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Advanced Graduate Certificate in Health Education and Promotion

At SUNY Stony Brook University

Location

United States

Qualification

Graduate Certificate/Diploma

Fees

USD27800

(2026)

Duration

3 Semester(s)

Next intake

11.01.2027

Entry Score

IELTS

Course info

Stony Brook University's Advanced Graduate Certificate in Health Education and Promotion is a 25-credit program that will enhance students' knowledge, experiences, and skills in health education and promotion and positively impact their chosen career pathway in public health. It is anticipated that graduates will find or enhance employment in academic settings, research facilities, public health organizations, or health care institutions. In addition, courses in this certificate address the health education competencies that are the basis for the nationally recognized Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification offered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. Students completing this certificate will obtain credits necessary for eligibility to take the exam.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 3 Semester(s)

Fees: USD27800

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2027	STONY BROOK
Summer (May), 2027	STONY BROOK
Fall (August), 2027	STONY BROOK
Spring (January), 2028	STONY BROOK
Summer (May), 2028	STONY BROOK

Entry requirements for SUNY Stony Brook University

Bachelors degree with a 3.0 GPA or better from an accredited college or university.

Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools. All international transcripts must be evaluated by an agency accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. See section on International Students for more information about this process.

Two references that can address the applicant's capacity to succeed in the field of health communications or related fields and complete a course of graduate level certificate study. If the applicant is a student or has graduated within the last two years, at least one letter must be from a college or university faculty member with whom the applicant has studied. If the applicant has been working, at least one letter must be from a supervisor who is familiar with the applicant’s work.

Complete application with writing sample.

One essay is required for the application. It should be no more than 500 words and should be submitted with your application in SOPHAS Express (uploaded in the Attachments section).

Personal interview, if requested by the Admissions Committee.

For international students:

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at SUNY Stony Brook University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.