Ed.S. in Public Health Education

  • TOTAL COST

    $12,660*
  • NEXT START DATE

    Jan 12, 2026
  • COMPLETION TIME

    18 Months
  • AVG. SALARY PREMIUM

  • SEMESTER CREDITS

    34

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    Become a Health Education Specialist

    Educate, empower and inspire global populations with advanced, evidence-based public health interventions that promote disease prevention. Designed for healthcare professionals and educators, the Ed.S. in Public Health Education program at American College of Education (ACE) equips you in areas including community health analysis, health informatics, health education and more. The program is a post-master’s, fully online health education degree that positions you as an advanced leader grounded in impactful research without completing a dissertation.

    Health education specialists play integral roles in preventative care, and an Ed.S. opens doors for you to expand your influence on healthcare outcomes. Gain the competencies you need to take your public health education career to the next level. 


    Why ACE?

    Low-Cost, High Quality

    You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master’s degrees at a total average cost of $10,000. We also award over $1.2M in scholarships and grants each year.

    Quality You Expect

    We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 85% graduation rate.¹ Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.

    Flexibility You Need

    Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.

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    Tuition

    We believe in full transparency with our total cost of attendance. No hidden fees. No surprises along the way.

    Total Cost Ed.S. in Public Health Education

    Total Tuition

    34 semester credits x $306 per credit

    $10,404

    Fees

    $100 Application Fee
    $150 Conferral Fee
    $2006 Technology and Library Fee
    (34 Semester Credits X $59 per Credit)

    $2,256

    Total Program Cost

    $12,660*

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    Program Details

    The Education Specialist in Public Health Education is designed to prepare healthcare professionals and educators with the competencies necessary to address the public health issues of local, national, and international communities from a health education perspective without the completion of a dissertation. The dynamic connection between research, theory, and practice prepares graduates to be leaders and experts in public health education through research intensive coursework.

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    Focus of Study


    Start Dates

    With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.

    January 12, 2026 Term

    Jan 09, 2026

    Application Due

    Jan 09, 2026

    Payment Due

    Jan 12, 2026

    Term Start

    Jan 16, 2026

    Unregister/Cancel Deadline

    Feb 15, 2026

    Term End

    February 02, 2026 Term

    February 23, 2026 Term

    April 13, 2026 Term

    May 25, 2026 Term

    June 15, 2026 Term

    July 13, 2026 Term

    August 24, 2026 Term

    September 14, 2026 Term

    October 05, 2026 Term

    November 16, 2026 Term


    Courses

    Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.

    HLTH6413

    Fundamentals in Health Education

    3 Semester Credits

    HLTH6433

    Foundational Leadership in Health Education

    3 Semester Credits

    HLTH6403

    Theories and Principles of Behavior Change in Health Education

    3 Semester Credits

    HLTH6443

    Systems, Policy, and Leadership in Health Informatics

    3 Semester Credits

    HLTH6473

    Finance and Fiscal Management in Public Health

    3 Semester Credits

    HLTH6483

    Principles of Public Health and Epidemiology

    3 Semester Credits

    HLTH6493

    Community Health Analysis

    3 Semester Credits

    LEAD6001

    Introduction to Advanced Studies

    1 Semester Credits

    LEAD6011

    Leadership as a Reflective Practice

    1 Semester Credits

    LEAD6021

    Leadership Seminar

    1 Semester Credits


    Admission Requirements

    ACE General Admission Requirements

    Program Admission Requirements

    International Transcript Requirements

    English as a Second Language Applicants

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