BS in Public Health to MPH – 4+1 Track
Gain the Skills to Be a Leader in Public Health in an Accelerated 4+1 Format
Do you want to become part of the solution for improving community health? To be an advocate for healthy living and health awareness, you need knowledge, skills, and training. Liberty’s 4+1 Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health – Community Health to Master in Public Health – Community Health Promotion track is a 5-year accelerated plan to help you get into the field faster.
With advanced studies and hands-on experience, you can start your career a full year sooner than traditional programs. Liberty’s advanced labs and training can help you enter many industries, including healthcare, corporate business, government roles, nonprofit organizations, and health education. With your skills and knowledge in health science and policy, you can consult with individuals, communities, and governments on the best ways to plan and implement healthcare intervention programs to help people live healthier and happier lives.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
CEPH Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our BS in Public Health to MPH – Community Health Promotion Degree
Gain a Recognized Education in Public Health
Our public health programs are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), ensuring that your education meets the highest standards in the field.
This accreditation reflects a strong foundation in public health principles and practices that can help set you apart in your future career.
Earn Graduate Credit and Prep for CHES Certification
Through the 4+1 program, you can get a jump-start on graduate studies by completing Master of Public Health (MPH) courses as an undergraduate.
These courses are designed to prepare you for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification exam—an important step if you plan to work in health education and promotion.
Build Practical Skills with Certifications and Internships
Before you graduate, you can earn certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED – valuable credentials for any health-related profession.
Plus, with internship opportunities built into the program, you can gain hands-on experience that prepares you for your next step.
Serve Communities at Home and Abroad
You’ll find opportunities to make a real-world impact through health outreach efforts, including international service. Whether you’re teaching preventative care, supporting clean water initiatives, or helping underserved populations, you can apply what you learn in meaningful, global contexts.
Explore Research That Makes a Difference
As a student, you’ll have access to more than 20 teaching and research laboratories. You can get involved in fascinating projects like testing the relationship between BMI and heart rate, assessing the effects of Biosand water filters in Rwanda, or collecting data on stress and burnout among healthcare professionals.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS to MPH?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health – Community Health to Master in Public Health – Community Health Promotion can help prepare you for the following occupations:
- Community health program planner
- Health coach or consultant
- Health educator
- Health program evaluator
- Worksite wellness program administrator
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our BS in Public Health to MPH Degree?
Liberty’s accelerated BS in Public Health to MPH 5-year track combines the undergraduate studies of the bachelor’s degree with the accelerated content of the Master of Public Health. Through this program, you can benefit from the essential core content of both programs within a timeframe that is 1 full year shorter than earning each degree individually.
Content areas covered in the 4+1 accelerated track include:
- A study of health from the perspective of God’s purposes for humanity in creation, fall, and redemption
- Community engagement techniques that help build relationships to develop and deploy community health programs
- Developing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs to address identified population health needs
- Principles of public health interventions that address the inequality in health access and health status in the context of culture, race, gender, and economics
- Principles of public health leadership, including systems thinking, group process, social justice, and ethics
- Public health philosophy and organization, including infrastructure, funding, delivery, and fiscal and workforce management in the U.S. and globally
- Studies in population health status, needs, and resources using appropriate assessment and analytical methods
In addition to advanced studies, you will also complete a 120-hour, hands-on practicum working under a preceptor at a public health organization. This practicum will include projects tied to competencies outlined by the Council on Education in Public Health so you can show your expertise in health promotion before entering the field.
Featured BS in Public Health Degree Courses
HLTH 216 – Personal Health
HLTH 301 – Foundations of Public Health
HLTH 632 – Health Program Planning
HLTH 634 – Health Communication and Advocacy
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Health Sciences
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the BS degree and 50% of the MPH
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s BS to MPH Accelerated Degree?
Pursue a Purpose-Driven Degree
At Liberty, your education is about more than earning a diploma – it’s about helping equip you to meet your career goals and live out your calling. The accelerated BS in Public Health to MPH program is designed to help give you a well-rounded academic experience with nearly limitless opportunities for research and post-graduation career support.
Study Under Experience Professionals
Join 1 of the largest accredited Master of Public Health programs in the country and study under faculty who bring real-world experience into the classroom. From specialized labs to expert-led lectures, you can benefit from a learning environment that blends theory with practical insights to help communities thrive.
Gain Hands-On Skills and Certifications
Prepare for the workforce with training beyond textbooks. You can participate in internships and research projects that give you real-world experience. Plus, you can earn certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED – skills valued in nearly every health-related career.
Accelerate Your Path to Impact
By choosing the BS to MPH accelerated degree, you can complete both your undergraduate and graduate studies in less time. This streamlined path allows you to gain advanced public health training while building strong professional connections and practical experience.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BS in Public Health – Community Promotion Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Please note: Admission into the BS in Public Health does not guarantee admission into Liberty’s MPH program. Fourth-year students will need to meet additional requirements to begin the graduate-level coursework.
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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