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Advanced Certificate in Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology
The Advanced Certificate in Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology will provide students with the conceptual knowledge and the practical statistical skills to evaluate the role of chemical exposures in human health. Grounded in the research methods applied throughout public health in the private sector and by state and federal agencies, this program will enhance careers in public health, environmental health, regulatory sciences, and occupational settings including factories, housing, transportation, and medical organizations/agencies.
Most students should be able to complete the certificate program in one year.
Students who complete the advanced certificate program will have the opportunity to apply some or all earned credits to a master’s program at CUNY SPH, including the Master of Public Health (MPH) degree and the Master of Science (MS) degree. The number of credits transferable to a program will depend on the specific MPH or MS concentration.
Please note that financial aid and student loans are not available for this certificate program. You may be eligible for payment plans with CUNY. For more information on payment plans, please review the payment options page.
Is this certificate right for you?
This 12 credit program is for working professionals and students looking to build expertise in environmental and occupational epidemiology. The curriculum provides advanced training in research methods and quantitative analysis to evaluate the health effects of environmental exposures.Students will gain skills in epidemiologic study design and statistical analysis applicable across research, government, and industry settings.
What will you learn?
This certificate consists of two core courses in public health research methods and quantitative analysis, plus electives. Students will develop advanced data analysis skills to evaluate environmental and occupational health exposures, analyze population-level health impacts, and identify at-risk groups. Students will also learn to present, explain, and communicate complex data and concepts in the field.
Where to after completion?
This program prepares graduates for roles such as environmental epidemiologist, occupational health analyst, public health researcher, and environmental health specialist in government agencies, research institutions, and private sector organizations. Students may also use this certificate to gain entry into CUNY SPH’s MPH or MS programs through a streamlined application process.
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Admissions Information
Admissions Requirements
- SOPHAS Express online application
- Application fee: $60
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (GPA of 3.0 preferred)
- Please upload any official or unofficial copies of your transcripts directly to the SOPHAS express application
- Resume or CV
- Personal statement/statement of purpose (500 words maximum)
- TOEFL scores are required if language of instruction for prior degrees was not English
- Transcript evaluation from WES or ECE for international transcripts
Application Deadline
- Fall 2026 deadline is June 1, 2026
Curriculum
| Required Coursework (9 credits) | PUBH 613 Designs, Concepts, and Methods in Public Health Research |
| PUBH 614 Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis Methods in Public Health Research | |
| EOHS 641 Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology | |
| Selective Coursework (3 credits) | Students can choose from: |
| EOHS 622 Environmental and Occupational Toxicology | |
| EOHS 634 Exposure and Risk Assessment | |
| EOHS 633 Introduction to Environmental and Occupational Health | |
| EOHS 630 Principles of GIS for Public Health | |
| Total Credits Required | 12 |
Recommended Course Sequence
For students beginning their program during the fall semester:
| Semester | Course | Credits |
| Year 1 Fall | PUBH 613 Designs, Concepts, and Methods in Public Health Research | 3 |
| Selective | 3 | |
| Year 1 Spring | PUBH 614 Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis Methods in Public Health Research | 3 |
| EOHS 641 Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology | 3 |
Competencies
This program supports the professional development and career readiness of students, ensuring they are prepared for success in diverse public health settings. Key competencies include:
- Ability to design and interpret epidemiologic studies of environmental and occupational exposures
- Apply exposure assessment methods and data analysis tools
- Communicate complex epidemiologic findings to diverse audiences