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Focus on serving communities through programs centered on social services, public health, wellness, and human development.

Associate Degrees

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Public Health

The Associate of Science Public Health program is a fully online, two-year associate degree program, which provides a foundation for a future career in health promotion, health education and disease prevention.

Professional Certificates

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Substance Abuse Counseling

The Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling online through the University of Cincinnati is best for people who wish to obtain credentials in substance abuse counseling. Substance Abuse Counseling is a rewarding field for people interested in providing assistance to others in counseling, corrections, administrative, and prevention settings.

Bachelor's Degree

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Public Health

The University of Cincinnati’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health is a fully online, four-year degree program.  Students pursuing their undergraduate degree in Public Health gain the knowledge and skills to become leaders in the health profession, helping improve the health of people and communities. This program is the next step from the Associate of Science in Public Health program, and provides an environment that reaches beyond course work and class discussions.

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Social Work

A career in social work offers a wide range of responsibilities and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals and communities.

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Substance Abuse Counseling

The University of Cincinnati’s online Bachelor’s degree in Substance Abuse Counseling prepares graduates for rewarding careers helping those who are struggling with drug and alcohol addictions. Put your passion for helping others to work and learn how to treat America’s most harmful disorders. With summer, fall, and spring start dates available, it’s easy to begin earning your degree right away.

Master's Degree

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Community Health & Prevention Science

Take an active role in preventing and promoting social, physical, and mental health of your local community with the University of Cincinnati’s online MS Community Health and Prevention Science program.

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Health and Wellness Management

The University of Cincinnati Online’s Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management program provides graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to advance in a variety of health wellness careers upon graduation. The program offers students a wide range of interdisciplinary electives, designed to allow each student to select classes that meet their personal and professional goals. UC Online’s program focuses on integrating health and wellness research and coaching skills to prepare students for a role in directing wellness programs, coaching in individual or group settings, and more.

Graduate Certificates

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Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate

The Online Certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching  at the University of Cincinnati will provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to implement initiatives to guide individuals, clients, or patients through positive behavioral and lifestyle changes. Students will learn evidence-based skillful conversation, clinical interventions and strategies to positively and safely engage client or patients in health behavior change. Health coaches safely guide clients and patients who may have chronic conditions or those at moderate to high risk for chronic conditions.

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The University of Cincinnati is one of the first institutions to offer online courses. Innovation in education is at the forefront of what we do. We have expanded the convenience and quality of our online learning to online degree programs. Today, we offer over 110 degrees from undergraduate to doctoral programs.