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In today’s rapidly evolving health landscape, effective communication saves lives. From addressing health misinformation to leading crisis response and advancing health equity, skilled public health communicators are in high demand.

Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Online Certificate in Public Health Communication prepares professionals to design, deliver, and evaluate strategic health messages that improve population health outcomes — all in a flexible, fully asynchronous format designed for working adults.

Why earn a certificate in Public Health Communication?

A graduate certificate is a powerful way to:

  • Advance your career without committing to a full degree program
  • Build specialized expertise in health messaging, leadership, and equity
  • Enhance your résumé with graduate-level credentials
  • Strengthen leadership and advocacy skills in healthcare and public health settings
  • Transition into public health roles from related fields such as healthcare, communication, social work, nonprofit management, or education

Courses may also be applicable toward future graduate study in the MPH program. 

This five-course certificate equips you with foundational knowledge and applied skills in:

  • Public Health Foundations (PUBH6001) – Understand the history, ethics, essential services, and infrastructure of public health at local, national, and global levels.
  • Public Health Leadership (PUBH6101) – Develop leadership strategies applicable to individuals, teams, organizations, and communities.
  • Health Communication (PUBH6200) – Design, implement, and evaluate persuasive health messages grounded in theory and evidence-based practice.
  • Health Disparities and Cultural Issues (PUBH7303) – Examine structural determinants of health, social justice frameworks, and culturally responsive communication approaches.
  • Specialized Communication Focus (Choose One)

This certificate is ideal for:

  • Public health professionals
  • Healthcare administrators and clinicians
  • Communication and marketing professionals
  • Social workers and nonprofit leaders
  • Government and policy professionals
  • Graduate students seeking specialization
  • Career changers entering public health

Graduates gain skills applicable to roles such as:

  • Health Communication Specialist
  • Public Information Officer
  • Health Campaign Manager
  • Risk & Crisis Communication Coordinator
  • Community Health Educator
  • Policy Communications Analyst

Public health communication expertise is increasingly vital in healthcare systems, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, education settings, advocacy groups, and private industry. With no GRE requirement, no application fee, and fully asynchronous coursework, this program removes barriers so you can focus on building skills that matter.

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