HLTH 6397. Public Health Capstone / Practicum. 3 Hours.
Students engage in a 300-hour supervised professional field experience in an approved public health setting. Under qualified preceptor supervision, students apply MPH or CAHME competencies through practical engagement in program planning, health education, community assessment, policy analysis, or other essential health functions. The applied practice experience allows each student to demonstrate attainment of at least five competencies, of which at least three must be foundational competencies. Students demonstrate competency attainment by integrating theoretical knowledge with professional practice while contributing to their host organization's goals. This course serves as a comprehensive examination component; students must earn a "B" or higher for graduation eligibility.
