Certificate of Graduate Study in Epidemiology

Epidemiology is the foundational science of public health used to study health and disease patterns and causes and effects within specific populations. UVM’s 18-credit, online Certificate of Graduate Study in Epidemiology is a concise immersion into the field of epidemiology and quantitative population health science.

  • Spring Term Start DateJanuary 16, 2024
  • Application DeadlinesVisit the Graduate College Page for application deadlines
  • TuitionSee Master of Public Health under the 2023-24 Graduate Programs with Alternate Pricing section of the Student Financial Services website.
  • Learning FormatOnline
  • Program DurationVaried - not to exceed 5 years
  • Credits18
  • VA Benefit EligibleYes
  • ScholarshipsNo

Curriculum

The Certificate of Graduate Study in Epidemiology is an 18-credit, online program that requires two courses in each of the core areas of Epidemiology and Public Health Biostatistics, and two electives. This assures a solid foundation in population health science while allowing students some flexibility to pursue their own areas of interest. Among the highlights:

  • Two core content areas:
    • PH 6020, PH 6070 Epidemiology (6 credits)
    • PH 6030, PH 6090 Public Health Biostatistics (6 credits)
  • Students choose two courses from topical electives
  • Courses are taught by faculty experts from UVM’s College of Medicine, the Vermont Department of Health, and experts trained at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  • Individualized academic advising
  • Courses offered during fall, spring and summer terms to ensure that you can fit the program into your work or academic schedule
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