Master of Arts in Health Education

The graduate program in Health Education prepares professionals for careers in health education and various selected areas of the health professions. The graduate program leads to a Master of Arts degree in health education. Advanced study is provided to candidates engaged in, or seeking, positions in the broad and expanding spectrum of the health professions in the school, community, business and industrial sectors, the media and various other segments of the health care delivery system.

The curriculum provides a foundation of required coursework which is complemented by a wide array of health professions electives, interdisciplinary coursework and varied educational experiences afforded by diverse instructional approaches. Advancements in the scientific realm combined with practical applications address our contemporary health problems. There is a definite research focus within the program. Students are provided with the option of either conducting a study on a pertinent health topic – in the form of a thesis or research project - or completing a broader-based research seminar. Special student interests, academic objectives and professional goals can be accommodated on an individualized basis. Students must complete 36 semester hours and pass a written comprehensive examination.

Pre-Matriculation

The Montclair State University Graduate School accepts applications on a rolling basis for the Master of Arts in Health Education. Individuals who wish to pursue the MA in Health Education may take up two of the required courses (6 credits) before applying to the program if they meet requirements for PreAdmit or General Nondegree status as defined by the Office of Graduate Admissions & Support Services.

*Current undergraduates interested in the Master's of Arts in Health Education program who wish to take courses towards the degree may do so. Undergraduates who have completed 112 undergraduate credits may take up to two of the required courses (6 credits) towards the MA in Heath Education. Permission must first be granted by the appropriate departments and the Office of Graduate Admissions & Support Services in order for students to be permitted to take these courses. Please refer to the "Undergraduate taking Graduate Course for Graduate Credit" form.

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