Public Health

The Public Health program at CT State Community College prepare students to address real health challenges affecting communities across Connecticut. The Associate of Science degree in Public Health, and the Environmental Public Health and Community Public Health certificates, provide foundational knowledge in public health systems, community health assessment, environmental health, health education and policy. Students learn how people’s behavior, environment, social conditions can affect their health. They also explore how public health systems and policies work to solve these problems. In addition, students gain hands-on experience by working with communities, helping plan and evaluate programs and finding ways to prevent and reduce health risks. These programs are designed to strengthen Connecticut’s public health workforce and prepare students for meaningful careers that improve community health outcomes. The program supports career pathways in local health departments, community-based organizations, environmental health agencies and related public service settings.