Online Associate of Science in Public Health

UC's two-year Associate of Science in Public Health program prepares you for a meaningful career improving health in communities locally and globally.

The program is designed for flexibility and impact. 

Access your courses anytime and learn at your own pace, balancing education with work and family commitments—all while staying on track to complete your degree and graduate on time.

Our Mission

To provide an accessible pathway for students to develop the knowledge and skills needed to promote healthier communities and pursue careers or further education in public health.

We prepare future public health leaders through rigorous learning, innovative discovery, and collaborative partnerships that address health challenges in Greater Cincinnati, the state of Ohio, the nation, and the world.

In Public health, you can make a difference in the lives of others—preventing disease and protecting and promoting health so that communities live healthier and stronger lives,

With an Associate of Science in Public Health, you’ll open doors to a variety of meaningful career paths that matter.

Here’s what you can do in public health:

• Promote Health Education
  Teach communities how to prevent disease, live healthier, and access resources that improve quality of life.
• Support Community Wellness Programs 
  Work with local organizations to design and implement initiatives that tackle health disparities and promote access to wellness.
• Assist in Disease Prevention and Control
  Help track health trends, support vaccination campaigns, and contribute to efforts that stop outbreaks before they spread.
• Advocate for Health Policy 
  Influence decisions that shape healthcare access, environmental health, and social determinants of health.
• Work in a Variety of Settings 
  From hospitals and nonprofits to government agencies and global organizations, public health professionals are needed everywhere.

• 100% online: no campus visits are required.
• Employment opportunities: At least 80,000 new employees are required for state and local public health departments, according to research in the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice.
• Part-time and full-time scheduling: have the flexibility to balance work and family obligations while completing your degree.
• Bachelor degree transfer program: graduates can transition into UC’s Online Bachelor of Public Health and complete a bachelor’s degree in two years!