Bachelor of Science in Public Health – Pre-Clinical
Train to Become a Health Professional with Our Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health – Pre-Clinical
Are you excited about the possibility of a career that utilizes medical knowledge to help others? We are too! By pursuing our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Public Health – Pre-Clinical degree, you can gain medical knowledge and skills to help propel you into a field geared toward making a positive impact on the lives of others.
Our pre-clinical specialization can help provide the opportunity for you to receive foundational medical knowledge in your intended field, helping prepare you for graduate school or a career in a medical field. You can apply to medical, physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, professional counseling, or chiropractor school, as well as other medical programs.
Take the next step on your path toward your career and fulfilling your calling. If you want to help people and are interested in using medicine, this could be a great fit for you. Let’s start this academic journey together!
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
CEPH Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our Public Health – Pre-Clinical BS Program
Accredited and Recognized
Liberty’s public health programs are accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), ensuring quality and industry relevance.
Certification Preparation
This degree can help prepare you to take the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam – a valuable credential for health education and promotion careers.
Global Health Outreach
Students can engage in international health initiatives, gaining real-world experience in diverse global settings.
Essential Health Certifications
Students earn First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications as part of their coursework, enhancing their practical skills and professional preparedness.
Hands-On Internship Experience
An internship opportunity allows students to apply their knowledge in a real-world health setting before graduation.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a Public Health – Pre-Clinical BS Degree?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health – Pre-Clinical can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:*
- Dentist
- Hospital administrator
- Nutritionist
- Occupational therapist
- Physical therapist
- Physician
- Physician assistant
- Substance abuse counselor
*Most occupations in this field will require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
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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 Public Health – Pre-Clinical Bachelor’s Degree?
Our Bachelor of Science in Public Health – Pre-Clinical degree is an alternative track you can take to medical school. The curriculum for this degree provides you with a background and experience to apply to graduate school or be career-ready in the public health field.
Some of the core public health classes you’ll take include:
- Foundations of Public Health
- History of Life
- Introduction to Environmental Hazards and Response
- Personal Health
- Principles of Epidemiology and Biostatics
If you pursue our pre-clinical concentration, you’ll study courses on human nutrition and chronic and infectious diseases and participate in a senior seminar or internship. Additionally, you’ll get to cater your major to the graduate school you plan on applying to. Some of the courses you can choose from include:
- Directed Research
- Exercise and Sports Nutrition
- Health Promotion for Aging Populations
- Methods and Resources in Teaching Applied Sciences in Schools
- Women’s Health Issues
Featured Public Health – Pre-Clinical Degree Courses
HLTH 216 – Personal Health
HLTH 301 – Foundations of Public Health
HLTH 420 – Principles of Behavior Change and Health Counseling
HLTH 453 – Program Planning and Evaluation in Health Education
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 degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Public Health – Pre-Clinical Degree?
Trusted Accreditation
Liberty University has one of the largest accredited Master of Public Health (MPH) programs in the country if you are interested in continuing your education after completing your Bachelor’s. Our Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation means that you will be eligible for jobs in local government, federal government, and the military.
Experienced Professors
While you’re pursuing your degree at Liberty, you can study under professionals in the field who have earned a degree in public health and have experience either locally, nationally, or globally. They care about pouring into your academic life. In fact, many of our students participate in research projects with professors.
Quality Academics
At Liberty, we believe in providing you with a degree that can help equip you for the future career you want. Our public health pre-clinical program is designed to give you foundational knowledge in healthcare and medicine to help you enter the field of public health. With the certifications, resources, and hands-on experience available to you, you can receive training to help start your journey in the field or graduate program.
Real-World Internships & Certificates
Additionally, you have plenty of opportunities for a more hands-on experience where you can participate in an optional internship with hospitals, nonprofit organizations, or even the Department of Health. Plus, you have the opportunity to receive certifications in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Admissions
How Do You Become a Public Health – Pre-Clinical BS 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
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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