Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases Graduate Certificate at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The online certificate provides in-depth training in epidemiologic methods and their application to the study, control and prevention of infectious diseases, with basic biostatistical training. Focus is on applying methods such as study design, surveillance, GIS and vaccination strategies to infectious diseases.

Faculty: College of Public Health | Department: Public Health | Duration: 12 credit hours | Intake: Fall, spring and summer (application deadlines June 1, October 15, February 15) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

Required: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Epidemiological Methods in Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology Methods I; plus one of Disease Surveillance and Monitoring, Infectious Disease Prevention Strategies or Microbiology for Healthcare Workers.

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Entry requirements

Graduate Certificate programme group (USF): applicants must apply and be admitted to the certificate, and meet University graduate admission requirements including English proficiency minimums. Applications are due June 1 (fall), October 15 (spring) and February 15 (summer). Applicants are encouraged to contact the Graduate Certificate Director before applying. Additional requirements: prerequisites PHC 6756 Population Assessment: Part 1 and PHC 6588 History and Systems of Public Health, each completed with a B or higher. Non-degree-seeking applicants are also asked to submit a resume and a personal statement.

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Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall, spring and summer (application deadlines June 1, October 15, February 15)

Duration: 12 credit hours

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