email to admissionsdocs@liberty.edu (must include physical signature of recommender). One must be from current or former faculty. One must be from current or former work supervisor or related
- Public Health Essay: Explain your motivation for pursuing a DrPH degree at this point in your career (500 words or less)
- Department approval required
Credit Hours

Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 24, 2026
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC