EdD Leadership Health Education Track

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Track Details: Health Education

Lead transformative health education and patient engagement across hospitals, healthcare systems, pharmaceutical companies, public health agencies, and nonprofits with Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Ed.D. in Leadership—Health Education track. This program prepares professionals to develop and direct patient education initiatives, advance health literacy, and implement strategic health promotion for diverse populations. The curriculum is designed to deepen competencies in data analytics, program development, interprofessional collaboration, and integrated care solutions while supporting those who wish to lead teams, champion community wellness, and drive innovation within the healthcare sector. Graduates also acquire the expertise needed for faculty development and academic leadership within health professions, addressing the evolving demands of nursing, pharmacy, and allied health education.

Career Opportunities in Health Education

Graduates pursue dynamic roles, including:

  • Director of Health Education Programs
  • Patient Education Specialist (Hospital, Pharmaceutical, Nonprofit)
  • Public Health Director
  • Healthcare Administrator or Executive Director
  • Health Literacy Consultant
  • Chief Learning Officer (Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, or Nonprofit)
  • Health Promotion Coordinator
  • Policy Analyst (Health Policy)
  • Dean, Associate Dean, or Curriculum Leader in Health Professions Schools (Nursing, Pharmacy, Allied Health)

This Ed.D. track is ideal for those committed to influencing health outcomes through innovative education, strategic leadership, and systemic change—both in the healthcare field and the academic preparation of future professionals.

Health Education Track Courses

All Ed.D. in Leadership students will complete the same five (5) Common Research Required Sequence courses (15 credits) and the same five (5) Common Leadership Required Sequence courses (15 credits). Courses with links to descriptions are listed on the program curriculum page.  In addition to the Common Research and Leadership Sequences, Health Education track students complete 15 credits in courses covering topics such as:

  • Information Systems for Healthcare
  • Health Quality Assessment and Outcomes
  • Health Promotion
  • Leadership, Finance, and Public Policy in Healthcare
  • Social Justice and Critical Theory
  • Leading and Developing Educators
  • Database Management and Reporting
  • Curriculum Development
  • Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
  • Health Communication

Select Health Education Track courses are cross-listed in the College of Nursing and Allied Health.

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Contact Information

Dr. Joel B. Adams, Program Coordinator

Email: j.adams5@fdu.edu

Phone: (201) 692-2079

 

Dr. Ashley Robinson, Assistant Professor of Higher Education and Interim Director of Educational Leadership Program

Email: a.robinson2@fdu.edu