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Public health and human science professionals are increasingly in demand. To build a rewarding career that empowers you to make a big, everyday impact, you can earn a degree, certificate or microcredential online from Oregon State University. Learn alongside expert faculty and gain the skills to support the health of individuals, families and entire communities.
Public health and human science professionals are increasingly in demand. To build a rewarding career that empowers you to make a big, everyday impact, you can earn a degree, certificate or microcredential online from Oregon State University. Learn alongside expert faculty and gain the skills to support the health of individuals, families and entire communities. Read more
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Undergraduate degrees (6)
Biohealth Sciences
B.S.
Explore how biological science is applied to human health and society by studying life sciences, physical sciences, social sciences and public health as you train for careers in health care.
Healthcare Administration
B.S.
Prepare for leadership roles through an innovative program that offers expertise in public health, business and data-driven solutions that will help you enhance patient outcomes.
Human Development and Family Sciences
B.A. or B.S.
Make a difference in the lives of people in your community. Develop practical, interdisciplinary skills to promote human dignity and social justice. Help people of all ages grow and thrive.
Kinesiology
B.S.
Study the impact of human movement on health and quality of life, focusing on physical activity throughout different life stages, as you prepare for a career in the wellness and fitness industries.
Psychology
B.A. or B.S.
Analyze the scientific and humanistic perspectives of psychology, and come to appreciate human diversity in identifying, understanding and solving complex problems in others’ lives.
Public Health
B.S.
Protect and improve the well-being of your community through health data analysis, disease and injury prevention strategy, health policy and management of social and environmental determinants of health.
Undergraduate certificates (4)
Aging Studies
Undergraduate Certificate
Learn to apply current theories and research in practice with aging individuals and communities. Research why we age, how to slow the rate of aging, and the challenges and strengths of aging populations.
Horticultural Therapy
Undergraduate Certificate
Gain the knowledge you need to design therapeutic gardens and provide care through the healing influence of nature for diverse populations who are facing health or emotional issues.
Humanitarian Engineering
Undergraduate Certificate
Build technical engineering skills and learn to analyze the social, environmental and economic context as you work with underserved populations to help gain safe access to vital resources.
Medical Humanities
Undergraduate Certificate
Enroll in a program that supports the scientific features of any healing profession and will prepare you to navigate important decision-making processes in health care.
Undergraduate microcredentials (15)
AI Fundamentals for Health
Microcredential (introductory)
Examine the intersection of AI and health care, including how tools are built and trained, and develop practical skills in applying AI to support patient and community health.
AI Fundamentals for Psychology
Microcredential (introductory)
Examine the role of psychology in the development of AI tools and gain hands-on experience in using psychological principles to guide the creation of tomorrow’s technologies.
Applied Behavior Support Basics
Microcredential (advanced)
Develop the skills to understand developmental milestones, promote inclusive and supportive practices, and apply behavior modification techniques as you support people at all life stages.
Autism and Neurodiversity: Lifespan Development and Disability Justice
Microcredential (advanced)
Gain insight into human lifespan development and the psychological aspects of disability as you learn how to approach neurodiversity with a focus on empowerment and inclusion.
Child and Youth Development
Microcredential (advanced)
Gain a broad understanding of human development from infancy through adolescence, including the influence of family, community, school and peers.
Children and Youth With Disabilities
Microcredential (advanced)
Learn how to promote more inclusive support for children with diverse needs and abilities by better understanding the associated developmental, educational and family challenges.
In order to stay in the community where my son and I are thriving and really happy, online learning was the way to go for me.”
B.A. in Psychology
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