Program Listing
Conestoga College, Ontario-Canada
Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (Honours)
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Program Listing
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Program Details
4 Year - Bachelor's Degree
Course Duration:
4 Years
Application Fee:
100 CAD
Tuition Fee:
19388.94 CAD/Year
Intake:
SEP
This innovative four-year Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (BEPH) encompasses an innovative four-year program (including one co-op term), delivered at the honours level, that will prepare graduates for several progressive public and private sector careers as environmental public health professionals (EPHPs). It has been accredited by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI). EPH focuses on the concept of one health, recognizing the interconnection between people and the environment, and encouraging positive behaviour change.The program encompasses the assessment and control of factors in the environment that target disease prevention, positively impact population and community health, and that reduce health inequities. The scope of practice in EPH includes, but is not limited to, organization, management, education, enforcement, consultation, and health hazard identification for the purpose of prevention and control intervention of EPH hazards, response to emerging infectious diseases, and the promotion and protection of the public health and the environment. Students will develop keen scientific and health literacy skills while obtaining applied and integrated knowledge and skills in EPH sciences, emphasizing environmental epidemiology, toxicology, risk exposure, assessment, and communication. Readiness for practice will be developed in a multidisciplinary curriculum focused on experiential learning activities that will develop knowledge of EPH theory and its application in practice. The program is innovative in its use of technology, including inspection management systems, to investigate issues, organize and manage inquiry, aid collaboration, and communicate information. Students will be challenged to consider multiple perspectives in understanding EPH practice, policy, and advocacy, determining professional practices that positively impact population and community health, and developing leadership perspectives and confidence. Conestoga's BEPH program will offer students opportunities to develop strong critical thinking, resiliency, risk assessment, and professional communication skills that will enable them to understand organizational dynamics, work successfully on inter-professional teams and positively contribute to their chosen field of practice.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older A minimum of six (6) Grade 12 courses with a minimum cumulative average of 65%, including two (2) required U level courses and four (4) additional U or M level courses (Higher averages are often required for admission due to competition for available spaces in the program.) The following Grade 12 U courses are required: English (ENG4U) with a minimum grade of 65% One of: Chemistry (SCH4U) with a minimum grade of 65% OR Biology (SBI4U) with a minimum grade of 65% Four (4) other Grade 12 U or M courses
Tuition Fees mentioned above is an approximate value from the college website. Exact tuition will be mentioned in your Letter of Acceptance from the institute. For accurate Admission requirements visit college/university program page.